Philippine city officials visited Korea's Eco-friendly Resource Recycling Center, focusing on plastic waste management as part of an international seminar. They explored recycling initiatives and participated in educational programs like the "Donggurami Environmental Class." The visit provided valuable insights to help develop environmental policies in the Philippines. 

The Marine Plastic Waste Management Project, in collaboration with the Bataan Provincial Government in the Philippines, has been initiated. Supported by funding from Korea, including Chonnam National University, the project aims to address plastic pollution issues. It involves planning for environmental management, infrastructure development, and collaboration with stakeholders. Click the photo for the full article.

Wando County hosted a 'Midterm Report Meeting for the Study on the Nutritional Relationship between Wando's Seawater Components and Seafood' and an 'Expert Workshop' on the 24th of last month. Click the photo for the full article.

Professor Kim Tae-hoon of the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Chonnam National University gave a presentation on 'Changes in the Coastal Environment of Jeju and Groundwater Pollution' at the 'Sustainable Jeju Future Forum 2022' held at Jeju Halla University Convention Center today (6th). Professor Kim emphasized the need for systematic management and research of land-based pollution sources based on the results of research conducted on the Jeju coast over the past decade during this topic presentation. Click the photo for the full article.

In order to explore solutions based on scientific data and technology for addressing changes in marine environment and resources in Jeju, which are at the forefront of climate change, in-depth discussions among experts were conducted. Professor Kim Tae-hoon of Chonnam National University presented on the topic of marine environmental impacts and management strategies due to terrestrial pollution sources. Click the photo for the full article.

Interview with Professor Kim Tae-hoon of Chonnam National University's Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences: "The concept of residence time of water is important. Factors that can accelerate it, ultimately accelerate the residence time of algae. Click the photo for the full article.

Professor Kim Tae-hoon of Chonnam National University was invited as a speaker on the topic of 'Biogeochemical Reactions due to Submarine Groundwater Discharge in the Coastal Environment of Jeju Island'. Through this seminar, the two institutions discussed the establishment of groundwater circulation systems based on current geological surveys, and explored improvement measures for efficient groundwater utilization and management. They also shared research contents such as the impact of nutrient loading on the coastal environment of Jeju due to groundwater decline and submarine groundwater discharge, as well as strategies for groundwater quality management, and sought opportunities for collaborative research.