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Busan Saengkok Incinerator
Deadline Deadline October 24 · Date of Seo District residents' general rally
Photo: 세계일보 In short Residents are opposing Busan City's plan to build a new incinerator in Seo District.
Residents will hold a rally on the 24th, saying environmental facilities are concentrated in one area.
Busan City says securing facilities before the 2030 landfill ban is urgent.
Key facts When A general residents' rally will be held in Seo District on October 24th at 3 p.m. Where It will take place at Eco Delta City Neighborhood Park No. 4 in Busan's Seo District. Who 3,000 Seo District residents and the Saengkok Incinerator Construction Opposition Committee will participate. What They demand the cancellation of the Saengkok incinerator project and closure of the Myeongji incinerator.
What it means for me
Readers outside Seo District are not directly affected, but this case is worth noting as an example of environmental facility siting disputes.
Why does this matter? This case shows conflict between expanding waste processing capacity and residents' environmental rights, with attention on finding solutions to regional disputes.
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Pohang Eco Village
D-15 Deadline November 22 · Environmental assessment draft opinion submission deadline
Photo: 프레시안 In short Pohang City has released draft environmental assessments for two candidate sites for a new waste treatment facility.
Resident briefing sessions will be held in Pohang and Gyeongju on November 6.
Pohang City plans to decide on the final candidate site around December.
Key facts When The draft assessment will be available for public review from October 20 to November 18. Where The candidate sites are located in Daesong-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang and Shingwang-myeon, Buk-gu. Who A site selection committee of 18 members, including Pohang City officials, resident representatives, and experts, will review it. What It assesses environmental and climate impacts of the 'Pohang Eco Village' waste treatment facility location candidates.
What it means for me
Residents near Pohang and Gyeongju should check the briefing session schedule and the deadline for submitting opinions.
Why does this matter? The location of treatment facilities directly affects surrounding environment and residents' daily lives, making it an important issue.
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Job fair held in Hanam
Deadline Deadline October 29 · Pre-registration deadline
Photo: 프레시안 In short Hanam City is holding an integrated job fair for all generations.
It will be held at the Hanam Sports Complex, Building 2 on October 30th.
40 companies from youth to seniors will participate in recruitment.
Key facts When It runs from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on October 30th. Where It takes place at Hanam Sports Complex, Building 2. Who All job seekers are welcome: youth, middle-aged, seniors, people with disabilities, and experienced women. What Direct hiring companies increased from 30 to 40 companies.
What it means for me
All Retired
Job-seeking citizens of any generation can meet diverse companies at one event.
Those aged 50-70 in Gyeonggi Province can also use a middle-aged-focused hiring section.
Why does this matter? Combining generation-specific job events allows more job seekers and companies to meet in one place.
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