Jeju Air, No.1 Eco-Friendly LCC Recognized by Consumers

Lee Cheol-haeng (left), Executive Director of Jeju Air, is posing for a commemorative photo holding the 'Green Star' certificate and plaque awarded by the Korea Management Registration Institute (KMR) together with Director Hwang Eun-joo (right).

[Asia Economy Reporter Dongwoo Lee] Jeju Air announced on the 21st that it has been selected as the No. 1 low-cost carrier in the ‘Green Star’ certification by the Korea Management Registrar (KMR) for three consecutive years.

The ‘Green Star’ certification is an eco-friendly certification system where KMR selects products and services based on evaluations including consumer participation and research, in which consumers directly assess their awareness of eco-friendly products.

As part of its eco-friendly campaign, Jeju Air has been conducting the ‘Save the Polar Bears Project’ since 2017 to contribute to reducing greenhouse gases and improving fuel efficiency through carbon reduction flights during aircraft operations. The airline also continues efforts to protect the environment by replacing regular straws, paper cups, and plastic used on board with eco-friendly products.

Since 2018, Jeju Air has been carrying out voluntary social contribution activities with university students in the Jeju area, picking up trash discarded on Hallasan Mountain, the sea, and beaches to create a ‘Clean Jeju.’ The airline is also preparing campaigns to encourage eco-friendly travel among tourists to make Jeju Island cleaner.

Jeju Air stated, “We are implementing various campaigns for customers and the company to share the importance of the environment and participate in environmental protection,” adding, “We hope customers can enjoy their travels and have opportunities to think about the environment through small actions.”

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