SEOUL, Dec. 18 (Korea Bizwire) – POSCO E&C is actively championing the significance of bees in safeguarding the global environment. In support of this cause, the company has crafted a series of animated videos addressing the critical issues of bee extinction and the severity of the garbage problem.
Titled “Green Earth Guard Eco-Ranger,” the animated series, comprising three episodes, sheds light on the vanishing bee population caused by the climate crisis. Additionally, it educates children on actions they can take to protect marine ecosystems, which are being degraded by the adverse effects of indiscriminate garbage disposal.
To further disseminate awareness about environmental importance, POSCO E&C has also released an “Eco-Challenge Song.”
As a leader in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) management, POSCO E&C hosted a children’s bee festival at Songdo Central Park in Incheon on May 20, in celebration of World Bee Day. Recognizing the gravity of the declining bee population, the company emphasized enhancing the ecological sensitivity of future generations and underscored the importance of preserving biodiversity.
Since last year, POSCO E&C has actively promoted the urban beekeeping project, Bees Needs, as a flagship ‘corporate citizenship’ initiative. In response to concerns about the natural ecosystem, the company established urban beehives, beehives at apartment complexes, and bee gardens in locations such as Songdo Moonlight Park and Gwacheon National Science Center in Incheon.
This initiative aims to produce natural honey and eco-friendly soap, while also conveying messages about bee protection. Moreover, POSCO E&C conducts diverse urban beekeeping activities, including bee experiences and biodiversity education, as part of its commitment to leading in ESG practices.
Bees play a crucial role in pollinating 71 percent of the world’s top 100 crops, contributing significantly to human food production and survival. However, their population has been rapidly declining due to climate change and food shortages, with Korea alone witnessing the disappearance of over a billion bees in recent years.
Ashley Song (ashley@koreabizwire.com)
