2025 SUSTAINABILITY FORUM

KEY (Korea Europe & You) is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the 2025 Sustainability Forum on April 17 at the FKI Conference Tower in Yeouido, Seoul.

Co-organized by KEY, the Federation of Korean Industries (FKI), and Korea University’s Jean Monnet EU Centre of Excellence, and sponsored by Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank and Dassault Systèmes Korea, the forum explored “Sustainability and Global Disruption: Finance and Industry Responses” through dynamic roundtable discussions.

Opening Remarks: Philippe Li (President, KEY), Gérald Massenet (Senior Country Officer, Crédit Agricole CIB South Korea), and Jung Woonsung (CEO, Dassault Systèmes Korea) delivered inspiring welcome remarks, emphasizing Korea-EU cooperation and the forum’s role in encouraging sustainability discussions.
Key Highlights:
- Keynote: Unlocking ESG Compliance Through Technology
  Hyun Kim from Dassault Systèmes Korea shared insights on tech-driven ESG strategies, showcasing digital transformation and virtual simulation for effective integration.
- Roundtable 1: Navigating the Energy Transition
  Moderated by Philippe Li (President, KEY), this session featured experts like Jinki Ham (Glassdome Korea), Hyun Kim (Dassault Systèmes Korea), Hervé Peneau (Veolia), Morten Andersen (COWI), and Jae-seung Lee (Korea University). Panelists explored carbon neutrality strategies amid geopolitical shifts, AI’s role in sustainable energy, and real-world case studies.
- Keynote: Pioneering Sustainable Finance
  Antoine Rose (Crédit Agricole CIB) presented innovative strategies for financing a sustainable future, highlighting actionable approaches.
- Roundtable 2: Mobilizing Capital for Sustainability
  Moderated by Sam Shin (Crédit Agricole CIB), this discussion included Jeong Yoo Kim (POSCO International), Dohyun Park (Equinor), Antoine Rose (Crédit Agricole CIB), Hyukjae (Jay) Shin (NH-Amundi), and Joo Hung Lee (Export-Import Bank of Korea). The panel tackled fundraising challenges, financial solutions, and collaboration for Korea’s energy transition.

With over 100 attendees—including industry leaders, ESG experts, government officials, and professionals from Korea and Europe—the forum sparked rich dialogue on energy transition and global disruption. It was a rich platform combining practical experiences with prospective visions.

The forum concluded with a lively networking session over a lunch reception, sparking new connections and potential collaborations.

Heartfelt thanks to all speakers, attendees, and sponsors for their contributions! Special gratitude to former Minister Youngsun Park (Co-Director, Mentoring Center at Sogang University) for her inspiring closing remarks, urging continued Korea-EU cooperation for a sustainable future.