EPD Turkey: What Manufacturers Should Know
Selling into Türkiye or supplying Turkish projects often means an EPD is the ticket to entry. EPD Turkey sits at the center of that conversation, pairing local support with registrations recognized across European markets. Here’s the short, practical read manufacturers ask for when deciding where to publish and how to keep momentum without drowning in admin.
Who operates EPD Turkey
EPD Turkey is run by SÜRATAM Sustainability Services as the local representative of The International EPD System. The program states alignment with ISO 14025 and EN 15804 for construction products, which keeps declarations compatible with common European requirements (EPD Turkey, 2026).
What gets published and where it shows up
Registrations proceed under The International EPD System via EPD Turkey, which helps with broad acceptance in European specifications. The International EPD System is an Established ECO EPD Programme Operator with 12,749 EPDs recorded on ECO Platform as of July 1, 2025, a useful signal of market visibility for teams targeting EU buyers (ECO Platform, 2025) (ECO Platform, 2025).
Scale in Türkiye today
As of January 2026, the EPD Turkey statistics page shows 856 EPDs published, from 176 companies, plus 62 Climate Declarations. That critical mass means specifiers can usually find local analogs to benchmark results, which reduces back‑and‑forth in bid cycles (EPD Turkey Statistics, 2026) (EPD Turkey Statistics, 2026).
Validity window and verification
EPD Turkey lists a five‑year validity ceiling for certificates, matching the norm in ISO 14025‑based programs. Declarations must be independently verified against a valid PCR before registration, which protects credibility with buyers and rating systems that audit documentation (EPD Turkey Fees, 2026) (EPD Turkey Fees, 2026).
Costs manufacturers should budget for
EPD Turkey publishes two fee buckets. Annual company membership is tiered by enterprise size, for example €500 for micro and €3,000 for large enterprises. EPD registration is a one‑time fee per declaration during its validity period, beginning at €1,000 for a single EPD, with brackets for portfolios. The site also notes state support that can reimburse up to 50% of eligible registration expenses, which materially lowers total outlay for many firms (EPD Turkey Fees, 2026). If an internal forecast depends on more precise numbers, confirm the current tariff and any ministry programs before approval.
Extras that matter in practice
Teams can request a Climate Declaration aligned to ISO 14067, and order digital datasets for TurCoMDat and the International EPD System to speed LCA modeling. Small details like Turkish‑language deliverables can shorten client reviews, the same way choosing the shortest airport security queue saves a flight.
ECO Platform membership, clarified
SÜRATAM appears on ECO Platform’s member list, which signals engagement with European alignment efforts. Membership categories differ, and not every member is an Established ECO EPD Programme Operator. For market access, what matters is that registrations flow through an established programme like the International EPD System for EN 15804 recognition in Europe (ECO Platform, 2025). That distinction avoids surprises when a spec requires ECO EPD credentials.
When EPD Turkey is a smart choice
Publishing here tends to fit manufacturers who sell in Türkiye, want Turkish and English materials, and value streamlined access to an International EPD System registration. It also works for EU‑facing product lines that benefit from visibility in ecosystems that reference EN 15804. If the sales map leans toward Germany or the Nordics, some teams still pick other operators for local familiarity, yet the declared results remain comparable as long as the same PCR rules apply.
How to keep timelines tight
Pick the reference year early, settle the product list, and align on the target PCR before LCA modeling starts. That lets data collection move in a straight line and helps verification go first‑time right. With clean inputs, most teams recieve fewer verifier queries, which is where schedules usually slip.
Bottom line for commercial ROI
An EPD that is easy to find in the right registry pays back by keeping products in play rather than sidelined by default factors. EPD Turkey offers a local route into a widely recognized system, five‑year certificate stability, and the option to offset fees via government support. That formula reduces friction for sales without sacrificing technical rigor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EPD Turkey itself an Established ECO EPD Programme Operator?
EPD Turkey’s operator, SÜRATAM, is listed as a member of ECO Platform. Established ECO EPD Programme Operator status is held by The International EPD System, where EPDs registered via EPD Turkey are published (ECO Platform, 2025).
How many EPDs are currently in the EPD Turkey registry?
The statistics page displayed 856 EPDs, 176 companies, and 62 Climate Declarations when accessed in January 2026 (EPD Turkey Statistics, 2026) (EPD Turkey Statistics, 2026).
What is the typical validity period for EPDs published via EPD Turkey?
Five years is listed as the validity period, consistent with ISO 14025 program norms (EPD Turkey Fees, 2026) (EPD Turkey Fees, 2026).
Does Türkiye provide financial support for EPD registration costs?
Yes. The EPD Turkey fees page states that the Ministry program can reimburse up to 50% of eligible registration expenses. Teams should validate current terms before budgeting, since public support schemes can change (EPD Turkey Fees, 2026).
About the Author
Eric works at the intersection of sustainability, regulation, and business strategy, helping manufacturers navigate the evolving landscape of EPDs and LCAs. Having spoken with hundreds of teams across North America, brings a deep understanding of what drives ROI, what regulators are asking for, and how companies can stay ahead with smart, scalable approaches to environmental reporting.
