Busanjinhae Economic Free Zone Authority Conducts Joint Public-Private Environmental Inspection for Fourth Quarter

Strengthening Environmental Safety in Industrial Complexes
to Address Winter Fine Dust and Odor Issues

The Busanjin-Hae Economic Free Zone Authority (headed by Park Seongho, hereinafter referred to as the Authority) is conducting a joint public-private inspection of facilities emitting environmental pollutants until December 10.

This inspection has been organized to proactively address fine dust during the winter season and to provide special management for vulnerable areas such as Saenggok and Machun industrial complexes, where odor complaints are concentrated. Through this initiative, the Authority expects to strengthen the environmental safety system within industrial complexes and alleviate inconveniences for local residents.

The inspection covers a total of 52 sites, including 15 pollutant-emitting businesses in Machun and Namyang industrial complexes, 12 waste treatment companies in the Saenggok district, and 25 air and wastewater emission businesses in the Jisa district. The joint inspection team, which includes the Ungdong 1-dong Pollution Abolition Committee in Jinhae, the Gangseo Saenggok Waste Countermeasures Committee, and residents of Noksan Village, will provide on-site guidance and inspections, as well as ongoing monitoring.

The inspections are being conducted sequentially by region. Since November 17, focused inspections on air, wastewater, and waste sectors have taken place in the Busan area (Saenggok and Jisa districts). From December, the inspections will be expanded to the Jinhae area (Machun and Namyang) to strengthen oversight in preparation for the winter season.

The main inspection items include: installation and operation of unauthorized emission facilities, proper operation of emission and prevention facilities, and appropriate management of related documents such as operation logs. To ensure compliance with emission standards, sample collection, pollution level testing, and odor sampling are also conducted. If violations are identified, administrative action will be taken immediately according to the severity of the case.

For metal waste treatment companies in the Saenggok Industrial Complex, a special inspection is being conducted on the entire waste treatment process, and the importance of compliance is being emphasized by sharing cases related to the Waste Management Act from central government agencies.

Park Seongho, head of the Authority, stated, "Through these winter inspections, we aim to promote an eco-friendly corporate culture within the free economic zone and encourage companies to regularly inspect their own emission facilities and take the lead in creating a pleasant environment. The Authority will also do its utmost to foster a sustainable industrial ecosystem."

In accordance with the 2025 integrated guidance and inspection plan for emission businesses, the Authority has designated a total of 334 sites for inspection. It is conducting six joint public-private inspections throughout the year, as well as at least two special crackdowns during vulnerable periods before and after major holidays. To date, 45 violations have been detected and administrative measures have been completed.

Busanjin-Hae Economic Free Zone Authority.

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