Abstract:
Water scarcity is an increasingly serious challenge worldwide due to climate change, population growth, and water distribution imbalances. This study examines and compares the water management systems of South Korea and Canada, focusing on natural environmental factors, socio-political drivers, and scientific and technological research. Both countries face water scarcity situations in different geographical and institutional settings, and are attempting various solutions to mitigate this risk. This study broadly explores drought response policies, application of cutting-edge technologies, and field cases in both countries. This analysis emphasizes the importance of integrated planning, technological diversity, participatory governance, and horizontal decision-making systems. Furthermore, it aims to derive policy recommendations that can help policymakers develop sustainable water management strategies.
About the Speaker:
Seoungjo Yang serves as the Deputy Director of the Biodiversity Division, Ministry of Environment, Republic of Korea. He has served in various capacities in this ministry since 2007. He is responsible for maintaining the health of aquatic ecosystems, through regionally distributed water environment measures. His current work seeks a comprehensive plan for addressing water shortages in South Korea. Seoungjo holds a B.Sc. in environmental engineering from Inha University in South Korea.