Manya Rathore
Research expert covering India
Water industry in South Korea - statistics & facts
The water industry in South Korea faces unique problems specific to the country's climate, combined with the consequences of climate change. The peninsula is often vulnerable to floods and landslides during "jangma", when heavy monsoons arrive in the summer. In Korea, there are well-established dams and wastewater plants to prevent floods, reserve water, and process waste. However, civilian casualties, damage to infrastructure, and impact on agriculture have become more concerning as climate change has exacerbated the intensity of floods as well as droughts. Whether the country is prepared to face such growing challenges will depend on the continued development of the country's water industry.
