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South Korea’s MZ Generation Embraces Green Ideals, but Lags in Action

South Korea’s MZ Generation Embraces Green Ideals, but Lags in Action

SEOUL, Mar. 12 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korea’s MZ generation, encompassing individuals aged 14 to 40, is reportedly more invested in environmental and climate change issues compared to older age groups. However, a recent study by Statistics Korea suggests that their efforts to reduce environmental pollution fall short compared to the actions of those aged 56 [...]

Green Light Stimulates Recovery of Retinal Cells, While Blue Light Causes Stress: Study

Green Light Stimulates Recovery of Retinal Cells, While Blue Light Causes Stress: Study

BUSAN, Apr. 24 (Korea Bizwire) — A recent study has confirmed that the color green reduces eye stress and improves eyesight. A research team led by Prof. Choi Cheol-young from the Korea Maritime and Ocean University conducted an experiment involving applying a variety of spectrums of LED light on maritime animals, which showed that green [...]

Government Cracks Down on ‘Green’ Labeling, Advertisements

Government Cracks Down on ‘Green’ Labeling, Advertisements

SEOUL, Feb. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – The government has ruled that clear and objective expressions are mandatory for indicating and advertising products as being environment-friendly. The Ministry of Environment announced on February 14 that it will enact the “Notification on Management System of Indication and Advertisement about Environment Impact” and adopt the measure on February [...]

The Hershey Company Recognized for Sustainability Efforts in 2014 Newsweek Green Rankings

The Hershey Company Recognized for Sustainability Efforts in 2014 Newsweek Green Rankings

HERSHEY, Pa., June 6 (Korea Bizwire) – The Hershey Company (HSY) was recognized today for its continuing  commitment to environmental stewardship by Newsweek in its 2014 Green  Rankings. Out of the top U.S. 500 companies named, Hershey placed 46,  moving up 210 spots from the last ranking, in 2012. “At Hershey, environmental stewardship is simply good [...]

Energy Saving Solutions Custom-tailored for Apartments in Seoul

Energy Saving Solutions Custom-tailored for Apartments in Seoul

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept 25 (Korea Bizwire) – What is ‘Energy Consulting?’ It is a consulting service recently launched by the Seoul City government and Korea Telecom to help apartment residents reduce their electric bills. Teams of consultants visit apartments on demand and conduct technical, structural and administrative analysis on actual conditions of energy use [...]