Muan County Council Holds Interim Briefing on Policy Research Projects by Council Research Groups

Sharing Interim Results on "Basic Energy Income" and More

Muan County Council shared the results on basic energy income and healing agriculture through an in-house council research group service briefing. Provided by Muan County Council

The Muan County Council in South Jeolla Province held an interim policy research briefing for its council research groups, sharing progress on key research topics such as "basic energy income" and "promotion of healing agriculture," and discussed directions for policy development.

On November 13, the council convened in a seminar room to review the progress of the two research groups' projects and discuss future directions. The briefing was attended by more than 30 people, including council members, relevant public officials, and researchers.

The "Research Group for Preparing for the Energy Transition Era" analyzed domestic and international renewable energy policies and benefit-sharing schemes, and examined the conditions and models under which the county could implement a basic energy income system.

In particular, the group drew attention by proposing a dual-structure model that combines a basic income type with a resident participation type, based on an analysis of the energy environment and basic resources. The group’s members emphasized the need to develop the optimal model and a concrete implementation roadmap tailored to the circumstances of Muan County.

The "Healing Agriculture Policy Development Research Group" presented the results of its survey on the state of agriculture and rural areas in Muan County, as well as the current status of healing agriculture initiatives, and discussed strategies for promotion. Council members pointed out pressing issues such as a shortage of professionals, lack of infrastructure, and challenges in ensuring profitability, stressing the urgent need for institutional support and policy foundations.

Going forward, both research groups plan to focus on identifying business models tailored to Muan County and detailing policy measures with high feasibility for implementation.

Meanwhile, the council plans to hold a final briefing in early December to review the results of the research projects, which will then lead to legislative activities such as the enactment or revision of ordinances and policy proposals.

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