Ministry of Energy and Natural ResourcesGovernment

The Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources is the government ministry responsible for steering the Republic of Türkiye's energy, mining, and natural resource sectors. Its mandate includes formulating national energy strategies, ensuring security of supply, expanding renewable energy infrastructure, and regulating mineral exploration and extraction. Established on December 25, 1963, the ministry coordinates major state-owned energy enterprises such as BOTAŞ and TPAO, and oversees key strategic projects including Turkey's first nuclear power development at Akkuyu.