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Hong Seok-hwa, Senior Vice President of Holger & I Hallym (left) and Kim Eung-kwon, President of Hallym University, are taking a commemorative photo after signing a business agreement to strengthen ESG practices. [Provided by HL D&A Hallym. Prohibited to resell or use in a database]
(Seoul=Yonhap News) Reporter Kwon Hye-jin – HL D&I Hallym announced on the 9th that it has signed a business agreement with Hallym University to enhance ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) practices.
Both sides plan to strengthen ESG activities through organic cooperation.
Specifically, they will jointly promote activities such as improving the living environment of vulnerable groups, environmental education on biodiversity due to climate change, seminars in the field of infrastructure construction to address local community issues, on-site visits and practical training for manpower cultivation in the construction field, mentoring programs for exploring career paths and enhancing employability of students majoring in construction-related departments.
Furthermore, HL D&I Hallym will hold an ‘ESG Idea Contest’ for current Hallym University students to discover ideas that can lead community development and contribute to environmental improvement.
Under the vision of ‘Valuable Challenges for a Better Life,’ HL D&I Hallym has embarked on systematic ESG management practices and operates a dedicated ESG team under the Chief Safety and Health Officer (CSO).
Recognized for these efforts, the company received the highest grade of AA in the first half ESG evaluation by Sustainable Best in June.
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