Gyeonggi-do Showcases Climate Technology on the World Stage

In a bid to champion innovative solutions for a enduring future, Gyeonggi-do recently hosted the 2025 Gyeonggi-do Climate Tech Exhibition. The event served as a platform for domestic climate technology companies to present their advancements to a global audience, fostering opportunities for international expansion and collaboration.

A Global Gathering of Climate Leaders and Innovators

This inaugural climate tech-focused event, organized by Gyeonggi-do, coincided with the World Local Government Climate General Assembly. The synergy attracted over 4,200 participants, including representatives from governments, international organizations, and climate tech firms hailing from 82 cities across 29 countries, including major players like the United States, Australia, and India. This diverse attendance underscores the growing global commitment to addressing climate change through technological innovation.

The global green technology and sustainability market is projected to reach $51.07 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $114.71 billion by 2029.

exhibition Highlights: Showcasing Cutting-Edge Climate Solutions

Held at KINTEX in Goyang, the exhibition featured 75 climate tech companies presenting their latest technologies and products. The event incorporated seven key support programs designed to facilitate growth and market entry:

• Global Curation Tour
• Global star Venture Challenge
• Startup 815 Company Briefing (IR)
• Live Booth Interview
• Public Procurement Market Entry Consulting

Fostering Collaboration and Investment

The Global Curation Tour provided a unique chance for 50 key delegates from the World Local Government Climate General Meeting to explore the exhibition and assess the technologies of 32 select domestic companies, leading to valuable buisness consultations. Moreover, the Global Star Venture Challenge recognized five outstanding companies for their innovative contributions:

• Lowayne: Robot Vertical Farm System
• Energy Sign Corporation: Regeneration Developer Lung Power Control
• Deep Plant: AI-based meat-based deep equipment

These promising ventures also benefited from insights shared by established companies recognized with CES Innovation Awards and Edison Awards, fostering a collaborative ecosystem.

Startup Pitching and Investment Opportunities

The Startup 815 IR session featured presentations from 10 pre-selected startups, resulting in 20 follow-up investment meetings. This initiative highlights the growing interest in early-stage climate tech ventures and the potential for significant returns on investment.

Spotlight on High-Demand Sectors

Notably, companies specializing in eco-friendly energy and waste resource utilization garnered significant attention from both domestic and international investors (AC/VC). These sectors are experiencing heightened global demand as nations strive to meet ambitious sustainability targets and transition to circular economies.

Policy Discussions and Strategic Insights

A dedicated Climate Tech Seminar facilitated discussions on critical policies and investment strategies,including environmental,social,and governance (ESG) trends,public finance and climate tech investment cooperation,and global carbon regulations. These discussions are crucial for shaping the future of climate tech investment and ensuring alignment with global sustainability goals.

Boosting Competitiveness and Market Entry

The event also included a formal designation ceremony for 33 climate tech startups and 10 promising climate tech companies identified by Gyeonggi-do.This recognition aims to bolster their technical competitiveness and encourage market entry, contributing to a vibrant and innovative climate tech landscape.

Looking Ahead: A Climate Tech Conference in September

Cha Sung-soo, director of the Climate Surroundings Energy, emphasized the exhibition’s role in propelling climate tech companies onto the global stage. Building on this momentum, Gyeonggi-do plans to host a climate tech conference in September, focusing on global investment, technology advancements, and policy directions.

We hope that this exhibition will have an opportunity for climate tech companies to leap to the global market.
Cha Sung-soo, director of the Climate Environment Energy