Gangwon Province launches sustainability campaign ahead of annual awareness week

Gangwon Province, known for its clean natural environment, is launching a joint public-private campaign on sustainability issues including green environmental conservation, the preservation and development of local culture, support for visitors adapting to Gangwon's cultural heritage, and carbon neutrality.

The province, together with the Gangwon Sustainable Development Council, will hold the 2026 Gangwon Sustainable Development Week in the Chuncheon area Tuesday and Wednesday.

The event was organized to build public consensus on the value of sustainable development and to foster a culture of sustainable practice across the community through resident participation.

Tuesday's program opens with a joint meeting of provincial and municipal officials, followed by a commemorative ceremony and a policy forum. The joint meeting will feature presentations of best practices and discussions of key issues, with the aim of strengthening cooperation and exchange among cities and counties.

The commemorative ceremony will recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to sustainable development and share highlights of key activities promoting its values. A policy forum will feature presentations and discussions aimed at establishing a foundational model for Gangwon's G-ESG and G-SDGs frameworks and identifying concrete action items.

On Wednesday, a sustainable development pop-up promotion zone will operate at Chuncheon Station, featuring information booths, an environmental photo exhibition and participatory events. The zone is designed to help visitors engage with sustainable development in an accessible way and carry its principles into their daily lives.

Gangwon Province said it hopes the event will deepen residents' interest in and understanding of sustainable development and serve as a meaningful opportunity for the province, its cities and counties, and the broader community to explore practical ways forward together. The province added that it will continue to expand the foundation for cooperation and participation needed to build a sustainable community that residents can feel in their everyday lives.