Özet:

In the world, especially with the development of industrialization in the 20th century and afterwards, as a result of the increased population intensity in cities, environmental problems have begun to show themselves significantly. The environmental problems in the world are similar to those in Turkey, and a number of activities are carried out to address environmental problems. However, it is difficult to say that the activities carried out throughout the country are sufficient. Unfortunately, the sustainable solutions to solve environmental problems are not at the desired level today. It can be said that the complete elimination of environmental problems is almost impossible in today’s conditions. However, measures to minimize environmental problems and take measures in this direction can be carried out. The aim of this study is to move the environmental problems seen in Turkey to the agenda in general. In this direction, in the east of Turkey, the Van is taken as a sample of the border province that immigrates from both the surrounding provinces and abroad. In the research, using the face-to-face conversation and observation method that is included among the quality research types, the environmental problems seen in the Van province have been expressed and recommended.