Kakao Remodels Jeju Headquarters... Eco-Friendly Energy Utilized in 'Kakao Jeju Ajit'

[Asia Economy Reporter Kang Nahum] Kakao Jeju Office is transforming into a community collaboration-centered workspace called ‘Kakao Jeju Ajit’.

Kakao announced on the 16th that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Jeju Free International City Development Center (JDC) to successfully promote the development project of Kakao’s site within the Jeju Advanced Science and Technology Complex.

‘Kakao Jeju Ajit’ is planned to be established on the current Jeju Office site, covering an area of 127,000㎡. The project will proceed through administrative procedures such as facility renewal of existing buildings and urban planning permits for new buildings, aiming for completion in 2026.

In particular, as part of its ongoing ESG management efforts, Kakao plans to design and operate the space with consideration for environmental issues, including the use of eco-friendly energy. Since the newly built ‘Kakao Jeju Ajit’ will be used jointly by Kakao and its major community entities, collaboration between the Kakao community and the Jeju region is also expected to expand.

Through the signing of the MOU, Kakao and JDC have agreed to continue active mutual cooperation and support. Additionally, they plan to establish the Kakao Friends IP Park and actively promote win-win cooperation measures with the local community, such as revitalizing the regional economy and expanding resident participation.

JDC will support administrative procedures such as permits for new facilities and discover and support co-growth models linked with tenant companies in the Jeju Advanced Science and Technology Complex and the local community.

Hong Euntaek, CEO of Kakao, stated, “Through this cooperation with JDC, we will transform the Jeju Office into a space where the community can collaborate and create synergy, supporting talented individuals to continue innovation in a creative collaborative environment. We also plan to actively review and promote ESG-level projects to grow together with the local community in partnership with JDC.”

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