The Integrated Monitoring and Remediation for Heavy Metal Contamination in the Seyhan River (IMRHMCSR) project, implemented under the iMERMAID Technical Assistance Programme – Open Call 1, effectively assessed and addressed heavy metal pollution in Türkiye’s Seyhan River, specifically focusing on the Yüreğir District of Adana Province.
The primary goal of IMRHMCSR was to combat this heavy metal contamination by piloting an advanced sensor for water quality monitoring. By accurately detecting harmful heavy metals, the initiative directly tackled significant environmental and public health concerns, while also protecting the river’s biodiversity and ecosystem.
Implemented over nine months in three distinct stages, the project culminated in the development of a comprehensive roadmap for preventing and mitigating heavy metal contamination.
Data collected from the installed sensors were crucial, guiding the formulation of targeted pollution reduction strategies, key policy recommendations, and long-term monitoring solutions. Close collaboration with local government, environmental NGOs, municipal water treatment companies, community members, and business representatives ensured the roadmap was robust, reflecting both scientific insights and diverse stakeholder perspectives.
By providing actionable strategies for improved water quality and public health protection, IMRHMCSR makes a substantial contribution to the broader goal of sustainable water resource management in Türkiye and across the region.
