Government Complex Transformed into a 'Green Complex'... Low-Carbon and Eco-Friendly Projects, Urban Forest Creation

Investing 7.7 Billion Won This Year to Build a 'Green Administrative Town' Through Low-Carbon and Eco-Friendly Projects

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Cheol-young] The Government Complex Management Headquarters of the Ministry of the Interior and Safety announced on the 21st that it will fully transition into a "Green Government Complex" through low-carbon and eco-friendly projects and the creation of urban forests.

This year, the Government Complex Management Headquarters plans to invest 7.7 billion KRW to implement projects at the Government Sejong Complex, including the creation of fence forests around the government complex, rooftop forests to block fine dust, and the introduction of plants in indoor multi-use spaces.

First, trees will be planted and walking paths (6.7 km) will be established around the steel fence (8.9 km) of the government complex to secure diversity in green spaces. This will transform the existing rigid and distant image of the government complex into a green complex that communicates with local residents.

Additionally, through the rooftop fine dust blocking forest project, shrubs and fruit trees will be planted in sections (Buildings 9 to 15) where rooftop gardens are insufficient, creating shaded areas and providing various visual attractions.

In multi-use spaces such as the lobby of the complex, nature-friendly vertical greening will be created and green boxes will be placed to provide emotional stability to visitors and improve indoor air quality.

Going forward, the government complex plans to continuously implement low-carbon and eco-friendly projects and urban forest creation to contribute to improving urban living environments by mitigating urban heat island effects and reducing fine dust, as well as supporting the Green New Deal projects.

Cho So-yeon, head of the Government Complex Management Headquarters, said, "We plan to gradually convert government complexes nationwide into green complexes through various low-carbon and eco-friendly projects," adding, "The Government Complex Management Headquarters will make further efforts to alleviate urban heat island effects and reduce fine dust."

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