| Tae-guek, representing the fundamentals of the universe, is the symbol of Korea. The trees and the bird symbolize life, the basic elements of nature. The surroundings are water, soil, and air. Green color expresses luxuriant nature, and blue, clearness and cleanness.
This is the certification system for environment-friendly products. The government or an authorized organization is to give certification to products of proved environmental compatibility. They are to distinguish themselves from other products serving the same purpose by reducing pollution, or by saving raw material and energy during the whole processes from the cradle to the grave.
Since first introduced in Germany in 1977, it has been successfully operated in more than 30 nations including Japan, Canada, and EU. The Environmental Labelling Program of Korea was launched in 1992.
By encouraging companies and customers to engage in environment-friendly production and consumption, it aims to achieve sustainable development and consumption. For customers, it will provide accurate information on the environmental impacts imposed by products to inspire participation in environmental protection activities. For companies, it will encourage the development of environment-friendly products and technologies which customers are looking for.
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