South Korea and Canada: A Strategic Partnership for Energy Security and Clean Energy Transition

As South Korea has a high reliance on energy imports and is vulnerable to supply-chain risks, Canada possesses abundant clean energy resources, making cooperation between the two nations mutually beneficial. Against this backdrop, the 2023 Korea-Canada Summit saw the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on energy security and clean energy cooperation, which subsequently led to the establishment of the KCCSES.

Expanded Strategic Cooperation

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on energy security and clean energy cooperation was signed at the 2023 Summit.

Hydrogen Economy Cooperation

This combines Canada's abundant clean hydrogen production potential with South Korea's utilisation technologies.

Renewable Energy Development

Joint research and technology development are being undertaken in renewable energy fields such as solar and wind power.

The two countries are currently strengthening cooperation in the hydrogen economy, renewable energy and carbon-neutral technologies, with the KCCSES playing a pivotal role in this collaboration. We will continue to strive towards achieving the dual goals of energy security and climate change response.

KCCSES: A New Chapter in Korea-Canada Collaboration for Sustainable Energy Security

Established within Hanyang University, the Korea-Canada Centre for Sustainable Energy Security (KCCSES) is positioning itself as a research and education hub promoting collaboration between Korea and Canada in the fields of energy security and eco-friendly energy transition.

It aims to jointly address the global challenges of climate change response and ensure energy supply stability, cultivating the next generation of energy experts and developing innovative technologies. Combining the strengths of both nations, it is evolving into a research center leading the way towards a sustainable energy future.

Innovative Research

Developing practical solutions through cutting-edge research in eco-friendly energy technology.

Expert Cultivation

Operating programs to cultivate the next generation of energy experts with an international perspective.

International Collaboration

Promoting active exchange and collaboration between the Korean and Canadian governments, academia, and industry.