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S. Korea to Push for ‘Circular Economy’ of Major Resources

SEOUL, June 21 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea will push for a ‘circular economy’ of key resources, focusing on recycling in major industries, such as steel, petrochemicals and batteries, with the goal of cutting carbon emissions, the government said Wednesday. Under the drive named the “CE 9″ project, the country will focus on seeking sustainable [...]

Industries Scrambling to Respond to Toughened Recycling Policy

SEOUL, Dec. 27 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korean industries ranging from beverages and cosmetics to hotels are scrambling to cope with a tightened recycling law, industry officials said Friday. Under revised legislation implemented on Wednesday, producers and importers of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), glass and other materials such as drink bottles, food containers and cosmetics packaging [...]