Gangneung City Completes Eco-Friendly Transportation Infrastructure with Installation of 409 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Completion of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Expansion
A Step Closer to an Eco-Friendly City

Gangneung City in Gangwon Province has completed the installation of a total of 409 electric vehicle charging stations over three years, from 2023 to 2025, to enhance the convenience of electric vehicle users.

Gangneung City has completed the installation of a total of 409 electric vehicle charging stations over three years, from 2023 to 2025, to enhance the convenience of electric vehicle users. Provided by Gangneung City

Gangneung City established an eco-friendly transportation infrastructure throughout the city by installing more charging stations than the initial target of 393 units, aiming to provide a more convenient and efficient electric vehicle charging environment for both residents and tourists visiting Gangneung.

This expansion of charging facilities is expected to contribute to the nationwide adoption of electric vehicles and play a significant role in achieving the city's carbon emission reduction goals.

Additionally, the expansion of the electric vehicle charging network is anticipated to serve as a crucial foundation for promoting sustainable and smart transportation systems to the world during the ITS World Congress, which will be held in Gangneung in 2026, by establishing eco-friendly transportation as a primary mode of travel.

The newly installed 409 charging stations are evenly distributed across Gangneung, including major locations such as Gangneung Station and Gyeongpodae. Notably, 103 stations have been installed in rural areas that previously lacked charging infrastructure, greatly improving accessibility.

In particular, the charging stations have been strategically placed in tourist attractions and public parking lots to prioritize user convenience, ensuring that both residents and tourists can charge their electric vehicles without inconvenience.

Hwang Namgyu, Director of the Environmental Department, stated, "The installation of electric vehicle charging stations goes beyond simply expanding charging infrastructure; it serves as an opportunity to provide a better environment for citizens and tourists and to foster a sustainable transportation culture. We will continue to implement eco-friendly charging infrastructure policies to make Gangneung a clean tourist city that is safe from emissions and fine dust."

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