LG strengthens ESG framework and transitions to independent board chairpersons

LG has released its 2025 ESG Report, detailing the group's progress and future strategies regarding compliance management, climate change, and occupational health and safety. The report covers LG Corp and several affiliates, including LG Electronics, LG Chem, LG Uplus, and LG CNS.

A major governance shift involves transitioning to an ‘independent director chairperson system’ for 11 key listed companies. This move aims to enhance board independence, decision-making objectivity, and management transparency to protect shareholder interests. Notably, LG Corp has moved away from the previous structure where the CEO also served as the board chairperson.

Regarding climate change, LG is pursuing a Net-Zero roadmap with targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 34% by 2030, 52% by 2040, and 100% by 2050, using 2018 as the baseline. For safety and health, the group continues to operate the ‘LG SHEC’ (Safety Health Environment Conference) to integrate AI-driven safety technologies and strengthen employee capabilities.

LG is also proactively preparing for mandatory ESG disclosures by adopting the sustainability disclosure standards established by the Korea Sustainability Standards Board (KSSB). Additionally, LG Electronics has introduced new management frameworks for responsible AI development and usage.