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In line with ongoing environmental efforts, a total of 210,186 kilograms of waste vegetable oil, along with 4,807.5 kilograms of electronic waste and used batteries, were collected in 2025. Waste collection work Through these initiatives, the contamination of soil and water resources by heavy and hazardous metals was prevented, contributing not only to environmental protection but also to energy savings and the conservation of natural resources. The Sakarya Metropolitan Munic

A floating solar energy (photovoltaic) system will be installed at Reisler Okçular Lake through a collaboration between the Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality and Sakarya University. The project, supported by TÜBİTAK, will both generate clean energy and help conserve water by reducing evaporation. It is also expected to serve as a model initiative for protecting, improving, and sustaining other water resources in the city. Floating Solar Energy System (photovoltaic) Within the

High-quality, residue-free and conscious production has brought first prize to Sakarya honey. Six Beekeepers’ Associations from Türkiye, along with the President and board members of the Arıcılık Malzemeleri ve Arı Ürünleri Sanayicileri Derneği (ARMASAD), attended the 11th Azerbaijan Beekeeping Conference held in Azerbaijan. Sakarya Chestnut Honey As part of the conference, an international honey competition was organized. Among 27 honey samples from six countries, the Sakary

The Electrical, Electronics and Electromechanical Mini Fair & Sector Meeting was organized by the 10th Professional Committee, the sector representative group for Electrical-Electronics and Electromechanics operating under the Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SATSO). The event, held in the foyer area of the SATSO service building, brought together numerous sector representatives who set up exhibition stands, along with guests from various industries. Electrical, elec

SASKI, infrastructure works. A 1 billion lira investment to be added to the city’s infrastructure by the Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality Water and Sewerage Administration (SASKİ) has been approved by the Sakarya Metropolitan Municipal Council. Within the scope of the investment, a strong infrastructure network to be established at various points across the city will reduce the rate of water loss to minimum levels. In addition, new drinking water reservoirs will be construct

Electric Vehicle Workshop Opening Ceremony The Electric Vehicle Workshop of the SUBÜ Technology Competitions Coordination Office was officially reopened with a ceremony following the renewal of its infrastructure and the expansion of its technical equipment. The workshop will serve as a center for R&D and prototyping processes in electric, autonomous, and hydrogen-powered vehicle projects. Sakarya University of Applied Sciences (SUBÜ) continues its efforts to elevate its prac

Students of Sakarya University of Applied Sciences (SUBÜ) took part in the business world once again during the 2025–2026 Academic Year Fall Semester within the scope of the +1 Education Model. Through this model, which is implemented across all departments and programs at every level of education at the university, students spend at least one full academic term working full-time in a workplace, gaining hands-on experience. Thanks to this system, students are able to plan the

Mobile Soil Analysis Applications for the spring term of the Soil Analysis Project carried out by Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality will begin as of Monday, February 16. Thanks to the project, which will be implemented in all 16 districts, producers will be able to access a fertilization program suitable for their soil structure in just 15 minutes through technology. As a result of on-site measurements carried out using mobile devices, analyses will be reported and delivered

Signatures have been signed for the Mollaköy Canoe–Rowing Course, Nation’s Garden, and Water Park project, which will be the largest sports and social life investment in Sakarya’s history. Cemil Boz, Sakarya Provincial Director of Youth and Sports - Yusuf Alemdar, Mayor of Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality With the protocol signed between Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Yusuf Alemdar and Provincial Director of Youth and Sports Cemil Boz, the process for this historic investme

The dates for the 2026 Türkiye Culture Route Festival have been set. According to a statement by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the 2026 Türkiye Culture Route Festival will take place in Sakarya from July 4 to 12 . Justinian Bridge, Sakarya During these dates, concerts, theater performances, art events, and artist meet-ups to be held in Sakarya are expected to leave a lasting mark on the festival with the city’s historical heritage and natural beauty. Taraklı The festiv

