[2026-02-08]South Korea Accelerates Water Intake Facility Upgrades for Drought and Algae Resilience
South Korea is upgrading water intake and pumping stations to secure stable water supply amid climate risks.
Key changes include direct funding, expert management, and frequent inspections for faster implementation.
As of February 2026, 4 facilities are complete and 66 are under improvement, with 470 billion KRW allocated.