Naju City in Gwangju has achieved an 'A' grade in the public evaluation of the '2027 Renewable Energy Support Project,' placing it in the top 10% nationwide.
The city's project plan, based on its experience in renewable energy distribution and citizen-focused energy policies, received high marks in a national assessment.
The evaluation was conducted by the Ministry of Climate and Energy and the Korea Energy Agency.
According to Naju City, these agencies assessed the feasibility of project plans, implementation systems, distribution effects, project management, and post-management plans for 173 local governments participating nationwide.
Naju aims to be a leading energy hub city in South Korea, where public institutions and research and educational organizations in the energy sector are concentrated. The city is committed to policies that allow citizens to directly experience the benefits of energy transition.
Since 2020, Naju has steadily promoted renewable energy distribution projects, installing solar and thermal energy systems in over 3,200 locations, amounting to 23.9 billion won, thereby expanding the foundation for energy transition in daily life.
Building on this experience and capability, Naju plans to implement the '2027 Renewable Energy Support Project,' which will distribute renewable energy systems to a total of 486 locations, including 417 solar, 55 thermal, and 14 geothermal sites.
The focus is on expanding the distribution of renewable energy systems in everyday spaces used by citizens, such as homes, buildings, and public bathhouses.
Additionally, Naju has proposed a model for energy transition that connects energy production and utilization, creating a virtuous cycle that can lead to reduced energy costs for residents and revitalization of the local economy.
The project plan and the city's ongoing achievements in renewable energy distribution and systematic project management received high evaluations, resulting in the A grade.
Naju City plans to continue the support project next year without interruption, aiming to expand renewable energy distribution linked to the region's energy infrastructure and characteristics, while continuously enhancing the foundation for energy transition that citizens can feel.
Yoon Byeong-tae, the mayor of Naju City, stated, “We will continue to increase the distribution of renewable energy, creating a sustainable energy-specialized city where citizens can produce, save, and benefit from energy.”
* This article has been translated by AI.
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