Dobong-gu Seeks 'Energy Good Stores' in Our Neighborhood

Dobong Citizen Action Group Selects About 100 Village Retail Stores from the 6th to 30th... Checks on Open-Air Cooling Operations and Proper Indoor Temperature Settings

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[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Dobong-gu (Mayor Dongjin Lee) is launching a campaign to find "Energy Good Stores in Our Neighborhood" as energy consumption surges during the summer season.

Previously, energy-saving policies focused on regulations such as fines for retail stores operating with doors open during cooling periods. However, considering the recent difficult economic conditions, the district has decided to promote a participatory energy-saving policy involving direct resident participation.

The Dobong Citizens' Action Group, an environmental organization in Dobong-gu, will select about 100 neighborhood retail stores from August 6 to 30.

In particular, the Dobong Citizens' Action Group will visit neighborhood retail stores they frequently use, such as convenience stores, laundries, and general stores, to ▲check whether retail stores operate with doors open during cooling and whether indoor temperature settings are appropriate (when outdoor temperature is 30℃ or higher) ▲provide guidance on proper indoor ventilation methods in response to COVID-19 ▲promote energy policy projects such as Eco Mileage enrollment.

Selected retail stores will receive energy-saving multi-plug power strips and be directly given "Energy Good Store" certification stickers to be placed at the store entrances.

Retail stores that have not yet enrolled in Eco Mileage can also register on-site. The results of the "Energy Good Store" selection will be announced in September through the Dobong-gu website and other channels.

Mayor Dongjin Lee of Dobong-gu stated, "We expect that by promoting a voluntary participatory energy-saving policy instead of administrative regulations for small retail stores struggling due to the impact of COVID-19, we will contribute to energy saving and greenhouse gas reduction."

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