Cappadocia University

Library Sustainability Management System Project

This research project, conducted by the Cappadocia University Social and Strategic Studies Application and Research Center, aims to examine the feasibility and potential of sustainability certification for public institutions in Turkey, primarily libraries and museums. By investigating the opportunities and challenges of sustainable practices in these cultural institutions, the project aims to contribute to the […]

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Samsun Tourism Master Plan

Cappadocia University (KUN) has prepared the Samsun Tourism Master Plan with a scientifically based, participatory, and sustainable approach. As one of Turkey’s leading higher education institutions with expertise in tourism planning and destination management, KUN has analyzed Samsun’s natural, cultural, and socio-economic structure in detail to reveal the city’s potential in the field of tourism. […]

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Sustainable Gastronomy Criteria Project

This pioneering project, implemented under the leadership of Cappadocia University in collaboration with the Turkish Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), adapts sustainability criteria for restaurants, developed for the first time in the world, to Turkish conditions. In this context, 9 pilot restaurants across Turkey were visited to […]

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The Project of Those in Anatolia

The “Anatolians Project,” implemented under the leadership of Cappadocia University and with the support of the Ahiler Development Agency, is a pioneering initiative that combines Turkey’s cultural heritage with sustainability and quality standards. The project aims to both preserve local products shaped by traditional Anatolian production methods and make them competitive in global markets. The […]

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Hatay Tourism Master Plan

The Hatay Tourism Master Plan (2025–2030), prepared by Cappadocia University, was presented to the Mayor of Hatay Metropolitan Municipality, Mr. Mehmet Öntürk, with the aim of outlining Hatay’s vision for sustainable tourism. The presentation detailed the strategic approach, thematic priorities, and feasible projects aimed at preserving and integrating the province’s historical, cultural, and natural values […]

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Sustainable Ecotourism Awareness (SEA) Project

Cappadocia University is extending its research, development, and education expertise in sustainable tourism across Europe through the Sustainable Ecotourism Awareness (SEA) project, supported by the European Union. The project aims to increase awareness of sustainability among small and medium-sized tourism businesses in Europe, document and disseminate best practices, thereby strengthening both service quality and environmental […]