14.5.4 maintaining local ecosystem collaborations to maintain shared ecosystems

[Marine Debris Cleanup Activities]
 
Chonnam National University, Yeosu Campus, collaborated with the city of Yeosu, local economic organizations, and industrial companies to conduct marine debris and plastic waste cleanup activities. This event, held in July, involved not only Chonnam National University students but also over 120 participants from various organizations, including Yeosu-related groups, businesses, and industrial workers. Through this initiative, students became more aware of the importance of environmental protection by actively participating in environmental conservation campaigns alongside the local community. It also aimed to maintain a clean environment in the Yeosu National Industrial Complex and increase employment opportunities for students through volunteer activities.
 
※ Evidence: https://today.jnu.ac.kr/WebApp/web/HOM/COM/Board/board.aspx?boardID=174&bbsMode=view&page=37&key=2742
 
[‘World Oceans Day’ Cleanup Activity]
 
Chonnam National University, Yeosu Campus, conducted a beach cleanup activity at the Nammyeon Hwanggan Coastal Area and the Jungheung Port near the Yeosu National Industrial Complex to commemorate World Oceans Day. This event was jointly organized by Chonnam National University, Yeosu City, and the Yeosu National Industrial Complex Development Council. World Oceans Day is an internationally significant day established in 1996 to emphasize the importance of the ocean and raise awareness among the public. Through this event, participants aimed to enhance awareness of marine environmental protection, particularly regarding marine debris and microplastic pollution, while contributing to the preservation of a clean marine environment.

※ Evidence:
https://today.jnu.ac.kr/WebApp/web/HOM/COM/Board/board.aspx?boardID=174&bbsMode=view&page=59&key=2506

 
[Mutual Exchange and Cooperation Agreement between Chonnam National University Aquaculture Research Institute, Chonnam National University College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences, and the Korea Fisheries Association]
 
The Chonnam National University Aquaculture Research Institute, Chonnam National University College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences, and the Korea Fisheries Association have entered into an agreement for close exchange and cooperation.
 
They promised mutual cooperation for the exchange of information and the diffusion of knowledge to enhance the competitiveness of the fisheries industry, and for mutual cooperation regarding fisheries-related equipment, facilities, and space.