Samsung launches global water conservation initiatives for Earth

March 22 is World Water Day, a day established by the United Nations to highlight the importance of water. In celebration, Samsung Electronics conducted various water conservation activities at 26 locations worldwide. Around 36,200 people participated, including employees and community members. This year, Samsung focused on water reuse and replenishment projects. They upgraded water facilities in drought-affected areas and supported clean drinking water efforts. Employees engaged in stream clean-ups and water conservation campaigns across different countries. Samsung's initiatives included river cleanup events in locations like Korea, Vietnam, and the United States. Employees visited local streams as part of their ecological preservation efforts. They also monitored water quality and conducted surveys with local governments and NGOs. The company aims to achieve 100% water replenishment by 2030. This means returning as much water to communities as they use in production. They are working on projects in several countries, including Mexico and India, to support this goal. Samsung has partnered with various organizations to enhance water management. They are developing agricultural water reuse systems in Korea to help recycle water for farming. Recently, they completed 23 replenishment projects, returning 1.35 million tonnes of water annually to local communities. Samsung's Hwaseong facility earned Platinum certification from the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) in 2023 for its water management practices. The company aims to increase the number of AWS-certified sites globally and promote sustainable water management among employees and stakeholders. Overall, Samsung Electronics is committed to ensuring clean water availability and promoting responsible water use, recognizing the resource's critical role in sustainability.