Dr. Yukari Takamura: Bridging Law, Policy, and Science to Accelerate Emissions Reductions As global efforts to combat climate change encounter a significant slowdown, Japan’s foremost environmental law expert, Dr. Yukari Takamura, advocates for a transformative approach to climate governance that integrates legal accountability, evidence-based policymaking, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Takamura, a professor at the University...
Inequality in Japan: Who Is Left Behind in the Transition to Renewables? Japan, a nation celebrated for its technological expertise and environmental stewardship, grapples with a paradox. While its urban centers rapidly embrace renewable energy and eco-friendly transportation, significant demographic groups face substantial obstacles in accessing affordable and sustainable services. From the aging populations in...
Implementing its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) and “30by30” conservation targets could elevate Japan’s NBS contributions to 15% of emission reductions by 2042.Japan is leveraging its rich natural capital to combat climate change through nature-based solutions (NBS), integrating ecosystem conservation, restoration, and sustainable management into its decarbonization strategy. While technological innovation remains central...
Japan has consistently been a global leader in technological innovation, particularly within public transportation systems. The nation increasingly integrates automated systems into cars, buses, and trains, driven by a commitment to efficiency and sustainability for addressing pressing demographic challenges. This article examines the current state of automated public transport in Japan, analyzing the types and...
Japan’s automotive landscape is transforming significantly as electric vehicles (EVs) gain traction. Technological advancements, environmental concerns, and supportive government policies influence this shift. Analyzing the current state of EV adoption, comparing it to five years ago, and projecting future trends provides insight into Japan’s evolving transportation sector. Japan’s EV market is expected to expand to...
Dr. Kimiko Harata In appreciation of her tireless efforts to battle climate change, Dr. Kimiko Hirata, a well-known Japanese environmental activist, has been nominated for the Climate Scorecard 2024 Climate Country Leader Award. This renowned award recognizes those who have significantly contributed to minimizing climate change’s effects in their respective countries. Dr. Hirata, the Executive...
The ENE-FARM resident hydrogen fuel cell system Japan has emerged as a frontrunner in the global race to mitigate climate change with its innovative ENE-FARM residential hydrogen fuel cell system. This groundbreaking technology, developed by a consortium of Japanese companies including Panasonic, Aisin, KYOCERA Corporation, NORITZ, Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd., Osaka Gas Co., Ltd., and...
In a country known for its technological advancements and environmental consciousness, Japan faces an unexpected hurdle in its fight against climate change: a growing group of climate skeptics and renewable energy (RE) opponents. Recent studies have illuminated this complex issue, revealing surprising insights into who these skeptics are and why they resist change. Despite Japan...
Japan’s Forests Account for 67% of the Country’s Total Land Area Japan, known for its technological advancements and urban landscapes, is also home to vast forested areas that play a crucial role in the country’s climate change mitigation efforts. This Post examines the current state of Japan’s forests, their impact on carbon sequestration, and their...
The NDC Partnership is a network of over 120 countries, facilitated by UNFCCC, that is dedicated to helping each other strengthen their Paris Agreement Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) Pledges. The Partnership has just released Version 3.0 of the NDC Navigator, an interactive tool that supports the development of updated country NDCs to be submitted in...
