Jooho Whang

CEO | KHNP Gyeongju, South Korea
Jooho Whang

Biography

Joo-ho Whang, the CEO of Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power(KHNP). He holds master's and doctoral degrees in Nuclear Engineering from Georgia Tech. Since 1991, he has been a professor at Kyung Hee University. He has served in various roles, including as President of the Korean Nuclear Society, contributing significantly to Korea's nuclear industry.

Sessions

11:20h
High-Level Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Eco-Urbanism: Responding to a Changing Climate

Femi Oke
Femi Oke Moderate the Panel Co-Founder Master of Ceremonies
Lauren Sorkin
Lauren Sorkin Resilience Cities Network Executive Director Moderator/Presenter
Keiko Kuroda
Keiko Kuroda City of Kobe Vice Mayor Speaker
Lex Delles
Lex Delles Government of Luxembourg Minister of the Economy, SME, Energy and Tourism Speaker
Jayesh Maganlal
Jayesh Maganlal ROSHN Speaker
Jooho Whang
Jooho Whang KHNP CEO Speaker

#Built Environment, #Decarbonisation, #Green Cities, #Public Space

06-11-2024 11:20 06-11-2024 12:05 Europe/Madrid Eco-Urbanism: Responding to a Changing Climate

Cities are increasingly experiencing the direct and indirect consequences of the climate emergency. Simultaneously, they are hubs of innovation that can enhance their resilience and foster healthier, more sustainable environments through sustainable urban planning strategies. By integrating green spaces, eco-friendly infrastructure, and renewable energy, cities are reducing carbon footprints and promoting biodiversity. How can they further leverage these strategies to combat climate change?

Hall 3 | Congress: Auditorium
Wed 6 11:20h - 12:05h Hall 3 | Congress: Auditorium Full Congress Pass
12:25h
Keynote Session | SMART CITY EXPO

Energy Innovation Solution for the Future of Humanity: Smart Net-zero City

Femi Oke
Femi Oke Moderate the Panel Co-Founder Master of Ceremonies
Jooho Whang
Jooho Whang KHNP CEO Speaker

#Clean Energy, #Green Cities, #Renewables

06-11-2024 12:25 06-11-2024 12:45 Europe/Madrid Energy Innovation Solution for the Future of Humanity: Smart Net-zero City

‘SMR Smart Net Zero City’ is a city that achieves sustainable development and carbon neutrality by utilizing SMR (Small Modular Reactors) and renewable energy. SMRs and renewable energy supply systems can provide all the energy required by a city, including electricity, heat, and hydrogen, at an economical price. This system not only contributes to economic growth and job creation but also helps the city achieve carbon neutrality.

Hall 3 | Congress: Auditorium
Wed 6 12:25h - 12:45h Hall 3 | Congress: Auditorium Full Congress Pass
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