Jeju Shinhwa World earns Green Key certification for 3rd consecutive year

Jeju Shinhwa World announced Monday it has earned the Green Key international eco-certification for the third consecutive year, crediting the resort's resource-recycling systems — including a guest participation campaign for multi-night stays, on-site food waste processing, and the recycling of discarded home appliances.

Green Key is an international certification awarded to businesses in the tourism and service industries that practice environmentally responsible management. Jeju Shinhwa World received the certification with support from the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province and the Jeju Tourism Organization.

The resort runs a range of guest-driven eco-friendly initiatives. Guests staying two or more nights can opt out of daily housekeeping in exchange for rewards, while discarded appliances are recycled through the E-Circulation Governance program. Food waste generated on the property is processed on-site using dedicated equipment.

The resort is also working to preserve the natural environment. A landscaping team manages native Jeju plant species across the site, and staff take part in plogging — a fitness activity that combines jogging with litter collection. Jeju Shinhwa World also donated 10 billion won ($7.55 million) to the Gotjawal Trust Fund to support the conservation of the island's natural heritage.

"As a leading integrated resort representing Jeju, protecting the island's pristine nature and fulfilling our environmental responsibilities is a core mission," a Jeju Shinhwa World official said. "We will continue to practice genuine eco-friendly management and contribute to our customers and the local community."