Antalya Metropolitan Municipality organised the “Collaborative Thinking Workshop 2 for Green Transition” in Finike in August 7, 2026 as part of the EU-funded Gov4GreenMed project. The workshop aimed to develop a more environmentally friendly and sustainable waste management model for the region.
Held at the Conference Hall of Finike Vocational School of Akdeniz University, the event brought together local authorities, public institutions, academics, NGOs and farmers. Discussions focused on developing a participatory governance model for municipal solid and food waste, while also protecting Antalya’s natural environment and fertile agricultural land.
The programme included presentations and training on the collection and recycling of agricultural chemical and pesticide-contaminated packaging, biological and biotechnical pest control, and the use of soil conditioners. Participants also discussed good agricultural practices and ways to reduce the environmental impact of farming.
Speaking at the workshop, Lokman Atasoy, Environmental Engineer and Advisor to the Mayor of Antalya Metropolitan Municipality, highlighted the importance of protecting the region’s fertile soils for future generations. He explained that the municipality aims to integrate its waste management and environmentally friendly farming initiatives, including reducing the use of chemical fertilisers, promoting soil improvers and supporting farmers by lowering production costs.
Finike Mayor Mustafa Geyikçi also stressed the importance of collaborative approaches to protecting soil, water and human health while strengthening agricultural production in the region.
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