Hanam City Launches 'Climate Companion Card' on Line 5 Hanam Section, Expanding Transportation Convenience for Residents

Hanam City in Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Lee Hyun Jae) announced on August 11 that, starting with the first train on August 9, residents of Hanam can now use the 'Climate Companion Card' to board the subway along the Hanam section of Line 5 (Misa Station, Hanam Pungsan Station, Hanam City Hall Station, Hanam Geomdansan Station), thereby enjoying unlimited access to Seoul's public transportation system.

Lee Hyun Jae, mayor of Hanam City, is experiencing the use of the 'Climate Companion Card' on the first day of its application to subway rides at Misa Station on Line 5 on the 9th in the morning, engaging in conversations with citizens. Provided by Hanam City

The Climate Companion Card can be used at the four subway stations on the Hanam section of Line 5, as well as on seven Seoul city bus routes (342, 3217, 3316, 3318, 3323, 3324, 3413) that already accept the card. It is also valid on subway lines in certain areas that have agreements with Seoul (such as Goyang, Gwacheon, Gimpo, Namyangju, Guri, Seongnam, etc.), excluding the Shinbundang Line and GTX.

The standard monthly fare is 65,000 won (including Ttareungi bike rental) or 62,000 won (excluding Ttareungi). Citizens who use the subway and Seoul buses twice a day for 30 days can save an average of 31,000 won on transportation costs. In addition, young adults aged 19 to 39 receive a 7,000 won discount off the standard monthly fare. Short-term passes ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 won are also available for 1, 2, 3, 5, or 7 days, allowing users to choose flexibly according to their needs.

Android phone users can receive a free mobile card through the Mobile Tmoney app, recharge it, and use it immediately. Physical cards can be purchased for 3,000 won in cash at customer safety offices inside Seoul Metro stations on Lines 1 to 8, or at convenience stores near Lines 1 to 9, Sillim Line, and Ui-Sinseol Line, after which they can be recharged and used. Additionally, postpaid Climate Companion Cards (credit or debit) that do not require separate recharging can be issued through card companies.

On the morning of August 9, the first day the Climate Companion Card was accepted for subway rides, Mayor Lee Hyun Jae of Hanam City personally experienced using the card at Misa Station on Line 5.

During this visit, Mayor Lee listened to citizens' feedback on issues such as the subway Line 5 rush hour train intervals and inconveniences related to purchasing and recharging the Climate Companion Card. In response, he stated, "We are preparing to make it possible to purchase and recharge the Climate Companion Card at subway stations within Hanam City starting September 13," and added, "To minimize inconvenience for citizens, we will work with Seoul City and related agencies to improve train intervals as well."

Hanam City plans to further accelerate improvements in transportation convenience and the expansion of eco-friendly policies by reflecting citizens' opinions in the future.

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