Goryeong County Wins Ministerial Commendation for Renewable Energy Transition

Solar Power Deployment and Expanded Energy Welfare
Carbon-Neutrality Policy Achievements Recognized

Goryeong County, North Gyeongsang Province, received high marks among local governments nationwide in recognition of its achievements in expanding renewable energy and advancing carbon neutrality.

Commemorative photo marking the receipt of the Minister of Climate, Energy and Environment's Commendation, the top award in the local government category at the 8th Korea Solar League [Photo provided by Goryeong County]

Goryeong County (Acting County Governor Jung Gwangho) announced that it received the Minister of Climate, Energy and Environment's Commendation, the top prize in the local government category, at the 8th Korea Solar League awards ceremony held on November 5 at the Government Sejong Convention Center.

The Korea Solar League is a nationwide competition that selects exemplary cases by comprehensively evaluating the performance of local governments and private and public institutions in expanding solar power generation and their efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Launched in 2019, the competition is being held for the eighth time this year, with the aim of sharing policy achievements in expanding renewable energy and responding to the climate crisis.

In this year's evaluation, Goryeong County maintained one of the highest rates of solar power deployment among basic local governments nationwide. It also received high marks for building solar power infrastructure at public facilities, establishing a foundation for energy self-sufficiency, and formulating sustainable energy transition policies.

In particular, the county's efforts to pursue carbon-neutrality policies tailored to local conditions were cited as a reason for the award. These included expanding welfare programs for energy-vulnerable groups, attracting eco-friendly energy projects through public-private cooperation, and providing integrated support programs that leverage public infrastructure.

Building on this award, Goryeong County plans to further strengthen the foundation for renewable energy deployment and expand energy welfare policies that residents can feel in their daily lives, accelerating its efforts to create a sustainable, eco-friendly city.

A county official said, "This award recognizes the achievements of our efforts, together with residents, to advance a sustainable energy transition. We will continue to expand support for eco-friendly energy welfare and make Goryeong a model city leading the way in carbon neutrality."

Attention is focused on whether Goryeong County's achievements, which extend beyond renewable energy deployment to include energy welfare, will bring tangible change to local carbon-neutrality policies.

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