Carbon Neutrality

Through sustainable practices,
KEPCO is building a carbon-neutral society

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KEPCO is building a sustainable carbon-neutral society based on the 2050 Carbon Neutrality Scenario.

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What is carbon neutrality?

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Aims
to cut carbon
emissions
from human
activities,

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while removing
and
absorbing existing
atmospheric
carbon

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to achieve
net-zero
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KEPCO's Role and Challenges
for Carbon Neutrality

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Proactively Expanding the Grid and Making It More Stable

KEPCO will proactively reinforce the grid in areas where renewable energy generators are expected to request for connection, make the grid more stable by establishing the forecasting and control systems, and build the power supply plan centered around the grid.

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Leading Decarbonization in Power Generation

KEPCO will drive carbon neutrality and renewable energy expansion by advancing offshore wind power, developing high-tech solar power solutions, leading innovation in carbon-free gas turbine technology, and establishing a foundation for a sustainable energy transition.

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Leading Carbon-Neutral R&D

KEPCO will foster collaboration and innovation across the entire power industry by securing key carbon-neutral technologies, such as hydrogen and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) and advancing open innovation to build an ecosystem of cooperation and synergy in the power sector.

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Promoting Improvement of Energy Efficiency

KEPCO is strategically reducing the demand and promoting use of the BTM platform to promote efficient use of electricity

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Leading Distribution of Power Generation & Demand

KEPCO aims to develop distributed energy hubs by applying local marginal prices, providing incentives, and innovating renewable energy forecasting, monitoring, and control systems.

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Establishing a Framework for Implementation of Carbon-Neutrality Activities

KEPCO will announce electricity price adjustments to public, promote fair cost-sharing strategies, collaborate with KEPCO Group companies and global utilities, and innovate functions and capabilities of its organizations.

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Vision for Power Industry

Achieving carbon neutrality requires major investment and a stronger public sector role, including proactive risk-taking.
As a grid operator, KEPCO must lead carbon neutrality by optimizing grid construction and operation. By increasing investment in breakthrough R&D, like zero-carbon gas turbines and CCUS, we will drive core technology development. We must promote a sustainable power transition by expanding the adoption of renewable energy, decentralizing supply and demand, enhancing energy efficiency, and building cooperative carbon-neutral infrastructure.
Power Generation 화살표 아이콘
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  • Current Status

    Fossil Fuel-Based Power Generation System
    Coal: 35.6%
    / LNG: 26.4% / Renewable Energy: 6.6%
    * as of 2020

  • By 2050

    Achieve zero greenhouse gas emission from power generation
    More renewable energy generators
    More zero-carbon gas turbines
    CO₂ captured by CCUS technologies

  • Path to Achievement

    Promotion of renewable power generators
    Reduction of coal and LNG power plants
    Development of hydrogen-based power sources
    Commercialization of CCUS technology

Transmission & Distribution Network 화살표 아이콘
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  • Current Status

    Unidirectional, centralized power grid
    Use of long-distance transmission networks
    Passive platform that accommodates predetermined large-scale power sources for transmission

  • By 2050

    Bidirectional, decentralized power grid
    Promotion of distributed energy
    Active platform that connects power supply and consumption

  • Path to Achievement

    Early integration of renewable energy generators and distributed power sources
    Ensuring grid stability and flexibility
    Distribution of generation and consumption
    Digitization of the grid

Consumption and BTM 화살표 아이콘
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  • Current Status

    Demand: 509 TWh (2020)
    High energy consumption at low-efficiency
    Passive consumers who simply use and pay for electricity
    Separate energy transactions for electricity, heat, and gas

  • By 2050

    Demand: Up to 1,213 TWh (due to electrification in other sectors)
    Highly efficient, self-sufficient consumption
    Active participation by prosumers (demand response, VPP)
    Integrated supply, distribution, and consumption of energy

  • Path to Achievement

    Promotion of electrification
    Improvement of energy consumption efficiency
    Promotion of new energy businesses
    Establishment of integrated energy management and trading systems

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  • Current Status

    Mutually competitive stakeholders focused on economic efficiency, such as cost reduction
    Cost-sharing system centered on electricity rates
    Market based on large-scale baseload power generators and economic dispatch
    Management system prioritizing economic feasibility and stability

