About Us

Regenerative Ecosystems Association

We work for ecosystems based on regenerative and circular economy principles. 

Who are we?

The Regenerative Ecosystems Association is a non-profit civil society organization established in Izmir with the aim of adopting regenerative (restorative) and circular economy principles and contributing to social, environmental, and economic transformation through these principles.

Regenecos aims to develop policies, programs, and projects based on scientific knowledge and expertise for public and local government, civil society, and private sector organizations. Supporting innovative practices in the sustainable management of natural resources, restoration of ecosystems, and combating climate change are among the association’s key priorities.

Mission

Promoting circular and restorative approaches across all sectors, including agriculture, food, energy, textiles, waste management, built environment, and industry; strengthening sustainable decision-making processes based on quality data; and contributing to the capacity development of all stakeholders without discrimination.

Vision

To become a strategic reference center and ecosystem builder for the regenerative and circular economy transformation in Turkey and internationally, in terms of scientific depth, technical expertise, and civil society participation.

Our Values

Regenecos adheres to the following principles in all its work

Transparency

It conducts its activities and makes its decisions in a transparent, traceable, and accountable manner.

Sustainability

While meeting today’s needs, the opportunities of future generations are preserved.

Innovation

Creative approaches focused on solving social and environmental problems are developed.

Facilitation

Collaboration and information sharing are facilitated by building bridges between stakeholders.

Equal Opportunity

Equal access to opportunities is supported for every individual and institution.

Gender Equality

 Reducing gender-based inequalities is prioritized in all work.

Equal Access to Information

It is advocated that information and data should be open and accessible to all stakeholders.

Board of Directors

Information regarding Regenecos Board of Directors is provided below.

Nesrin Serin Onkardeşler

Chair of the Board

Başak Demir

Vice President

Sevgi Kansoy

Vice President

Emre Metin

Treasurer

Hasan Ali Ertuğrul

Vice President


Founding Members

Başak Demir

Burçin Ressamoğlu

Emine Perviz Erdem

Emre Metin

Hasan Ali Ertuğrul

Nesrin Serin Onkardeşler

Sevgi Kansoy

Bora Caldu

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