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While discussions on climate change often focus on governments, corporations, and technological solutions, meaningful environmental action can also begin at the local level. In rural communities facing population decline and limited opportunities, building connections between people can be just as important as implementing new environmental policies. In this interview, Yeong-am Youth Village organizer Ha Jun-ho discussed how he uses cultural initiatives to promote environment

Environmental responsibility is no longer limited to manufacturers and energy companies, but is expanding to businesses worldwide. Consumer-oriented industries are also finding new ways to reduce waste, improve energy efficiency, and promote responsible consumption. In this interview, Lee Sang-yoon at Lotte Duty Free's Marketing Division discussed the company's ESG strategy, its environmental initiatives, and the role businesses can play in building a more sustainable future.

The transition to a lower-carbon future presents a difficult challenge of meeting the world's energy needs while reducing environmental impacts. Although renewable energy is rapidly expanding, oil and natural gas continue to supply much of the world's energy, making the sustainability of these industries an increasingly important question. In this interview, POSCO International's drilling engineer Noh-il offered insights to gas field development, environmental regulations, an

From investing in renewable energy and improving energy efficiency to developing recycled and low-carbon materials, more businesses are gradually exploring ways to balance profitability with environmental responsibility. In this interview, Samyang Corporation's finance executive Chung Ji-hoon shared insights on the company's carbon neutrality roadmap, ESG investments, and the business value of sustainability. First, could you tell us a little about the work you’re currently d

As sports games bring together large groups of players, coaches, and fans, they inevitably leave behind a heavy environmental footprint. To counter this, sports organizations are increasingly exploring ways to incorporate ESG values into their businesses. In this interview, Korea Handball Association's Vice Chairman Won Jung-ho discussed how environmental considerations are being integrated into Korean handball and the challenges of building a more sustainable sports culture.

While renewable energy sources such as solar and wind are expanding rapidly, concerns about energy security and feasibility slows down an efficient energy transition. In this context, natural gas is often viewed as a cleaner alternative that can help reduce emissions while supporting stable energy supplies. In this interview, POSCO International's process engineer Kim Jong-hyun offered insights to the role of natural gas and the challenges of balancing emissions reduction wit

In an era of rapid energy transition, nuclear power has emerged as one of the most widely debated low-carbon energy sources, offering significant potential to reduce carbon emissions while raising concerns about safety and radioactive waste management. In this interview, researcher Kim Taek-gyu at the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute offered insights to nuclear safety, waste management, public perception, and the future of nuclear power in achieving carbon neutrality. F

To address increasingly strict environmental regulations, manufacturing facilities have undergone progress in managing air pollutants, wastewater, and industrial waste. In this interview, Chun Hyun-sik at Lotte Chemical's Safety & Environment team explained how industrial pollution is monitored and controlled, and the evolving role of environmental management in modern industry. Please tell us about your current job. I currently work in environmental affairs at the Lotte Chem

The central role technology plays in introducing tangible solutions to the climate crisis raises the question of how new technology is approved to develop and become spread across different sectors. In this brief written interview, Dr. Jang Jung-ah at the Ministry of Intellectual Property discussed how secondary batteries are scrutinized for examination and the professional challenge of keeping up with an industry that generates thousands of new patents daily. First, could yo

The scope of ESGs is gradually expanding to hold more emitters responsible for the environmental footprint they leave behind, yet many face challenges adopting significant changes. In this interview, Kumho Polychem's strategy planner Kang Yeong-seok provided an honest perspective on the persistent status of ESG as recommendation rather than legal obligation, as well as how his company has made efforts to build ESG compliance. First, could you tell us a bit about the job you’r

From the fuel that powers cars to the plastics found in everyday products, modern life depends heavily on the oil refining and petrochemical industries. Yet these industries are also under increasing pressure to reduce their environmental impact. In this interview, Huh Jun-seok at SK Energy's Electrical Engineering Team explained how the company responds to growing ESG and carbon neutrality commitments with various energy-saving measures, as well as the increasing role of AI

As environmental regulations grow stricter, the manufacturing sector is responding with more responsible sustainable initiatives. In this interview, Kim Kwang-ho at Kumho Polychem's Safety and Environment team introduced the company's initiatives to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental pollution beyond legal minimums, as well as structural challenges in approaching full carbon neutrality. First, could you tell us about the work you’re currently doing? I’m in cha