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A “polluters pay” policy helps Seoul reduce household waste going to the landfill by 90% and waste generated by the city by 40%.
In Seoul, 90% of landfill-bound wastes were instead used to produce energy enough to heat 518,000 households.
Increased availability of data and computing power have made it possible to set parameters beforehand that will trigger insurance coverage for a variety of risks.
A Singapore study shows career breaks to care for family hold back not only a woman’s rise in the corporate ladder but also affect her retirement savings.
Gaps in response funding immediately after disaster can now be addressed through a new form of insurance.
Maneuvering through the web of stakeholder interests, the Republic of Korea institutionalized a service-oriented bus transportation system in Seoul and its satellite cities in surrounding provinces.
The Korean government has employed comprehensive policy measures to manage household debt risks.
Jobs, education and skills development are needed to help elderly people lead a more stable life and contribute to the economy.
Personal credit information could be an important determining factor in insurance underwriting and the calculation of premiums.
From small villages to Silicon Valley, modern technology is giving rise to new leaders and entrepreneurs, as well as innovative companies.