SUBÜ, Faculty of Agriculture Sakarya University of Applied Sciences (SUBÜ) has successfully concluded the efforts it has been carrying out in line with its environmentally friendly campus goals. A total of 17 units, including the Graduate Education Institute, faculties, and vocational schools, were entitled to receive the Zero Waste Certificate thanks to their environmentally conscious management approach. SUBÜ, Ferizli Vocational School At the end of the process carried out

The “Women’s Touch in Industry – Quality Control Specialist Program,” led by the Women Entrepreneurs Board of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB), is starting in Sakarya. Women's Hand in Industry Project Within the scope of the “Women’s Touch in Industry” project, which was launched nationwide by the TOBB Women Entrepreneurs Board in 2021, the Quality Control Specialist Program will provide vocational training in the field of quality control for wom

When Türkiye’s first National High-Speed Train Factory, whose establishment works are ongoing in Sakarya, becomes operational, it is expected to contribute approximately 3.5 billion TL annually to the economy. The new factory will manufacture Türkiye’s first domestically designed and produced Electric High-Speed Train sets, capable of reaching speeds of up to 225 kilometers per hour. The facility, which will position Sakarya as a prominent center in rail systems technology, i

Sarp Creek Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality Water and Sewerage Administration (SASKİ) has implemented another project to protect the water level and quality of Lake Sapanca. Launched with the aim of utilizing the power of nature to provide renewable energy and high-quality water, the project redirects spring waters flowing from the mountains into Sarp Stream. Following the implementation of the project, an increase in the flow rate of Sarp Stream—one of the tributaries feedi

Mesut Nurdoğan, Member of the Board of Directors at Federal Elektrik, stated that in Türkiye’s electrical distribution and control equipment sector, domestic production is no longer a preference but has become a strategic necessity. Emphasizing that the energy sector is one of a country’s most critical infrastructures, Nurdoğan underlined that this structure can only be safeguarded through strong and uninterrupted domestic supply. Mesut Nurdoğan, Member of the Board of Direct

The first of the sectoral information meetings initiated under the leadership of the Sakarya Commodity Exchange will be held on Thursday, February 12. Ahead of Ramadan, stakeholders of the red meat and livestock sector will come together at the meeting, where the sector will be discussed in detail. Aiming to pave the way for the branding efforts of Turkey’s food and agriculture sectors, the Sakarya Commodity Exchange is launching a series of meetings that will enable differen

Sakarya’s exports in January 2026 amounted to USD 559 million , marking a 26.5 percent increase compared to January of the previous year. Entering 2026 with both a record performance and by maintaining its position as Türkiye’s 7th largest exporting province , Sakarya continued its strong momentum. In January, the top five sectors contributing to Sakarya’s exports were Automotive Industry, Iron and Non-Ferrous Metals, Chemicals and Chemical Products, Electrical and Electroni

The Electrical-Electronics and Electromechanical Fair & Sector Meeting will be held at SATSO. A large number of visitors are expected to attend the fair. Electrical-Electronics and Electromechanical Fair & Industry Meeting Organized by the 10th Professional Committee of the Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SATSO), the Electrical-Electronics and Electromechanical Fair & Sector Meeting will open its doors to visitors on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Kadir Beyenal, Chair

Meeting of Information and Telecommunications sector representatives from Sakarya and Eskişehir. The 31st Professional Committee representing the Information Technology and Telecommunications sector, operating under the Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SATSO), hosted the equivalent 19th Professional Committee from the Eskişehir Chamber of Commerce. During the consultation meeting, participants exchanged views on common problems faced by the telecommunications and inf

A protocol aimed at enhancing academic cooperation has been signed between Sakarya University of Applied Sciences (SUBU) and Afyonkarahisar University of Health Sciences (AFSU). Signed by SUBU Rector Prof. Dr. Mehmet Sarıbıyık and AFSU Rector Prof. Dr. Adem Aslan, the protocol initiates a cooperation process based on the joint use of knowledge, experience, and research infrastructures of the two universities. AFSÜ Rector Prof. Dr. Adem Aslan - SUBÜ Rector Prof. Dr. Mehmet Sar