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KIND Discusses Energy and Environment Cooperation with the Government of New South Wales, Australia

-Discussion on Expanding Cooperation and Laying the Foundation for Project Participation in Australia’s Energy Infrastructure Sector-

The Korea Overseas Infrastructure & Urban Development Corporation (KIND, President Bokhwan Kim) announced that on the 5th it held a meeting with Penny Sharpe, Minister for Energy and the Environment of New South Wales (NSW), Australia, to discuss opportunities for investment and cooperation in the energy infrastructure and renewable energy sectors.

The meeting was arranged as the NSW Government visited Korea to explore collaboration opportunities with Korean companies and financial institutions in the fields of hydrogen, renewable energy, and waste-to-energy. During the session, both sides engaged in extensive discussions on the status of large-scale energy projects underway in Australia and ways to expand participation by Korean construction and financial firms. KIND’s Executive Director of Business Development, Byung-Chul Won, and NSW Minister Penny Sharpe attended the meeting in person and exchanged views on the scope and direction of future cooperation.

Minister Sharpe provided an overview of major energy infrastructure projects currently being implemented in NSW and highlighted private investment opportunities, expressing her commitment to continued collaboration with Korean companies and financial institutions. KIND, as a specialized organization for overseas infrastructure development, outlined opportunities to expand cooperation in the Australian and global markets. Both sides agreed to continue consultations to establish a practical foundation for collaboration, including information sharing on upcoming projects and joint project reviews.

A KIND representative stated, “NSW is a market where interest from Korean companies seeking opportunities in the energy sector continues to grow, and it holds significant potential for cooperation in renewable energy, hydrogen, and energy infrastructure. Building on this meeting, we will strengthen our network with NSW and work to identify projects for potential joint participation in the future.”