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Korean Scientists Develop Biodegradable Electronic Film, Paving Way for Eco-Friendly Electronics

DAEJEON, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In a breakthrough that could revolutionize the electronics industry’s approach to sustainability, researchers from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and Polytechnique Montréal have jointly developed the world’s first fully biodegradable electrically active film. The research team, led by Myung Jaewook from KAIST’s Department of Civil and [...]

South Korean Researchers Develop AI-Powered Urban Electrification Technology

DAEJEON, Sept. 12 (Korea Bizwire) – The Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER) has announced a breakthrough in urban electrification technology, leveraging artificial intelligence to stabilize renewable energy grids in cities. The development, announced on September 11, marks a significant step towards sustainable urban environments and carbon neutrality. Urban electrification, the process of transitioning city energy [...]

South Korean Scientists Develop Seawater-Powered Energy Harvester

DAEJEON, Sept. 12 (Korea Bizwire) – In a breakthrough that could revolutionize sustainable energy production, researchers at the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM) have developed an energy harvester capable of generating electricity from seawater, the institute announced on September 11. Energy harvesters are devices designed to capture and convert ambient energy sources, such as [...]

South Korean Scientists Discover Enzyme That Could Help Tackle Plastic Pollution

SEOUL, Aug. 9 (Korea Bizwire) – In a significant advancement for environmental science, researchers in South Korea have identified an enzyme capable of breaking down polyethylene, one of the most prevalent and persistent forms of plastic pollution. The discovery, announced on August 8 by the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), could pave the way [...]

Seoul Schools Introduce AI Recycling Robots to Educate Students on Sustainability

SEOUL, Jun. 24 (Korea Bizwire) – In a innovative approach to environmental education, 50 schools across Seoul are set to receive AI-powered recycling robots this September, the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education announced on June 22. The robot, named “Nephron,” uses artificial intelligence to determine whether items are recyclable. When students insert a transparent plastic bottle [...]

As A.I. Fuels an Energy Quandary, Climate Tech Emerges as a Potential Solution

SEOUL, Jun. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – As the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (A.I.) drives a surge in power consumption within data centers, the development of digital technologies poses a dilemma for a sustainable future. Amid this challenge, so-called “climate tech” has garnered attention as a promising solution. Climate tech refers to digital technology innovations, such [...]

LG Electronics Sows ‘Better Life for All’ With Global Sustainability Initiatives

SEOUL, May 29 (Korea Bizwire) – LG Electronics has announced its commitment to fostering sustainable ecosystems worldwide, putting into practice its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) vision of “A Better Life for All.” In Spain and Portugal, LG’s Spanish subsidiary is spearheading the ‘Smart Green Tree’ reforestation campaign, planting seed bombs – a mixture of soil, [...]

South Korean Researchers Pioneer Electrification of Carbon Capture Technology

JEJU, Apr. 29 (Korea Bizwire) – Researchers in South Korea are exploring a promising approach to make carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technology more environmentally friendly by powering the energy-intensive process with electricity instead of fossil fuels. At a symposium held on April 25 at the Jeju International Convention Center by the Korean Institute of Chemical [...]

Inje County Opens Smart Farm Greenhouse Powered by Renewable Energy

INJE, Apr. 17 (Korea Bizwire) – Inje County in Gangwon Province, South Korea, has unveiled a smart farm greenhouse facility that utilizes renewable energy sources to cultivate subtropical plants. The county announced the completion of the project and its opening to the public on April 16. Covering an area of approximately 4,950 square meters, the smart [...]

South Korean Researchers Develop Technology to Convert Ship Emissions Into Alcohol

SEOUL, Mar. 28 (Korea Bizwire) – A team of South Korean researchers has developed a pioneering technology that utilizes a microorganism found in animal feces to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from ships and even produce alcohol as a byproduct. This breakthrough is expected to aid the shipping industry and other sectors in reducing their greenhouse gas [...]