Hyundai's STEM Investment: A Win-Win for Coastal Georgia and HMGMA

Hyundai Motor America has recently announced significant investments in Coastal Georgia's educational sector, particularly in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) initiatives. These investments align with Hyundai's corporate social responsibility goals and the needs of its new electric vehicle plant, Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA), in several ways.



Hyundai's partnership with the SAE Foundation to deliver SAE International's award-winning A World In Motion (AWIM) PreK-12 STEM education program in Bryan County School District has reached approximately 800 fourth-grade students. The program combines practical, hands-on learning with mentorship from volunteers, teaching real-world applications and career paths related to HMGMA's renewable energy resources and emission reduction technologies. This early exposure to STEM concepts helps foster curiosity and problem-solving skills, laying a foundation for future education and careers in STEM fields.

Hyundai has also expanded its partnership with the H2GP Foundation, implementing the Hydrogen STEM and RC Programs in Bryan County. The Hydrogen STEM Program has reached over 1,000 students across California, Georgia, Michigan, and Alabama over the past three years, fostering curiosity and innovation in sustainable energy. The Georgia Hydrogen Grand Prix, part of the Hyundai RC Program, challenges students to design, build, and race hydrogen-powered RC cars, equipping them with essential engineering, renewable energy, and automotive technology skills. By sponsoring 16 teams in Bryan County for the inaugural Georgia Hydrogen Grand Prix, Hyundai is investing in the development of a skilled workforce for HMGMA and the broader region.

Hyundai's investment in STEM education initiatives in Coastal Georgia is a strategic move that supports its corporate social responsibility goals and addresses the needs of its new electric vehicle plant, HMGMA. By fostering a skilled workforce, inspiring career pathways, supporting the local community, and promoting sustainability, Hyundai is creating a positive impact on the lives of Coastal Georgia residents and the future of the electric vehicle industry. These investments in education will help ensure that HMGMA has access to a talented and qualified workforce, while also contributing to the overall economic development and prosperity of the region.