Climate Policy Engagement Analysis
Climate Policy Engagement Overview: Korea Electric Vehicle Association (KEVA) has low engagement with specific climate-related policy. In 2023-24, the association has presented both positive and negative positions on the transition to electric vehicles (EV) and the phase-out of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.
Top-line Messaging on Climate Policy: Korea Electric Vehicle Association (KEVA) has limited top-line messaging on climate policy, but it appears to support some climate change science. In an August 2023 Chairman Column, Chairman of KEVA, Kim Pil-su, acknowledged a part of climate change science.
Engagement with Climate-Related Regulations: Korea Electric Vehicle Association (KEVA) appears to have limited engagement with specific climate regulations. In a January 2023 Chairman Column, Chairman of KEVA, Kim Pil-su, did not support the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). In a November 2023 National Assembly Policy Report, Chairman of KEVA, Kim Pil-su, supported circular economy policy for recycling used EV batteries.
Positioning on Energy Transition: Korea Electric Vehicle Association (KEVA) has both positive and negative engagement with the transition of the energy mix. In a July 2023 Chairman Column, Chairman of KEVA, Kim Pil-su appeared to advocate for a long-term role for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles over the rapid electrification of transport. However, in a February 2024 Chairman Column , Chairman Kim supported electrification of transportation and subsidy on electric vehicles (EV).