ABSTRACT
This chapter explores the development and current status of environmental policies in South Korea. It examines the current environmental conditions and quality trends over the years. The chapter looks at the historical development of environmental policy and administration in South Korea. It also examines key environmental policies and projects, and discusses tasks and challenges. The chapter reviews the history of environmental policy development and features of the current environmental policy, and explores the environmental conditions of South Korea. Major environmental policies in each area can be summarized in terms of main policy framework, current policy focus, and key facts and trends. The chapter explores the current environmental conditions, the history of environmental policy, and major environmental policies and measures in South Korea. It also reviews and discusses the changes in Korean environmental policy and administration.
