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EMISSIONS

JAPAN / Politics
Apr 16, 2023
G7 environment ministers agree on drastic expansion of wind power, but no coal exit timeline
Agreement leaves open the possibility of current coal plants employing controversial new technologies like hydrogen and ammonia co-fired plants as well as carbon capture and storage.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 15, 2023
Germany retires last nuclear plants in hopes of greener pastures
In Germany, the decision to phase out nuclear power comes at a moment in which many countries are moving in the opposite direction.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Apr 14, 2023
As the planet warms, enforcement needed for corporate green pledges
Dealing with climate change through voluntary commitments, especially by businesses, 'has simply not worked,' noted one advocate.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 14, 2023
Japan adopts national strategy on nuclear fusion as competition intensifies
The strategy comes as the global race heats up to develop and commercialize fusion — considered the ultimate emission-free energy source.
Japan Times
WORLD
Apr 12, 2023
Emissions from power generation may have already peaked, says think tank
The pace of the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions’ stemming from the power sector is critical to limiting global warming and preventing more damage from climate change.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 10, 2023
South Korea eyes fines for corporate greenwashing
Under a draft law, a financial penalty of 3 million won will be handed out to companies that are deemed to have misled the public about their green credentials.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Apr 9, 2023
Whales help store carbon. Scientists are trying to figure out just how much.
The giant creatures have a role to play in the fight against warming, and that all comes down to how they can help keep carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere in both direct and indirect ways.
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JAPAN
Apr 9, 2023
Could Hokkaido be the key to Japan's renewable ambitions?
As Japan looks to shift its energy mix toward cleaner sources, vast Hokkaido is drawing attention for its enormous potential for wind power.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 2, 2023
Threat of hydrogen greenwashing stalks Europe’s net-zero plans
A significant obstacle to the plans is hydrogen’s inefficiency. By the time the gas is made, stored and burned to make electricity again, there’s nearly 70% less energy than at the start.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 2, 2023
European aviation sector fears CO2 rules could clip its wings
The aviation sector is growing in Asia and the Middle East and companies based there could benefit greatly as they are not subject to Europe's constraints, industry experts say.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 31, 2023
Long-awaited rules for carbon offset market disappoint experts
Fear of greenwashing has hamstrung the growing market, with data suggesting fewer offsets are being claimed against emitters’ carbon footprints.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 30, 2023
A climate-vulnerable nation takes the world to court over emissions
After the world failed to boost targets for cutting emissions at last year’s climate summit, the Volcanic atoll in the South Pacific is turning to international law.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 27, 2023
Faulty credits tarnish billion-dollar carbon offset seller
Recent financial details released by South Pole make these flawed credits even more troubling to some customers.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Mar 25, 2023
How China, the U.S. and others watered down a key U.N. climate document
China, the U.S. and Saudi Arabia are among countries that significantly altered a U.N. document that will shape global climate policy for years to come, a report has said.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 24, 2023
What the World Bank can do about climate change
In addition to financial resources, the World Bank's greatest strength lies in its ability to generate evidence-based solutions, which it should apply to mitigating climate change.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 21, 2023
Report finds ‘rampant’ greenwashing in food sector
In its recommendations, the report suggests banning 'outright generic climate claims,” as well as claims based on carbon offsetting programs.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 20, 2023
Asia gears up for rollout of EU carbon border tax
The EU’s move to tax certain carbon-intensive goods poses a particular threat to Asia, as the region's developing economies saw the greatest rise in emissions in 2022.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 10, 2023
Mitsubishi Motors plays catchup with plans for all-electric fleet by 2035
The company also said it’s aiming for sales of 1.1 million units a year and an operating profit of ¥220 billion by fiscal 2025.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Mar 10, 2023
Artificial intelligence is booming — so is its carbon footprint
The AI sector is growing so fast, and has such limited transparency, that no one knows exactly how much total electricity use and carbon emissions can be attributed to it.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 6, 2023
Iceland shows the world how to run on reliable and clean energy
Every home in Iceland is heated with renewable energy, with 90% coming from district heating systems that tap hot water directly underground.
Philippine bid to acquire used Japanese warships gains steam
Tokyo is looking to transfer Abukuma-class vessels to the Philippines as part of broader efforts to boost the defense capabilities of like-minded neighbors amid growing Chinese military assertiveness in the region.
Koshien’s dark summer forces reckoning for high school baseball
Koryo High School players greet their cheering section after beating Hokkaido’s Asahikawa Shiho in the first round of Summer Koshien on Aug. 7. The school withdrew three days later as a bullying scandal enveloped the team.
Akazawa's trip to Washington for tariff talks abruptly canceled
Ryosei Akazawa, Japan's chief tariff negotiator, had been set to fly to Washington on Thursday.
Can anime carry the memories of World War II?
Many schools in Japan show "Grave of the Fireflies" as educational material to tell the emotionally grueling story of a boy who has no means to prevent his sister from starving to death.
Confusion over Japan’s ‘hometown’ plan overshadows African development event
First Lady Yoshiko Ishiba (center, in white and blue dress) hosts an event on Japanese culture with the first ladies of African leaders on the sidelines of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development in Yokohama on Aug. 21.
Mitsubishi’s wind-power retreat a blow to Japan's alternative-energy goals
Wind turbines in the town of Happo in Akita prefecture. Wind power is a key part of Japan's alternative energy drive.
Virtual singer Kaf's music becomes magic in 'Kamitsubaki City Under Construction'
Virtual singer Kaf got her start in 2018 by posting songs and covers to YouTube. Now, after having performed live shows at major venues including Tokyo’s Nippon Budokan, she is turning to voice acting and starring in the new anime series “Kamitsubaki City Under Construction.”
Can anime carry the memories of World War II?
Many schools in Japan show "Grave of the Fireflies" as educational material to tell the emotionally grueling story of a boy who has no means to prevent his sister from starving to death.
Koshien’s dark summer forces reckoning for high school baseball
Koryo High School players greet their cheering section after beating Hokkaido’s Asahikawa Shiho in the first round of Summer Koshien on Aug. 7. The school withdrew three days later as a bullying scandal enveloped the team.
Is Kishida plotting a return of the king? Or would he rather stay a kingmaker?
Former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida chairs a plenary session at the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development in Yokohama on Aug. 21.

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