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Korea University’s Global Energy Technology Policy Professionals Program (KU-GETPPP) visited the National Institute of Green Technology (NIGT) in Yeouido, Seoul, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The field trip provided an opportunity to learn about the institute’s role in supporting green and climate technology policies and promoting international cooperation.

The delegation included Professor Kyung Nam Kim, eight students—four Korean students and four GETPPP participants—and two Korean mentors.

Following opening remarks and participant introductions, Jongseok Shin, Director of the Center for Global Strategies at NIGT, introduced the institute’s mission, key functions, and major international cooperation activities. The presentation highlighted NIGT’s work in climate technology policy research, national R&D strategy development, and international technology transfer.

Participants learned how NIGT supports climate technology policymaking through technology information, statistics, and international R&D cooperation strategy maps. The presentation illustrated how these resources help identify priority technologies and partner countries, providing a foundation for research planning and cooperation.

International project examples, including Cambodia’s e-mobility ecosystem and national green hydrogen roadmap, offered insights into how climate technologies can be adapted to the needs of developing countries. Participants explored how cooperation progresses from identifying local needs and establishing policy frameworks to technology demonstration, capacity building, and the development of follow-up projects. These cases highlighted the importance of connecting technical solutions with institutional support and financing opportunities to facilitate implementation.

The presentation was followed by a Q&A session, during which participants shared their areas of interest and potential cooperation needs. The exchange provided an opportunity to relate NIGT’s experiences to the energy and climate challenges facing participants’ home countries and to consider potential areas for future collaboration.

The visit concluded with a group photograph. Through the visit, participants gained a deeper understanding of how policy research and international technology cooperation can support the practical implementation of climate solutions and the transition toward carbon neutrality.