South Korea’s Power Grid Expansion Faces Public Resistance over ‘Electromagnetic Waves’

Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) is facing public resistance to the expansion of a power substation in Hanam City, South Korea. The expansion, aimed at supplying additional power to the Seoul metropolitan area, has been met with concerns about potential health risks associated with electromagnetic waves. KEPCO argues that these fears are unfounded and driven by misinformation, highlighting the importance of the project for national competitiveness. However, the city council has rejected the project, citing residents’ concerns. The delay has already incurred billions of dollars in losses for KEPCO, and further delays threaten to disrupt the company’s future projects. KEPCO plans to appeal the decision and is considering legal action to push through the project, which is crucial for meeting the region’s growing energy demand.