U.S. Tariffs on Polycrystalline Silicon Boost Expectations for Hanwha Q CELLS and K-Semiconductors
The polycrystalline silicon tariffs proposed by the Trump administration are emerging as a key factor for Hanwha Solutions' solar business in the U.S. and its capital increase efforts. Hanwha Q CELLS, which sources polycrystalline silicon from overseas, may experience varying impacts depending on the scope of the tariffs. The semiconductor industry, another major consumer of polycrystalline silicon, is expected to be less affected.According to industry sources, the Trump administration is prepar
The Need for Climate Audits to Mitigate Climate Change Impacts
유럽의 폭염은 더 이상 먼 나라 이야기가 아니다. 우리나라도 '폭염중대경보'가 확대 발령되면서 기후위기로 인한 피해를 체감하고 있다. 기업마다 ESG(환경·사회·지배구조) 보고서와 탄소중립 로드맵 하나쯤은 갖추고 있다. 그러나 정작 물어야 할 것은 따로 있다. 그 보고서의 숫자는 누가 검증했는가, 위원회는 실제 무엇을 결정하는가, 목표의 이행 정도는 누가 감시하는가. 이 질문에 답하는 것이 감사의 역할이다. '기후감사'라는 용어는 오래되지 않았다. 국제최고감사기구(INTOSAI) 환경감사 작업그룹(WGEA)이 2010년 기후변화
Volvo EX90: A Family-Friendly Electric SUV
Volvo's EX90 has emerged as an optimal choice for large families during this era of high fuel prices. Launched in April, the EX90 is a fully electric flagship SUV. During a recent test drive, its practicality stood out as the most impressive feature.On August 5, I drove a 60-kilometer route from Seoul to Uijeongbu, taking approximately 120 minutes. The route included sections of the Inner Ring Road, Eastern Expressway, and Northern Expressway.The Volvo EX90, classified as a mid-size SUV, offers
POSCO Air Solution Achieves Global Certification for Aerospace and Defense Gas Materials
POSCO Air Solution, a subsidiary of the POSCO Group specializing in industrial gases, has received the AS9100D certification from Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance (LRQA), marking the first such certification in Asia for the manufacturing of high-purity rare gases for aerospace and defense applications.The certification ceremony took place on August 6 at the POSCO Center in Seoul, attended by Kim Dae-yeon, CEO of POSCO Air Solution, and Lee Il-hyung, head of LRQA's Korean branch.The AS9100D cer
Anyang Mayor Choi Dae-ho: Presidential Award a Result of Citizen and Official Collaboration
Choi Dae-ho, the mayor of Anyang, expressed on August 6 that the recent Presidential Award is a valuable achievement created through the trust of citizens and the field-oriented administration of public officials. On this day, Mayor Choi announced that Anyang received the Presidential Award in the '2025 Comprehensive Evaluation of Active Administration by Local Governments' conducted by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety. The citizen-centered active administration promoted by Mayor Cho
North Korea Launches Short-Range Ballistic Missile into East Sea, First Provocation in 42 Days
LG Group Chairman Koo Kwang-mo to Meet Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Next Week Koo Kwang-mo, chairman of LG Group, is set to visit Nvidia's headquarters in Silicon Valley, California, next week to meet with CEO Jensen Huang. This meeting comes two months after their last encounter on June 8 in Seoul. According to industry sources, Koo's visit to Silicon Valley marks his first trip there in four months since April. The two executives previously met on June 5 at LG Group's headquarters in Yeouido, Seo
Uiwang Mayor Emphasizes Importance of Managing Vulnerable Groups During Heatwave
Kim Sung-je, the mayor of Uiwang, emphasized on August 6 that "careful on-site management of vulnerable groups, such as outdoor workers and mobile laborers, is crucial in the ongoing heatwave situation." On this day, Mayor Kim personally visited key facilities in the area to assess the heatwave response measures and safety management, prioritizing citizen safety. This site inspection was conducted to prevent various safety incidents, including heat-related illnesses, due to the prolonged he
Minister Kim Jeong-kwan Opposes Profit-Based Bonuses, Seeks Shareholder Approval
Kim Jeong-kwan, the Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy, stated on August 6 that he opposes an incentive structure that bases bonuses on operating profit. He explained that he is working on amending the Commercial Act and the Capital Markets Act to require shareholder approval for large bonuses. During a discussion at the Press Center in Seoul, Minister Kim pointed out that shareholders and investors are excluded from the process of distributing a portion of operating profit to employees. He
Gwachon City Expands Citizen Participation for 2026 Gwachon Performing Arts Festival
Gwachon City held a briefing on August 5 to review preparations for the '2026 Gwachon Performing Arts Festival,' scheduled for September 18-20. According to the city, the meeting was attended by over 50 participants, including officials from Gwachon City and the Gwachon Cultural Foundation, the festival's artistic director, city council members, citizens, and local artists. Attendees shared details about the festival's programs, spatial arrangements, and operational plans while gathering fee
Police Conducts 11-Hour Search of Korean Football Association Amid Appointment Controversy
Police have completed an 11-hour search of the Korean Football Association (KFA) as part of an investigation into allegations surrounding the appointment of former national team coach Hong Myung-bo.The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency's Financial Crimes Investigation Unit concluded the search around 8:20 p.m. on August 6 at the KFA's office in Cheonan, South Chungcheong Province, and at the Football Center in Jongno, Seoul. The search began at approximately 9 a.m. and lasted over 11 hours.This m