Tura is situated in a highly ecologically sensitive and biodiverse region of the Garo Hills.
* **Air Quality:** The air quality in Tura is generally excellent, owing to the lack of heavy polluting industries and the abundance of surrounding forest cover. * **Protected Areas:** The city sits at the foothills of **Tura Peak**, a protected reserve forest. Nearby is the **Nokrek Biosphere Reserve**, a UNESCO designated biosphere, and Nokrek National Park, home to rare species like the red panda and hoolock gibbon. * **Biodiversity:** The region is famous for being the genetic home of *Citrus indica* (locally known as Memang Narang), one of the world's most primitive citrus species. * **Sustainability Initiatives:** Local organizations and the municipal board frequently organize tree plantation drives. The community is highly conscious of its natural resources, with traditional practices emphasizing a balanced relationship with the forest.