Daegu Technopark (Director Kim Han-sik) achieved the highest rating (Level 3) in the "ESG Management Level Diagnosis" conducted by the Korea SMEs and Startups Certification Institute. This achievement officially validates the institution's ESG management system as being of the highest standard.
The evaluation was conducted through an on-site evaluation by experts from the Korea SMEs and Startups Certification Institute, and resulted in high scores across four categories: Information Disclosure (P), Environment (E), Society (S), and Governance (G). Daegu Technopark achieved a total score of 855 points (85.5%), achieving the highest rating.
In the areas of information disclosure and governance, the company achieved scores of 90.9% and 96.8%, respectively, demonstrating a transparent and responsible management system. Maintaining a 93% ratio of outside directors, implementing a code of ethics, and establishing an internal audit system also earned high marks.
In the Environment (E) category, the company scored 265 out of 360 points, demonstrating progress in solar power generation facilities and energy conservation efforts. However, establishing an environmental impact assessment system and strengthening waste reduction efforts were identified as areas for future improvement.
The Social (S) sector received 390 points out of 430, demonstrating a high level of socially responsible management. The evaluation reflected the company's efforts to maintain a 0% industrial accident rate, disclose its human rights charter and human rights management guidelines, expand community service activities, and increase investment in employee training and capacity development.
Daegu Technopark has been promoting the development of five major regional future industries (UAM, semiconductors, robotics, healthcare, and ABB) and strengthening its ESG management foundation. By achieving this highest rating, it has solidified its foundation for sustainable management.
President Kim Han-sik said, “Achieving this highest ESG rating is a result of the hard work of all employees. We will continue to pursue systematic ESG management across all sectors to enhance the future competitiveness of the Daegu economy.”
Jin-yeop Eom, president of the Korea SMEs and Startups Agency, said, “The results of Daegu Techno Park’s ESG management level diagnosis evaluation are expected to increase customer satisfaction and trust.”
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