Eunpyeong-gu Provides Up to 10 Million KRW Subsidy for Installation of Food Waste Reduction Devices

Purchase cost up to 70%, maximum 10 million KRW

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Eunpyeong-gu (Mayor Kim Mi-kyung) is accepting applications for the installation support project of food waste reduction devices targeting small restaurants within Eunpyeong-gu until May 31.

The target for this public recruitment is business owners whose business locations are in Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul, and who have obtained relevant permits (such as business registration). The eligible businesses are general and casual restaurants with a business area of less than 200㎡.

The support amount is 70% of the purchase price of the reduction device, with a support limit of one device per business, up to a maximum of 10 million KRW. For example, if purchasing a 10 million KRW reduction device, the subsidy is 7 million KRW; for a 20 million KRW device, the subsidy is 10 million KRW. Initial installation costs such as electrical facilities and housing will also be supported 100% within the budget limit.

The eligible reduction devices must meet appropriate standards such as moisture content of by-products specified in the Waste Management Act. Businesses wishing to receive support for the installation cost of reduction devices must visit the Resource Circulation Division of Eunpyeong-gu Office and submit the application form and related documents by May 31.

After receiving applications, Eunpyeong-gu will select recipients through subsidy review and notify them individually. If selected, businesses must first purchase and install the reduction device at their own expense, then submit the required documents. After on-site verification, the subsidy will be provided.

For more details, please refer to the announcement on the Eunpyeong-gu Office website or contact the Resource Circulation Division.

An official from Eunpyeong-gu stated, “We expect the support project to significantly reduce the amount of food waste generated at the source, thereby decreasing disposal costs,” and added, “We ask for active participation from businesses generating food waste.”

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