Hwang Seong-yeol, a seasoned farmer in the region, expressed concern about the impact of the state-owned utility company’s coal-based operation on his crops. He observed a combine harvester moving through his rice field, resulting in significant soil disturbance and damage to the stalks. Hwang stated this represents a particularly challenging season, exacerbated by increasingly unpredictable weather patterns. Farmers are experiencing distress due to the erratic climate and its apparent correlation with climate change. They are advocating for legal action to seek compensation for the damage incurred and to address the long-term consequences of the utility company’s practices.
Credits: News – South China Morning Post
