Jeong Hak-geun inaugurated as President of Korea Institute of Energy Research

Jeong Hak-geun has been inaugurated as the 20th President of the Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER). His three-year term is set to run from September 22, 2026, to September 21, 2029.

In his inaugural address, President Jeong emphasized the need to overcome global energy hegemony competition and meet national greenhouse gas reduction targets. He proposed a strategic shift from pursuit-oriented research to technology-leading R&D, a concept he termed “Net Zero to Great One.”

His core strategies include establishing a collaborative organizational culture, building a dynamic organizational structure, supporting creative and challenging research, and accelerating market entry through technology verification within the institute's campus. He also expressed a commitment to breaking down barriers between different job types and generations to foster a research-focused environment.