  • By 2050

    Integrated and cooperative stakeholders to address the climate crisis
    Society-wide cost-sharing mechanisms for carbon neutrality
    Market focused on renewable energy where various values, such as environmental impact and flexibility, are assessed and traded
    Digitally driven management system balancing economic and environmental considerations

  • Path to Achievement

    Establishment of public-private cooperation initiatives
    Consensus-building and development of relevant laws and policies
    Implementation of a real-time, flexible, integrated market
    Innovation in software and hardware

Launch of Carbon Neutrality Promotion Committee

As Korea's national carbon neutrality policies gain momentum, KEPCO launched Carbon Neutrality Promotion Committee in December 2021, to facilitate discussions on key issues and engage with stakeholders. We will actively collaborate and communicate with the KEPCO Group companies, labor unions, the younger generation, and internal/external experts to identify the optimal path to carbon neutrality and form a social consensus.
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Chairperson

CEO
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Committee Member

All Executives,
National Electrical Workers Union

Councils for issues

Council of KEPCO Group companies

Shares KEPCO Group's vision and strategical direction for carbon neutrality and discusses how the Group companies will cooperate to achieve the carbon neutrality goals together.
Labor-Management Working Council

Forms consensus between the labor and the management to achieve carbon neutrality, and collects and coordinates diverse internal perspectives on implementation
Power Industry Partners Council

Gathers input from stakeholders in the energy ecosystem and develops collaborative strategies to help partners achieve carbon neutrality

Internal Review Committee

Composed of ex-executives and labor union representatives

Advisory Group

KEPCO Carbon Neutrality Advisory Panel

Includes six external experts in renewable energy, hydrogen, science and technology, energy policy, and global cooperation, who would provide expert advices and ensure that objective and professional perspectives are integrated into the carbon neutrality process
Net-Zero Board

A board that consists of 30 junior employees, whose voices will be considered when KEPCO determines its carbon neutrality policies. The members are offered capacity-building training, field visits, and internal and external carbon-neutrality communication initiatives.
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A Shared Journey Toward Sustainability

Discover how KEPCO is shaping a greener
and more sustainable future.

Sustainability Report
Proactively Expanding the Grid and Making It More Stable

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Goal

Due to the increased national greenhouse gas reduction target (NDC), the share of renewable energy generation must be increased by 2030. The number of new PV and wind power generators to be connected to the grid is expected to rise sharply. KEPCO is committed to preparing the necessary infrastructure to ensure the timely integration of renewable energy and managing grid stability against the intermittency of renewable energy generators.

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Task

  • 01 Timely Expansion of the Grid

    KEPCO is proactively building the grid by establishing plans considering the output by renewable energy generators, increasing the grid capacity for connection of renewable energy generators, developing new technologies and equipment, improving public acceptance of renewable projects, amending laws and reforming systems to shorten construction periods, and establishing a rational compensation system.

  • 02 Measures to Enhance Grid Stability

    KEPCO is advancing the digital systems for operation and monitoring of the grid systems by: implementing an integrated T&D-RE generator monitoring and control system; developing a real-time precision grid analysis system; and developing predictive diagnostic algorithms. KEPCO is implementing flexibility resources, such as the FR ESS, to maintain the grid reliability and ease curtailment; introducing measures to suppress curtailment; and coming up with the energy storage mix for stabilization of supply.

  • 03 Leading the Innovation of Power Supply Planning Paradigm

    KEPCO will establish the power supply plan considering the investment plans for power generation assets (such as the regional renewable energy outlooks) and transmission assets; and systematically prepare site plans for each year considering the grid reinforcement plan and the land availability.

Promoting Improvement of Energy Efficiency

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Goal

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), improving energy efficiency is the most effective and impactful method for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. KEPCO will focus on enhancing energy efficiency on the demand side to effectively manage rising electricity demand driven by electrification and implement carbon reduction measures in a cost-effective and efficient manner.

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Task

  • 01 Promoting Strategic Demand Reduction

    KEPCO will establish a rate plans that encourage reasonable consumption of electricity based on cost-reflective electricity pricing principles, expand demand reduction programs to improve energy consumption efficiency, and develop phased regulations and operational frameworks in preparation for the full implementation of the Energy Efficiency Resource Standard (EERS).

