Lights Out for 5 Minutes from 9 PM
Participating in the Event Since 2017

Homeplus announced on the 23rd that it participated in the lights-off event at 132 stores nationwide, including the Gangseo branch, to commemorate the 20th Energy Day (August 22) this year.


Energy Day is a nationwide energy-saving event in which public institutions and private companies across the country participate under the slogan "Turn off the lights and turn on the stars," practicing actions such as turning off lights for 5 minutes from 9 PM and maintaining indoor cooling devices at a healthy temperature of 26~28℃.


On the evening of the 22nd, Homeplus turned off major exterior lights such as the clock tower lighting and signboards for 5 minutes starting at 9 PM. Homeplus has been participating in Energy Day events since 2017. The company plans to lead carbon neutrality by reducing greenhouse gases through energy savings and continue its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) management efforts.


Appearance of Gangseo Branch Participating in Energy Day Lights-Off Event <br> Photo by Homeplus

Appearance of Gangseo Branch Participating in Energy Day Lights-Off Event
Photo by Homeplus

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A Homeplus representative said, "We are pleased to contribute to energy saving for the environment through the lights-off event at stores nationwide on Energy Day," adding, "We will continue to be Homeplus that practices ESG management through various activities."



Meanwhile, Homeplus is executing ESG strategic tasks linked to the distribution industry, strengthening the connection between the ESG brand and business under the slogan "Homeplus All for Zero - Sharing Together and Reducing Together." The five-year goals include adding more care to create a warm world and reducing waste (plastic and greenhouse gases) to create a healthy planet, continuing to practice ESG management.


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