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Kwangju Bank Pledges 10 Million Won for Endangered Reeves' Turtle Conservation
Finance · Regional Banks · yonhap_finance · 2026-08-25
Kwangju Bank has donated 10 million won to support the restoration and habitat protection of the endangered Reeves' turtle in Wolchulsan National Park.
What Happened
Environmental Conservation: Kwangju Bank partnered with the Korea National Park Service to launch a restoration project for the Reeves' turtle, an endangered species, at Wolchulsan National Park. The bank provided a donation of 10 million won to support habitat protection and population recovery efforts.
ESG Commitment: This initiative is part of the bank's broader ESG strategy aimed at fostering sustainable social development. The bank emphasized its commitment to ongoing social contribution activities that prioritize environmental preservation and ecological health.
Employee Engagement: Following the donation ceremony, approximately 30 Kwangju Bank employees and student ambassadors participated in volunteer work to protect the turtle's natural habitat. The team engaged in hands-on activities to maintain the ecological integrity of the national park.
Species Protection: The Reeves' turtle, a native freshwater species in Korea, is currently classified as a Class II endangered species due to habitat loss and the influx of invasive species. This support aims to mitigate these threats and promote biodiversity within the region.