We Endeavor to Embrace Incremental Changes
ESG
NHN is committed to improving energy efficiency and minimizing the environmental impact from its business practices company-wide.
Eco-Friendly Office Building
NHN headquarters, Play Museum, exemplifies an eco-friendly office space created with meticulous attention towards eco-friendly space planning, as well as substantial investments in facilities and materials. This commitment to environmental considerations, from site selection to materials and energy use, has earned the building the prestigious 'Platinum' certification - the highest level of recognition - under the green building certification program, LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), in 2013. NHN remains committed in its efforts to mitigate the diverse impacts on the mother earth generated from its buildings. We monitor and manage data related to greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, water usage and waste generation - key environmental indicators associated with Play Museums. Through implementing targeted reduction strategies in each domain, we actively work towards minimizing our environmental footprint.
Eco-Friendly Approach at Play Museum
Building Energy Management System (BEMS)
The Play Museum has implemented a Building Energy Management System (BEMS) to systematically manage energy in the building. The BEMS monitors the energy usage of facilities in the building in real time and apply optimized controls to each facility based on data analyzed to effectively manage building energy.
Energy Saving Strategy
NHN has implemented several energy-saving measures in the office building to optimize electricity usage: Installing LED lights that consume 25% less compared to regular fluorescent lights as well as adopting advanced system such as standby power cut-off and automatic lighting control system are some approaches to further minimized electricity usage. NHN has incorporated strategies to harness natural resources to reduce unnecessary energy use which includes using natural light and ventilation through design features such as vertical louvers, hive structures and rooftop ventilation windows. The ground floor area has been intelligently designed to serve multiple purposes for optimal utilization. Moreover, to encourage occupants to opt for the stairs instead of the elevator and reduce power consumption, we have strategically positioned the main staircase at the building's central location.
Material Usage Strategy
Play Museum is designed in a way to minimize volatile organic compound emissions and avoids the use of materials containing formaldehyde or resin, considering the natural recovery rate. To achieve this, bamboo access floor boards made from waste paper were utilized for the office floor and packaging boxes were creatively repurposed as finishing materials.The office space was thoughtfully planned to facilitate easy arrangement and separation, aiming to minimize the overall use of construction materials and meeting tables were strategically installed based on the size and type of materials employed.
Environmental Footprint Reduction Strategy
NHN has taken extensive measures to ensure minimal environmental pollution while building the Play Museum. A comprehensive pollution management plan was implemented to mitigate any potential negative impact on the environment. NHN prioritized indoor air quality by using a glue-free structure and utilizing eco-friendly adhesives whenever necessary. NHN also built a dedicated bike parking lot accommodating up to 130 bicycles on the first floor of Play Museum. This initiative aims to encourage employees to commute on bicycle, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions by an estimated 534 kilograms per day.