Mokpo City Sends "Inappropriate" Response to Medical Waste Incineration Facility Business Plan

Comprehensive Consideration of Public Health and Environmental Impact
Joint Opposition Expressed with South Jeolla Province

Exterior view of Mokpo City Hall.

Mokpo City in South Jeolla Province has taken action to prevent the construction of a medical waste incineration facility. The city announced on September 10 that, after gathering citizens' opinions and expert consultations regarding the business plan resubmitted by the operator following a rejection, it officially sent an "inappropriate" opinion to the Yeongsan River Basin Environmental Office on September 4.

This response goes beyond a simple legal review and is the result of a comprehensive consideration of local opposition, environmental impact, and the health and safety of citizens. Earlier this month, Mokpo City, together with South Jeolla Province, visited the Yeongsan River Basin Environmental Office in person to convey the citizens' strong opposition and the unjustifiability of constructing the facility, and requested a careful and fair decision from the environmental authority, which holds the permit rights.

The city emphasized that this issue is not merely about installing a facility, but is a critical matter directly linked to the sustainability of the local environment and the health and safety of citizens. In particular, the city council and local political circles have consistently maintained their opposition to the construction of the incineration facility. The city has submitted a consistent opinion of inappropriateness after collecting residents' opinions and seeking expert advice.

A city official stated, "We will continue to respond strongly, prioritizing the health and safety of our citizens, and basing our actions on public opinion and expert advice," adding, "We hope the Environmental Office will make a rational and responsible decision."

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