  • 02 Promotion of 'behind-the-meter' (BTM) Businesses

    KEPCO will drive growth of new BTM businesses by building the advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) and the big data platform; expanding the EV charging infrastructure; developing a charging market operator (CMO) platform to interlink the EV charging networks nationwide; and promoting integrated energy platforms and smart city projects.

  • 03 Establishing Effective Electrification Measures

    KEPCO will seek ways for the business that consume large amount of electricity to become more efficient; seek how it can support electrification; develop the technologies that wil couple different sectors, such as P2G and V2G; seek ways to improve the policies on promotion of sector-coupling technologies; and establish a platform for sector-coupling.

  • 04 Encouraging Peak-Shifting

    KEPCO will introduce and promote various rate plans that will promote efficient and rational use of electricity through the price signal, such as time-of-use and seasonal rate plans, peak rate plans, etc. Also, KEPCO will secure more flexible resources using the EV batteries and IoT technologies.

Leading Decarbonization in Power Generation

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Goal

To achieve decarbonization in the power generation sector in line with the 2050 net-zero target, a fundamental transformation of the fossil fuel-based power production system is essential. KEPCO will lead the transition by expanding renewable energy infrastructure and shifting to carbon-free power sources to decarbonize electricity production.

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Task

  • 01 Leading Renewable Energy Expansion

    KEPCO will accelerate large-scale offshore wind projects and high-tech solar power development to establish a foundation for renewable energy growth while creating new business opportunities. KEPCO will also lead infrastructure development and supply chain expansion to invigorate the renewable energy business ecosystem.

  • 02 Driving the Transition to Carbon-Free Gas Turbines

    To shift toward low-carbon power generation, KEPCO will develop and demonstrate hydrogen and ammonia power generation technologies, establish fuel supply networks to lead the creation of a hydrogen energy ecosystem, and promote technological development and commercialization across the entire clean hydrogen value chain, including production, storage, and utilization.

  • 03 Reducing Coal Use & Establishing an LNG Transition Framework

    In alignment with Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and the 2050 Carbon Neutrality Policy, KEPCO will ensure a smooth transition from retiring coal power plants to LNG-based generation to prevent them from becoming stranded assets. KEPCO will also develop compensation measures for sunk costs associated with coal phase-out.

  • 04 Rational Improvement of Market Systems

    With the increasing share of renewable energy, uncertainty in forecasting and real-time variability are growing. To address this, KEPCO will participate in designing real-time and ancillary service markets to properly value and compensate power generation and develop market stabilization measures to enhance the reliability of the energy market. KEPCO supports RE100 initiatives through various mechanisms, including the Green Premium Program and Third-Party Power Purchase Agreements (PPA).

Leading Distribution of Power Generation & Demand

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Goal

KEPCO will transition from a centralized power supply system that relies on large-scale power plants and long-distance transmission grids to a distributed system centered around small-scale renewable energy generators. This will ensure stable electricity supply while optimizing power grid expansion.

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Task

  • 01 Establishing Incentive Systems for Supply & Demand Decentralization

    KEPCO will implement grid usage fees for power producers and introduce differentiated regional electricity tariffs. KEPCO will also create incentives for distributed energy to balance regional power generation and consumption while developing rational policies to decentralize electricity demand, which is currently concentrated in areas like the Seoul metropolitan region. KEPCO will promote energy self-sufficiency by developing microgrid business models and diversifying business strategies.

  • 02 Distributed Energy Acceptance & Operation System

    KEPCO will enhance monitoring and control infrastructure for distributed energy, restructure governance to promote KEPCO-led distribution system operator (DSO) pilot projects, and develop non-wires alternative (NWA), such as KEPCO-led ESS and demand response (DR) technologies. These initiatives will help optimize grid investment costs and offer alternatives to traditional transmission line construction.

Leading Carbon-Neutral R&D

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Goal

KEPCO aims to secure core carbon-neutral technologies at an early stage by expanding R&D investments in renewable energy generation, hydrogen and ammonia-based power generation, and advanced power grid technologies.

