K-pop record labels differ from Western labels in several different ways. K-pop labels are involved in the training of artists, curation and production of the artist's content, and in creating a steady stream of 'trainee' artists who debut after spending time training with the label. Western labels, on the other hand, often select artists who have reached small amounts of fame, and allow for a lot more creative control over the content they produce. Typically Western labels take a smaller share.

Environmental thresholds include (but are not limited to) limiting carbon emissions, improving water and air quality, transitioning to clean energy.