1) Why the balancing market matters more than most contracts In every liberalized electricity market, the “real” market is the one that runs after the trading screens close—because electricity must be balanced in real time. Even if you have a perfect day-ahead schedule, your plant may trip, wind may drop, demand may spike, or a […]
1) What “unlicensed generation” really means (and what it does not mean) In Turkey, unlicensed electricity generation (often referred to as “license-exempt” generation) is a legally defined pathway that allows certain real and legal persons to generate electricity without obtaining a generation license and without establishing a company solely for that purpose, provided they meet […]
1) Why a generation license cancellation is more than a regulatory problem In Turkey, an electricity generation license is not merely an administrative permission—it is the legal backbone of a power project’s value. It anchors: When the Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EMRA/EPDK) cancels a generation license, the consequences can cascade across the entire project stack. […]
Why licensing is the “make-or-break” step in Turkish energy projects In Turkey, most commercial activity across electricity, natural gas, petroleum, LPG, and (increasingly) EV charging networks is regulated. The central authority is the Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EMRA)—known domestically as EPDK. For investors, developers, and operators, the licensing phase is not a formality. It is […]
Introduction Turkey’s electricity market has undergone a profound transformation over the last two decades. Once dominated by vertically integrated public monopolies, the sector is now largely liberalized, competitive in generation and supply, and regulated by an independent administrative authority. For domestic and foreign investors alike, understanding the Electricity Market Law in Turkey, the different license […]
For foreign athletes, coaches, and clubs operating within the Turkish sports landscape, understanding the mechanisms of sport arbitration is essential. Turkey has a unique legal infrastructure for resolving sports-related disputes, characterized by mandatory national arbitration for local issues and the overarching influence of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Switzerland for international matters. […]
Suffering a personal injury in a foreign country is a traumatic experience that carries not only physical pain but also significant financial and legal uncertainty. Whether it results from a traffic accident, a workplace mishap, or medical negligence, the Turkish legal system provides a robust framework for victims to seek compensation. Under the Turkish Code […]
Turkey’s geological position on the Tethyan-Eurasian Metallogenic Belt makes it a prime destination for global mining giants. From gold and copper to boron and rare earth elements, the potential is vast. However, the legal landscape governing mining licenses in Turkey is highly regulated by the Mining Law (No. 3213) and overseen by the General Directorate […]
For many foreign investors and expatriates, the traditional route to justice in Turkey used to be a long, multi-year journey through the court system. However, as of 2026, the landscape has shifted. Under Turkish Law, you can no longer simply “file a lawsuit” for most commercial, labor, or real estate disputes. Mandatory mediation has become […]