Gangdong-gu Holds Online Discussion on Energy Transition Policy

Seeking Resident-Participatory Policies to Address the Climate Change Crisis on the 17th from 4 to 6 PM

[Asia Economy Reporter Jong-il Park] Gangdong-gu (Mayor Lee Jung-hoon) will hold an online discussion on energy transition policies under the theme "Green City Gangdong Created by Residents" on the 17th from 4 to 6 p.m.

Amid the reality of the climate crisis with record-breaking heatwaves and heavy rains, the purpose is to seek practical measures for low-carbon and eco-friendly energy transition to reduce greenhouse gases together with residents, and to discover resident-participatory policies tailored to local characteristics.

The discussion will be conducted with about 50 residents participating in real-time in online discussion rooms using a video conferencing system from individual locations to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Following "Creating Gangdong-gu Energy Vision," a discussion for "Energy Policy Proposals" will be held, covering four topics closely related to residents' lives: ▲Saving and Efficiency ▲Production and Consumption ▲Participation and Sharing ▲Education and Practice.

Opinions summarized in each discussion room will be presented in the overall discussion room, followed by a general discussion on key opinions. Facilitators will be provided for each group to ensure smooth discussions.

The proposals derived will be actively reflected in the establishment of the Gangdong-gu regional energy plan and the Gangdong-type Green New Deal promotion plan after expert review.

Lee Jung-hoon, Mayor of Gangdong-gu, stated, "As severe abnormal climate threatens our lives, there is a growing consensus that the climate change crisis is not a future issue but an immediate problem," adding, "Resident participation is essential to enhance climate crisis response capabilities and realize the 'Gangdong-type Green New Deal.' We will do our best to ensure that proposals from the discussion lead to actual policies and create a 'Green City Gangdong' together with residents."

Any interested residents can participate in the online discussion, and a mobile phone or PC is required for video discussion. For inquiries, contact the Green Energy Division of Gangdong-gu Office.

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