Optimizing Resource Allocation in the Black Sea TR83 Area of Türkiye: Advancing towards an Industrial Circular Economy

Abstract

The TR83 region in Turkey is recognized as one of the leading industrial centers of the Black Sea region with its efficient use of resources and wide range of activities. In the project carried out jointly by the University and the Central Black Sea Agency, the potential for optimizing resource use in the industrial sector of the region was evaluated in order to demonstrate circular economy applicability. Research was conducted to determine the current situation in the sector and to draw a road map for the future. These surveys included sector-specific questions on raw materials, water, energy and outputs. In the research, the responses of companies in Amasya, Çorum, Samsun and Tokat provinces were analyzed. The findings highlighted the importance of implementing resource efficient approaches in the industrial sector. The proposed measures advocate the adoption of resource-efficient goods and the implementation of a circular economy strategy. The study also aims to identify requirements for environmentally friendly design and promote the use of best practices in industrial sectors. The article highlights the need for a synchronized effort to achieve a future that is both ecologically sustainable and resource-optimized in the TR83 region.