The '2024 IS4T Forum' held at the Chosun Hotel in Seoul, hosted by the Korea Engineering Hallymwon, showcased industry proposals to establish a Small Module Reactor (SMR) in cities like Ulsan, Yeosu, and Daesan to develop carbon-neutral smart cities. CEO Kim Cheol-jin of SK Advanced emphasized the crucial role of SMR in achieving carbon neutrality, energy independence, and economic energy. The proposed model city, 'Ecotopia', aims to utilize existing LNG and LPG infrastructure for energy conversion and produce future aviation oil by capturing carbon dioxide emissions. The forum focused on future-led innovation tasks in high-tech industries, promoting strategies for enhancing competitiveness and technological advancements. Key figures stressed the importance of possessing core technologies for national development, with officials from the presidential office and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy attending the event. The Korea Institute of Engineering plans to release a report later this year based on the feedback and proposals from the forum, aiming to drive innovation and collaboration for a technologically advanced Korea.