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Where innovation meets sustainable development

MDBs should provide more green financing, but standardizing innovative instruments and encouraging their use in economic policymaking are just as important.

2024-12-25

Braving the China Sea in a thrifted yacht and motley crew, all in the name of sustainability

Korean artist Song Ho-jun sets sail in a modest yacht with a motley crew for the Rolex China Sea Race, defying expectations and promoting sustainability. Despite numerous challenges, the team completes the 565-nautical-mile race.

2024-04-08

Lotte reaching sustainable goals through ESG

On Nov. 17, Lotte held the annual “2023 Diversity Forum” at the Lotte Human Resources Development Institute Osan Campus. The slogan “We Belong in Diversity” highlighted not only the importance of embracing diversity but also of enhancing a sense...

2024-02-29

Pay women more to reverse birthrate decline, World Bank urges

Populations need to grow in Korea to ensure a sustainable future, and fair compensation to women is one of the solutions, the chief of the World Bank said Thursday, amid the country’s falling fertility rate.

2024-01-25

HYBE to open industry's first in-house health care center for artists, employees

Korean entertainment company HYBE has opened an in-house health care center with trained medical experts, making it the first company in the industry to do so, the company said Wednesday.

2024-01-24

Fashion retailer ShinWon joins UN corporate sustainability initiative

Fashion retailer ShinWon joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), a corporate sustainability initiative, as part of its environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) management.

2023-12-22

Mercedes-Benz Korea driving a sustainable future

Amid the global climate crisis, Mercedes-Benz Korea is taking the lead in creating a better future with a focus on fostering greener cities and supporting children.

2023-11-29

Korea, Britain sign partnership on ODA projects, sustainable growth

Korea and Britain forged a strategic partnership on official development assistance (ODA) projects and other areas of sustainable growth, the Finance Ministry said Thursday.

2023-11-23

How to build a sustainable, green city (KOR)

The Olympic Sculpture Park, which opened in 2007, is the pinnacle of the urban effort.

2023-11-07

How to build a sustainable, green city

The Olympic Sculpture Park, which opened in 2007, is the pinnacle of the urban effort.

2023-11-06