The new Green Transformation Certification evaluates the environmental performance of industrial facilities and shapes their competitive positioning.
Türkiye’s industrial landscape is entering a new era of sustainability. With the launch of the Green Transformation Certification System, the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change introduces a comprehensive framework that evaluates and classifies industrial facilities based on measurable environmental performance indicators. These indicators include energy and water consumption, waste generation, air emissions, process chemicals, noise and odor management, and overall resource efficiency. Facilities will be rated from A to F, creating a standardized model for environmental accountability.
Approximately 6,000 industrial facilities across sectors such as energy, metals, chemicals, minerals and waste management will be included in this system. Existing facilities will be integrated in phases, while new facilities will be required to meet at least a Class D rating to obtain operational approval. This development represents not only a regulatory milestone but also a strategic shift in industrial competitiveness, particularly in the context of the EU Green Deal, CBAM requirements, sustainability reporting frameworks and rising expectations across global supply chains.
Importantly, the certification is not merely a compliance obligation; it also unlocks economic advantages, including improved access to green financing, incentives, investment programs and preferential positioning in international procurement processes. As markets increasingly prioritize low-carbon production, transparent reporting and resource efficiency, environmental performance becomes a decisive factor for industrial success.
A defining aspect of this certification system is its data-centric structure. Every key metric — from energy consumption to waste volumes, from stack emissions to process-level inputs — must be accurately measured, tracked and reported. Even minor inconsistencies can influence the final classification. Therefore, the transition to green industry is not only about technological upgrades but also about establishing a robust digital environmental and carbon management infrastructure.
CO₂ monitoring and reporting play a central role in this process. As carbon emissions become a binding component of regulatory compliance and supply chain standards, industrial facilities must adopt reliable systems for continuous, transparent and methodologically consistent carbon management.
The Green Transformation Certification framework requires precise, consistent and verifiable environmental data. CO2 Manager provides a digital toolset that helps industrial facilities manage these requirements efficiently and in compliance with regulatory expectations.
1. Centralized Data Collection
Energy use, fuel consumption, production metrics and process-related parameters can be consolidated into one system. CO2 Manager replaces fragmented spreadsheets and manual reporting with a unified digital platform.
2. Automated Emission Calculations
Incoming data is automatically converted into emission values using internationally recognized methodologies. This reduces calculation errors and ensures methodological consistency.
3. Compliance-Ready Reporting
The certification requires standardized documentation. CO2 Manager enables facilities to generate reports aligned with the indicators defined in the national certification system, ensuring clarity and auditability.
4. Visibility of Improvement Areas
Beyond compliance, the system provides decision-support insights. Energy losses, inefficient processes and high-emission operations become visible through dashboards and analytics, enabling targeted improvement strategies.
5. Continuous Performance Monitoring
Certification is not a one-time event. Facilities must maintain their environmental performance for renewals, revisions and audits. CO2 Manager offers continuous monitoring, creating a reliable dataset for long-term sustainability management.
The Green Transformation Certification marks a significant shift in how industrial performance is evaluated and incentivized. Environmental metrics now directly influence market competitiveness, financing opportunities and regulatory positioning. As industries navigate this transition, accurate and transparent environmental data becomes essential.
CO2 Manager offers a digital foundation that simplifies data collection, emission calculation and reporting — transforming complex regulatory requirements into structured, manageable processes. In this way, CO2 Manager becomes an important asset for companies seeking to leverage the opportunities of green transformation and strengthen their long-term competitive position.