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National Survey Reveals Overwhelming Concern Among Citizens for Climate Change and Plastic Pollution

National Survey Reveals Overwhelming Concern Among Citizens for Climate Change and Plastic Pollution

SEOUL, Mar. 11 (Korea Bizwire) – In a revealing glimpse into the collective psyche of a nation increasingly alarmed by the environmental crisis at its doorstep, a recent comprehensive survey has highlighted the deep concerns harbored by South Koreans over the twin perils of climate change and the burgeoning issue of plastic waste. This widespread apprehension [...]

GCF Board Approves US$490 Mln Worth of Climate Projects in Developing Nations

GCF Board Approves US$490 Mln Worth of Climate Projects in Developing Nations

SEOUL, Mar. 7 (Korea Bizwire) — The Green Climate Fund (GCF), an international organization on fighting climate change, has approved US$490 million in funding for projects on low emissions and climate resilience in 23 developing nations, South Korea’s finance ministry said Thursday. During a three-day board meeting in Rwanda that began Monday, the board of [...]

Study Warns of a Dramatic Surge in Summer Deaths in Seoul by 2100 Amid Rising Emissions

Study Warns of a Dramatic Surge in Summer Deaths in Seoul by 2100 Amid Rising Emissions

SEOUL, Feb. 5 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent study suggests that if current levels of greenhouse gas emissions persist, the number of summer fatalities in Seoul could increase by up to 82% by the late 21st century. Even with efforts to achieve carbon neutrality, the increase in mortality rate could reach 23%. Published in the Journal [...]

South Korea Records Highest Annual Sea Surface Temperature Since 1990

South Korea Records Highest Annual Sea Surface Temperature Since 1990

BUSAN, Feb. 2 (Korea Bizwire) – The National Institute of Fisheries Science announced on February 1 that last year marked the highest annual average sea surface temperature in South Korean waters since records began in 1990.  Analysis of satellite data revealed an average sea surface temperature of 19.8 degrees Celsius last year, which is 0.6 degrees [...]

Building Back Greener: Addressing Climate Change in Asia

Building Back Greener: Addressing Climate Change in Asia

CAPS’ Cross-Economy Report Presents Unique Asian Perspectives on Climate Actions HONG KONG, Dec. 11 (Korea Bizwire) – Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society (CAPS), a uniquely Asian, independent, action-oriented research and advisory organization, released its latest research report, Building Back Greener: Addressing Climate Change in Asia. The report draws insights from interviews with 163 individuals and experts [...]

Ministry of Environment Unveils Ambitious Strategy to Tackle Declining Biodiversity

Ministry of Environment Unveils Ambitious Strategy to Tackle Declining Biodiversity

SEOUL, Nov. 27 (Korea Bizwire) – Climate change and a decline in biodiversity are referred to as the ‘twin crises’ facing humanity. Climate change destroys biodiversity, and in turn, biodiversity has an impact on climate, creating a vicious cycle. Biological species unable to adapt to global warming disappear, and the sea becomes acidified after absorbing increasing [...]

Methane Emissions Remains Elusive Challenge for Oil and Gas Industry

Methane Emissions Remains Elusive Challenge for Oil and Gas Industry

LONDON and HOUSTON and SINGAPORE, Nov. 15, 2023 (Korea Bizwire) – Methane remains a significant challenge for the oil and gas industry. COP28 could prove a landmark moment for methane reduction commitments, and companies and governments will need to take strong steps to reduce emissions and enforce new standards, according to a new Horizons report [...]

Climate-Driven Shifts in Korean Peninsula’s Fishing Landscape

Climate-Driven Shifts in Korean Peninsula’s Fishing Landscape

SEJONG, Nov. 14 (Korea Bizwire) – As ocean temperatures rise due to global warming, the fishing landscape on the Korean Peninsula is undergoing significant shifts. The traditional abundance of squid along the east coast has dwindled, making way for a rise in yellowtail from the southern island of Jeju in the East Sea. Additionally, tuna, previously [...]