Jeon Ok-hyun, Jeonnam Provincial Assembly Member, Leads Nationwide First 'ESG Education Ordinance' Proposal

Jo Ok-hyun, Jeonnam Provincial Assembly Member

The Jeonnam Provincial Council announced on the 9th that the "Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education ESG Education and Practice Ordinance," which was primarily proposed by Assemblyman Jo Ok-hyun (Democratic Party·Mokpo 2) and co-sponsored by all 61 members, passed the 371st extraordinary session.

This ordinance, the first of its kind nationwide among educational autonomy ordinances, aims to contribute to the sustainable development of Jeonnam education by educating and practicing values such as Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG).

The main contents include promoting policies necessary for student ESG education and practice, and enabling administrative and financial support so that educational institutions can voluntarily adopt and practice ESG values.

To revitalize ESG education and practice, an ESG Education Center and an ESG Education Development Committee will be established and operated to discover best practices, develop region-specific programs, and promote practice campaign projects.

Assemblyman Jo Ok-hyun stated, "Due to climate change and polarization, ESG values have emerged as core elements for survival and sustainable growth, not just a choice," adding, "It is urgent to introduce ESG not only in the private sector but also in the public sector."

He further added, "Through this ordinance, we hope to establish a mid- to long-term ESG roadmap for Jeonnam education and lay the foundation for a sustainable future for Jeonnam education."

This ordinance is expected to be finalized after the plenary session vote of the Jeonnam Provincial Council on the 17th.

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