에너지환경부 아니고 기후부 [뉴스룸에서]

On the fourth day of the Climate, Energy, and Environment Ministry's autumn work reporting, President Yoon Suk-yeol referred to the ministry as "Climate." This change from the previous "Energy and Environment" name is notable, especially in a government with long-standing departmental titles. The name change follows the "Government Organization Abbreviation Rules" that allow for such abbreviations.

The president asked the National Park Service, a Climate department agency, whether they had properly dealt with illegal facilities, drawing on his own experience as the governor of Gyeonggi province in dealing with illegal traders along riverbanks. This action, rooted in his past as governor, aims to prevent illegal facilities from disrupting citizens' recreational activities.

However, the National Park Service's primary focus is on preserving ecosystems, not just offering recreational opportunities. The 30×30 goal, which aims to protect 30% of the world's land and ocean by 2030, is another area where the Climate department is prioritizing. President Yoon has also instructed Climate Secretary Kim Seong-hwan to avoid accelerating the transition to a carbon-free economy at the expense of industrial development.

The president's focus on speed, as seen in the recent mega-project joint inspection meeting, has led to a reduction in environmental impact assessments for large-scale projects. Despite concerns about the impact on sustainable development, the government plans to reduce the review period for these assessments. The transition from the traditional Environment Ministry to the Climate, Energy, and Environment Ministry appears to be reflected in the president's change in terminology for the Climate department, emphasizing his broader interest in climate, ecology, and environmental issues.