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Task

  • 01 Development of Core Carbon-Neutral Technologies

    KEPCO is actively developing technologies to enhance both energy supply and demand efficiency, including DC grid technology to overcome technical limitations of AC power grids, xEMS-based energy management solutions for building efficiency improvements, and V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) control systems for EV battery charging and discharging. We are promoting the development of technologies for offshore wind farm design, grid integration, and comprehensive operation, as well as high-efficiency solar power generation and Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) to expand renewable energy. Additionally, we are advancing hydrogen-ammonia co-firing and direct combustion technologies, CCUS, and intelligent power grid technologies as part of our core R&D efforts for carbon neutrality.

  • 02 Innovation in R&D Processes

    KEPCO will enhance industry-academia-research collaboration to establish a robust technology development ecosystem and expand international joint research with leading global institutions such as the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI, USA) and the Fraunhofer Institute (Germany). Additionally, we will strengthen governance by partnering with subsidiaries and energy public enterprises to drive innovation and create new energy business opportunities.

Establishing a Framework for Implementation of Carbon-Neutrality Activities

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Goal

As Korea must achieve carbon neutrality relatively faster than other advanced nations, and accordingly, unprecedented efforts are required in terms of both speed and scale of investment. KEPCO will establish a fair cost-sharing plan for carbon neutrality based on societal consensus, collaborate with domestic and international stakeholders to identify optimal pathways, and optimize internal management systems to support carbon neutrality.

탄소중립 팝업 아이콘 Task

  • 01 Establishing a Sustainable Foundation for Carbon Neutrality

    KEPCO will find a way to fairly share the cost for implementation of carbon neutrality and try to form a common understanding among key stakeholders, including the government and the National Assembly.

  • 02 Strengthening Energy Security in the Power Industry

    By identifying security threats across the entire power industry value chain, KEPCO will establish a power security model and develop a comprehensive response system, including strategic planning for various crisis scenarios.By identifying security risks across the entire power industry value chain, KEPCO will establish a model for assurance of security and develop a comprehensive system of response to such risks, including development of strategic plans for various crisis scenarios.

  • 03 Development of Businesses Related to Carbon Neutrality

    KEPCO will reduce the demand for new power plant by engaging in the new energy and T&D businesses and strengthening its clean energy initiatives. We will also explore new business opportunities by developing green hydrogen and ammonia businesses overseas, developing models for joint business development, and identifying other new businesses. Furthermore, KEPCO plans to secure funds for investment in new growth sectors by selling coal-fired power assets overseas.

  • 04 Working with Domestic and International Partners

    KEPCO will work with global utility companies and support carbon neutrality efforts for companies across the entire power industry value chain. By fostering an ecosystem of energy innovation focusing on technological advancement, we will identify and nurture SMEs, ventures, and startups in the new energy industry sector, while establishing a virtuous cycle completed by sharing of achievements.

  • 05 Innovation of Software and Hardware

    We establish a decision-making system focused on carbon neutrality, develop experts in the new and growing businesses, develop a global evaluation and inspection framework for carbon neutrality and ESG, and build a platform for measurement and management of greenhouse gas discharged by the KEPCO Group companies, which aligns with global disclosure standards.

Key Achievements By optimizing construction and operation of the grid, KEPCO plays a critical role in achieving carbon neutrality.

Optimization of the grid plays a critical role in determining timeline and cost of achieving carbon neutrality. KEPCO is committed to building a flexible and stable transmission system in a timely manner.

  • 01 Completion of 72 Grid Construction Projects - 1.3 Times More Projects Year-on-Year

    In 2024, KEPCO successfully completed 72 transmission and substation construction projects, including the 345kV North Dangjin-Shintangjeong transmission line, Asia's largest ESS (978 MW) for grid stabilization, and Wando-East Jeju HVDC construction project. This 1.3-fold Year-on-Year increase in grid construction is expected to alleviate power generation constraints, enhance grid stability, and increase capacity for accommodation of renewable energy. Additionally, KEPCO is working to improve policies by achieving amendment of Electric Power Source Development Promotion Act and offering greater compensation and support to the local hosts. These efforts aim to increase public acceptance of transmission and substation projects and reduce construction timelines.

  • 02 Proactive Grid Reinforcement & Strengthening Grid Stability

    KEPCO is developing and using regional renewable energy forecasting models; advancing key technologies in renewable energy control systems; expanding the grid; and introducing large-scale facilities to support system stability. To counteract grid instability caused by the rise of inverter-based output from renewable energy generators and the decline of synchronous generators, KEPCO is preparing resources for grid stabilization, including the ESS in the mainland and those for the grid in Jeju Island. These measures help maintain grid reliability in the evolving energy landscape.

