Updated second edition of the “Glossary of Terms on Combating Climate Change” published
The “Glossary of Terms on Combating Climate Change”, prepared by the Presidency’s Directorate of Communications, has been published in an updated and expanded second edition on the occasion of the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, to be held in Antalya, hosted by Türkiye.
Revised in line with recent developments in the field of climate change and emerging terminological needs in COP processes, the publication brings together the equivalents of nearly 2,500 terms in Turkish, English, German, Arabic, French, Spanish and Russian.
Contributing to the development of a common conceptual framework for combating climate change, the glossary aims to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and experience across different languages. The publication serves as a multilingual reference work for scientists, academics and policymakers, as well as anyone seeking information on climate change.
A common reference work in seven languages
The revision process was carried out with contributions from the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, the Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Directorate for EU Affairs, which provided suggestions for terminology and revisions. The suggestions received were evaluated in terms of terminological accuracy, relevance and frequency of use, while the existing content was updated and the scope of the glossary expanded to include new terms. The equivalents in all seven languages were also reviewed by the relevant language specialists.
Addressing climate change as a global issue that requires shared responsibility not only from states but also from societies and individuals, the publication supports efforts to strengthen collective awareness of environmental sustainability. In its updated second edition, the glossary aims to help overcome language barriers, foster international cooperation and mutual understanding, and promote wider knowledge exchange on climate policies.
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