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Finance
Shinhan Financial Group strengthens energy-saving system for Earth Day
Shinhan Financial Group said on Tuesday it is promoting employee-participation energy-saving activities and a wildfire response programme to mark Earth Day. The group carried out everyday actions such as turning off lights in major buildings and encouraging greater use of public transport, with some employees commuting on foot or by public transport. It is also operating an energy-saving system that includes limits on vehicle use, reduced elevator operations and indoor temperature management.
Telecommunications & Media
KT conducts emergency restoration drills using SFC during wildfire caution period
KT said on April 15 it will hold emergency restoration drills to prepare for the spring wildfire caution period. The drills aim to keep networks operating stably even if disasters such as wildfires or fires at telecommunications facilities occur. KT will use its Smart Field Check (SFC) platform to centrally manage restoration status across KT, affiliates and partner firms. It is also upgrading its SuperCell technology and will strengthen disaster response via SFC.
Telecommunications & Media
SKT, Yuhan-Kimberly join hands to restore Andong wildfire damage
SK Telecom said it held a tree-planting event with Yuhan-Kimberly on April 4 in Pungcheon-myeon, Andong, to create a “Forest of Peace” in areas damaged by wildfires. About 100 employees and family members took part and planted 1,500 trees, including rare species designated by the Korea Forest Service. The companies plan to plant 10,000 trees over five years through 2030 and use AI and drones to support restoration planning.
