Ansan is drawing attention with a citizen participation campaign aimed at reducing single-use plastics and promoting carbon neutrality.
According to the Ansan Environmental Foundation, the carbon-neutral citizen leaders known as 'Eco-Mentor 1st Group' participated in the '2026 Ansan Citizen Environmental Festival' held on September 5 at Ansan Culture Square, where they conducted a campaign to promote the use of tumblers.
This event was organized to share the value of the environment with citizens in celebration of World Environment Day.
The Eco-Mentor 1st Group informed attendees about practical ways to use tumblers instead of disposable cups and explained the significance and necessity of carbon neutrality.
They also guided citizens on how to participate in the 'Net Zero 30 Pledge' and introduced eco-friendly activities that can be practiced in daily life.
In particular, they tailored their programs to families and children visiting the event over the weekend, making it easy to understand the importance of using tumblers.
They conveyed that small changes in daily habits can contribute to climate change mitigation and the practice of carbon neutrality.
Citizens attending the event showed interest in environmental practices, including the use of tumblers.
One attendee remarked, “I usually think about the environment, but I found it difficult to implement. I’m glad to learn about simple ways to start, like using a tumbler.”
Shin Jin-ok, head of the Carbon Neutral Support Center, expressed gratitude for the enthusiasm of the Eco-Mentors who are leading the way for carbon neutrality in Ansan.
She added, “I hope this campaign encourages more citizens to adopt eco-friendly habits like using tumblers in their daily lives, and we will continue to actively support Eco-Mentor activities.”
Participating Eco-Mentor Son Chun-soo stated, “I felt a great sense of accomplishment seeing many citizens join in using tumblers at the Environmental Festival this weekend. I will do my best to ensure that the culture of carbon neutrality takes root in everyday life in Ansan.”
The foundation plans to continue citizen participation in carbon neutrality activities throughout Ansan with the Eco-Mentor groups, starting this September.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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