The program seeks to develop 21st century green life leaders who will lead the “Green Start Movement,” a nationwide movement for greenhouse gas reduction that promotes a low-carbon lifestyle. In 2011, 78 trainees were certified; 62 were certified in 2012. Participating organizations: Pureun Anyang 21 Council, Green Start Anyang Network
Read More Read LessVisits to environmental schools and citizen green life-practices training: 2011: 318 sessions, 567 classes, and 19,877 participants 2012: 227 sessions, 481 classes, and 14,451 participants
Green Life Campaign Promotion and Promotional Booth Operation: 2011: 10 occasions/82,540 participants 2012: 11 occasions/167,690 participants
The Carbon Point System encourages citizens to voluntarily reduce greenhouse gas emissions. If a home or business reduces electricity, water, and gas usage, the energy saved is calculated as the CO₂ emission rate. Based on this rate, points and other incentives are awarded. (2011: US$ 114,071; 2012: US$ 71,736)
Read More Read LessMayor Daeho ChoiAnyang City, Republic of Korea