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Revision as of 13:30, 12 March 2023
Korean eco-friendly practices are not only prevalent in urban areas but also in rural areas in Korea. It is essential to take care of the environment so that it can continue to provide resources needed by all living things. This lesson will teach you about Korean eco-friendly practices, such as recycling, green transportation, and organic farming.
The Three R's
In Korea, they are practicing the Three R's to help reduce waste management problems. The Three R's are Reduce, Re-use, and Recycle. The Korean government is doing its best to promote eco-friendly practices by providing facilities for waste management and encouraging the use of biodegradable products.
Here are some Korean words related to waste management:
| Korean | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| 쓰레기 | sseuregi | garbage |
| 폐기물 | pyegimul | waste |
| 분리수거 | bullisugeo | separate collection |
| 재활용 | jaehwal-yong | recycling |
Here are some eco-friendly practices that Koreans do:
- They practice separating their trash to recycle. There are specific trash bags designated for biodegradable waste, recyclable waste, and non-recyclable waste.
- Instead of using plastic bags, they use reusable bags when shopping.
- They avoid wasting food by taking only the amount of food that they can eat.
- They reuse stuff by creating something new from old or used products.
Green Transportation
Koreans are also promoting eco-friendly transportation. They are enforcing laws to regulate the emissions of vehicles and encouraging the use of public transportation. Some of the eco-friendly transportation modes available in Korea include:
- Electric vehicles: These are cars that run on electric motors instead of gasoline or diesel engines. In Korea, you can see lots of electric vehicles on the road, especially in cities.
- Bikes: Many cities have bike paths or designated bike lanes to promote biking as a mode of transportation.
- Public transportation: This includes buses and subways, which are widely used by Koreans.
- Carpooling: This is when several people share one car during their daily commute.
Here are some Korean words related to transportation:
| Korean | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| 지하철 | jihacheol | subway |
| 버스 | beoseu | bus |
| 택시 | taeksi | taxi |
| 전기차 | jeongicha | electric car |
Organic Farming
Organic farming has been popular in Korea for many years. Organic farming means using natural fertilizers instead of chemical-based fertilizers and protecting plants naturally instead of using synthetic chemicals. Many Koreans buy organic products because they believe it is healthier and safer. Organic farms in Korea provide tours or workshops to visitors to experience organic farming.
Here are some Korean words related to organic farming:
| Korean | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| 유기농 | yuginong | organic farming |
| 비료 | bilyo | fertilizer |
| 해충 | haechung | pest |
| 씨앗 | ssiaet | seed |
Sources
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