Incheon City Joins Leading Carbon-Neutral Cities Association for 2045 Carbon-Neutral Policy
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- Incheon City has become the 23rd member of the Carbon Neutral Cities Association, aiming to achieve 'zero' net greenhouse gas emissions by 2045.
- The city is actively participating in policy exchanges, joint research, international projects, and fund support to strengthen its carbon neutrality initiatives.
- Incheon's 2045 roadmap includes plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in seven sectors, with a focus on transitioning to carbon-free fuels, smart green industrial complexes, zero energy buildings, and pollution-free transportation systems.
- The city also aims to absorb greenhouse gases through the creation of urban forests, sea forests, and preservation of mudflats, positioning itself as a global leader in sustainable city development.
Incheon City, South Korea, has joined the Carbon Neutral Cities Association (CNCA), becoming the first Korean city and the second Asian city to do so. The CNCA is an international network of leading carbon-neutral cities, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality before 2050. Incheon City's membership signifies its commitment to achieving 'zero' net greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. The city's environmental bureau director highlighted the importance of international recognition through CNCA in strengthening Incheon's sustainability and global city status. Incheon City's 2045 Carbon Neutrality Roadmap outlines ambitious plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in sectors like power generation, industry, building, transportation, waste, and agriculture. Notably, the city plans to phase out coal power generation, expand eco-friendly fuels in industries, introduce carbon capture technology, promote zero energy buildings, and transition to pollution-free transportation like hydrogen buses and electric vehicles. In addition, initiatives to absorb greenhouse gases through urban forests and preservation of mudflats are in place. Incheon City's proactive approach towards carbon neutrality positions it as a role model for sustainable city development.
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