Ministry of Industry to Invest 20 Billion Won Over 3 Years for SME Fine Dust Reduction

[Sejong=Asia Economy Reporter Kwon Haeyoung] The government will invest a total of 20 billion KRW by 2023 to reduce fine dust in manufacturing sites of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-sized companies.

The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced the 'Industrial Environment Improvement Support Center' establishment project on the 18th.

A public contest will be held targeting non-profit organizations such as local governments, universities, and research institutes to select one project-performing institution equipped with capabilities and expertise related to fine dust reduction. The Ministry plans to promote ▲ support for the establishment and improvement of the latest equipment for fine dust reduction ▲ support for the development and performance evaluation of fine dust reduction technologies ▲ on-site consulting for SMEs and mid-sized companies with high fine dust emissions ▲ education and promotion on fine dust reduction for industry stakeholders.

Hwang Suseong, Director of Industrial Policy at the Ministry, stated, "The Industrial Environment Improvement Support Center establishment project is a program that induces fine dust reduction through customized support for companies in the manufacturing industry sector," adding, "It is expected to alleviate concerns for vulnerable groups to air pollution such as children and the elderly and contribute to strengthening the fine dust reduction capabilities of related industries."

This project will be posted on the Ministry, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology, and National Clean Production Support Center websites. Applications will be accepted until the 24th of next month, and after evaluation processes including document review, the project-performing institution will be selected in April.

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