Key Achievements We contribute to electrification through the promotion of energy consumption efficiency and the development of new business platforms.

We normalized the electricity rate price signaling function and expanded demand reduction programs to encourage voluntary behavioral changes among consumers, while developing various BTM (Behind-The-Meter) solutions and platforms to contribute to consumption optimization.

  • 01 Establishment of a Rational Electricity Pricing System and Expansion of the EERS Program

    We are strengthening the price signaling function based on the cost-based pricing principle for electricity rates and working to establish a rational pricing structure through rate system improvements. Since 2022, we have carried out six rounds of electricity rate adjustments. Through the EERS (Energy Efficiency Resource Standards) pilot program, we reduced electricity usage by 2,497 GWh from 2018 to 2023. We distributed 4.47 million LED bulbs, 13,383 inverters, and 2,853 high-efficiency transformers, achieving 11–64% reduction in energy consumption per device. We also expanded the e-cashback program, collaborated with related organizations, and operated the national e-saving program, all of which encouraged behavioral changes among consumers.

  • 02 Expansion of New BTM Businesses and Development of New Business Platforms

    We are promoting nationwide EV charging businesses, corporate charging infrastructure projects, and infrastructure projects that consider residents and transportation-disadvantaged groups, with the goal of establishing 6,000 public fast chargers by 2030. We are also developing sector-coupling technologies such as P2G and V2G, with the goal of establishing a comprehensive sector-coupling platform. In addition, by building data-based urban energy planning platforms through projects such as the Seoul Integrated Energy Platform, the Siheung National Strategic Project, and the Sejong Smart City Project, we are fostering an ecosystem for new urban energy industries.

Key Achievements Decentralization of Power Generation and Demand

To balance power generation and demand across regions, we have strengthened decentralization signals by disclosing grid capacity information and offering incentives. We have expanded the development of distributed energy sources near demand centers, considering local characteristics and resident acceptance.

  • 01 Launch of Smart Green Industrial Complex Microgrid Projects

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    To support low-carbon transformation in industrial complexes, KEPCO is promoting the establishment and operation of energy self-sufficient infrastructure by building renewable power plants and integrated energy management systems within complexes in Gumi (Gyeongbuk), Yeosu (Jeonnam), and Seongseo Industrial Complex (Daegu). Since 2009, KEPCO has gained top-tier microgrid operation technology through various domestic and international demonstration projects, including the Energy Self-sufficient Islands (Gapado, Gasado, etc.) and campus microgrids. Through the implementation of a standard model for industrial complex microgrids, we aim to expand commercialization both domestically and internationally.

  • 02 Establishment of the Advanced Distrubution Mangement System (ADMS)

    KEPCO completed the development of the next-generation distribution network operation system, ADMS (Advanced Distribution Management System), using domestic technology through collaborative industry-academia-research efforts in 2020, and is now working toward its company-wide implementation. ADMS integrates advanced ICT technologies and is actively used for stable grid operation through various renewable energy management functions. These include identifying power quality status and fault locations using real-time grid analysis, estimating renewable energy generation, and reconfiguring the power system to resolve power quality instability.

Key Achievements Decarbonizing Power Generation through the Expansion of Renewable Energy and Hydrogen-Based Generation

KEPCO is leading the development of capital- and technology-intensive projects such as large-scale offshore wind farms and building-integrated photovoltaics. The company is also expanding the supply of clean energy by introducing hydrogen and ammonia power generation, and has advanced the adoption of market systems and power purchase agreement (PPA) mechanisms suited for future power mix structures.

  • 01 Development of Large-Scale Offshore Wind Power Projects

    To lay the groundwork for renewable energy businesses and secure new growth engines, KEPCO is developing large-scale offshore wind projects in a timely manner and is working to build the necessary infrastructure and expand the supply chain to revitalize the domestic offshore wind power ecosystem. Major initiatives include leading the development of the Jeju Hallim Offshore Wind Power Project (100 MW) and the Shinan (KSA-1) Offshore Wind Power Project in Jeonnam (1.5 GW).

