EU Fashion Reform Impact: Türkiye is positioning itself to benefit from tightening EU sustainability rules, with manufacturers betting on traceable, low-waste production and circular models as new frameworks like Digital Product Passports and EPR reshape sourcing. Climate & Biodiversity Spotlight: Salda Lake in Burdur hosted “Salda Science Days,” using hands-on events to boost research and awareness around the Mars-like site’s biodiversity and endemic species. Marine Safety in the Black Sea: A Turkish-flagged fishing boat was attacked off Crimea and sank, killing one sailor and injuring four, underscoring ongoing risks to navigation and environmental safety. Waste & Pollution Watch: A study warns plastic pollution is rising in parts of the Marmara Sea, adding pressure on Turkey’s coastal ecosystems. Water Awareness: Türkiye’s schools are set to hold “ÇevreFest’26” events in June, while separate local reporting highlights how runoff pollution can make waterways unsafe for aquatic life and people. Energy & Governance Debate: Turkey-linked power supply concerns surfaced in international coverage, with calls for transparency around reliance on rented power capacity.