Is Sustainability Sustainable? A Focus on Korean Cases

Lecture in Korean

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Hyunsuk Cho, Senior Reporter, Joongang Ilbo, Economic Desk

Thursday, June 6, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bunche Hall, Rm 10383

In Korea, sustainability has emerged as a significant topic across various sectors, including the corporate sector, government, and many other areas. Similar to other countries, the global COVID-19 pandemic has hastened this shift within Korea as well. Mrs. Hyunsuk Cho will provide an analysis of the consumption and dissemination of sustainability-related discourse in Korea.

The concept of sustainability in Korea is widely known as ‘ESG,’ derived from the first letters of the words Environmental, Social, and Governance. Since the ending of the Korean War, Korea has experienced a period of rapid growth and development. Although in the past, environmental conservation, social responsibility, and corporate governance reform were not always top priorities, with the overall expansion and growth of the country, the Korean economy has shifted into a phase of low growth, where previous levels of rapid expansion are unattainable. Simultaneously, the demand from consumers and the general public to focus on sustainability is growing. This issue is spreading similarly in other countries. Is sustainability truly a sustainable topic? Mrs. Cho will discuss her views on this matter with you.

*Event is exclusive to CKS Visiting Scholars, graduate/undergraduate students, and faculty

Sponsor(s): Center for Korean Studies