Namwon-si to Host '2050 Carbon Neutrality Forum' on the 9th

[Namwon=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Jeong Young-kwon] Namwon City in Jeonbuk and the Namwon Rural New Vitality Plus Promotion Group will hold a forum titled "Climate Crisis and Carbon Neutrality Era, Sustainable Future of Namwon" on the 9th from 2 PM to 5 PM at the Chunhyang Culture and Arts Center Small Theater.

According to the city on the 7th, this forum focuses on exploring ways to achieve carbon neutrality suitable for the reality and regional characteristics of our city, especially as Namwon City was the first in Jeonbuk Province to declare carbon neutrality by 2050.

Accordingly, three keynote presentations will be made: "The Future of Korean Agriculture and Rural Areas in the Carbon Neutral Era" by Kim Hyun-kwon, Chair of the Presidential Committee on Agriculture, Fisheries, and Rural Special Committee on Carbon Neutrality; "Policy Directions for Carbon Neutrality in Jeollabuk-do" by Jang Nam-jeong, Researcher at Jeonbuk Research Institute; and "Policy Directions for Achieving Carbon Neutrality in Namwon City by 2050" by Yoon Jong-cheol, Head of the Environment Division of Namwon City.

After each presentation, designated discussants composed of representatives from the Namwon City Council and civic groups will add their opinions on the presentations.

It is expected that through this carbon neutrality forum involving citizens, government, and experts, environmental policies will be refined to create a sustainable Namwon and a happy living environment for its residents.

The city declared carbon neutrality first in Jeonbuk Province and is leading the way in practicing steps toward a low-carbon society ahead of any other local government.

Mayor Lee Hwan-joo said, "When all members of the city come together and unite their wisdom, carbon neutrality in Namwon City and our country will be achievable," and added, "I hope citizens show great interest in this forum seeking a sustainable future for Namwon in the era of climate crisis and carbon neutrality."

Meanwhile, the government announced last month at the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties held in the UK that South Korea will reduce its carbon emissions by 40% from current levels by 2030.

Namwon=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Jeong Young-kwon wjddudrnjs@asiae.co.kr

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