  • 02 Promoting Hydrogen-Ammonia Co-Firing Power Generation and Clean Hydrogen Projects

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    In 2022, KEPCO established a Hydrogen-Ammonia Co-Firing Test Center to study optimal combustion strategies for hydrogen and ammonia. The company is expanding global collaboration in the renewable energy and hydrogen-ammonia sectors by signing MOUs for technological cooperation with leading firms such as GE Vernova, Inc. (in the hydrogen, ammonia, and CCUS fields), and conducting carbon-neutral R&D partnerships with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) of the United States, including research in hydrogen and ammonia. KEPCO is spearheading the development of technology, infrastructure, and business across the entire hydrogen value chain by establishing a hydrogen-ammonia ecosystem and a roadmap for power generation technologies, in cooperation with its affiliates.

Key Achievements Leading Carbon Neutral Core Technology Development Based on Collaboration

We are innovating our R&D processes by linking them with a master R&D plan, expanding open R&D models, and strengthening domestic and international cooperation to develop key technologies.

  • 01 Development and Commercialization of SF6 Decomposition and Neutralization System for Clean Power Generation

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    SF6 (sulfur hexafluoride), widely used as an insulating material in transformers and switchgear due to its excellent insulation performance, is a major greenhouse gas with a global warming potential 23,900 times that of CO2. KEPCO is both replacing SF6 with eco-friendly gases and has developed and commercialized two technologies for the eco-friendly treatment of SF6 used in existing power equipment: high-concentration SF6 decomposition and neutralization technology and H2-based SF6 decomposition and neutralization technology. Through the registration of greenhouse gas reduction methodologies, these technologies provide practical reduction measures within the power industry and establish a foundation for the development of external businesses.

  • 02 Advancing Four Core Technologies to Lead Carbon Neutrality through Expanded Industry-Academia-Research Cooperation

    Energy Efficiency

    Supply efficiency (e.g., distribution systems like HVDC transmission) and consumption efficiency (e.g., EMS, EV, V2G, etc.)

    Renewable Energy Expansion

    Offshore wind (design of GW-scale clusters), solar energy (aiming for 35% conversion efficiency by 2035), etc.

    Fuel Conversion

    Hydrogen/ammonia power generation (co-firing and full-firing gas turbine technologies), and CCUS (carbon capture technology for 100 MW-scale applications)

    Smart Power Grid Construction

    Increased integration of renewable energy (95% forecast accuracy) and deployment of large-scale ESS
Key Achievements Establishing a Sustainable Foundation for Carbon Neutrality Implementation

We are building a rational cost-sharing system for carbon neutrality expenses and promoting eco-friendly, low-carbon participation throughout the entire power industry value chain. We also continue to expand global cooperation to lay a sustainable foundation for achieving carbon neutrality.

  • 01 KEPCO Wins IJ Global ESG Best Practice Project Award for UAE Submarine Transmission Project

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    The UAE HVDC submarine transmission network project was selected as the ESG Best Practice Project of the Year in the Energy Sector for the Middle East and North Africa region, earning KEPCO the “IJ Global 2023 ESG Award.” This project involves directly supplying clean energy produced at the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant and other facilities in the UAE to offshore industrial sites via an HVDC submarine transmission network.By replacing aging offshore thermal power facilities, this environmentally friendly initiative contributes to the UAE's carbon reduction goals. The project has become a globally recognized example of implementing low-carbon, eco-friendly ESG management through overseas projects.

  • 02 Selected as an Outstanding Company in CDP Climate Change Response and Dow Jones Sustainability Index

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    Selected as an “Outstanding Company in Climate Change Response” by CDP in 2023KEPCO was awarded the “Carbon Management Sector Honors” in the climate change category at the 2023 CDP Korea Awards, hosted by the CDP Korea Committee. KEPCO received top-tier evaluations for transparency in disclosing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, its reduction targets and strategies, risk management processes, and governance. These efforts earned the company a “Leadership (A-)” rating, the highest assessment tier, recognizing its commitment to carbon management.

    Selected for the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) Asia Pacific for 11 Consecutive YearsKEPCO was selected as an Asia-Pacific Outstanding Company in 2024 for the 11th consecutive year. This recognition reflects KEPCO's excellence not only in financial performance among the world's top 2,500 companies by market capitalization but also in environmental, social, and overall sustainability management evaluations.

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