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Olga Speranskaya, Russia
Champions of the Earth Laureate, 2011 - Science and Innovation
“I believe that chemical contamination of the environment and humans is the greatest threat we are facing now. However, by promoting environmentally sound elimination of hazardous waste, switching to environmentally friendly technologies, and finding safe alternatives to toxic chemicals, we will make a real change in achieving sustainable development.”
LG Electronics, Inc. is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances. With global sales reaching 55.8 trillion Korean Won (USD 48.2 billion) in 2010, LG’s stylish designs, smart technologies and reliable products are an investment in the future.
As a leading corporate citizen, under the slogan “Hope for Life’s Good,” LG has been playing an active role in global efforts to provide sustainable solutions and help achieve the UN Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). By engaging with diverse stakeholders such as governments, academic institutions, NGOs and its employees, LG is helping to create and share common values based on creativity, sustainability and more fulfilling lives.
LG believes that we have an obligation to our customers and the next generation to reduce our impact on the environment. Since 1994, LG has been practicing environmental management and reducing its environmental impact throughout the whole business life-cycle. LG is also accelerating its new environment and energy businesses such as photovoltaic, LED lighting, Solar Panel, and water treatment businesses based on our long term experience in R&D and green technology.
Being a strategic partner of the UNEP’s Champions of the Earth awards since 2010, we have a heartfelt vision of becoming a corporate leader in environmental issues and inspire next generation. Along with Champions of the Earth, we want to help foster greater environmental activism and concrete action toward global green growth.
LG Electronics is always looking ahead, continually challenging its employees to come up with newer, more exciting solutions to enrich lives and ultimately provide a better environment for the next generation.
That’s why with LG, Life’s Good!
LGE Chief Relations Officer, Kim Young-kee
Speech at 2011 Champions of the Earth Award ceremony
“LGE’s Green management efforts begin with endless innovation. Our continual ‘Green Innovation’ will encourage progressive values for customers, and enrich their lives through the creation of a healthier and cleaner environment.”
Bon-Joon Koo, Vice Chairman & CEO of LG Electronics
Leadership Perspective Speech during Business for the Environmental Global Summit on 22 April, 2010
Read more about LG’s sustainable development initiatives across the world.
