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ESG
Current status and challenges of the proportion of female executives in ESG management
Introduction This time, I would like to consider female executives as an area related to S and G in ESG. In recent years, as the importance of ESG investments has increased, there has been a need to improve the proportion of female executives on boards of directors... -
ESG
Overview of the Joint Credit Mechanism (Joint Credit Mechanism)
First, this time we will explain JCM. Joint Credit Mechanism (hereinafter referred to as "JCM") is a greenhouse gas (Green...) led by the Japanese government. -
Renewable Energy
The latest trends in tidal power generation
First of all (I played around with the title a bit), this time I'll explain tidal power generation. Tidal power is a renewable energy source that utilizes marine energy... -
Renewable Energy
Ammonia from an ESG perspective
First, let's consider ammonia. In recent years, with the promotion of carbon neutrality, ammonia has attracted attention as a decarbonized fuel and hydrogen carrier. Especially... -
Renewable Energy
At the forefront of CO2 reduction: Distribution industry initiatives
Introduction This time, we will look at the distribution industry's efforts to reduce CO2 emissions. In recent years, with the increasing importance of reducing the environmental impact of companies, efforts to reduce CO2 emissions, especially in the distribution industry, have been particularly noteworthy... -
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy Policy Changes and Their Impact in 2025 – Based on the Procurement Price Calculation Committee's "Opinions on Procurement Prices and Other Matters from Fiscal Year 2025 onward"
Introduction On February 3, 2025, the Procurement Price Calculation Committee of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry issued the "Opinion on Procurement Prices and Other Matters from Fiscal Year 2025 onward" (hereinafter referred to as the "Opinion") It has been made public. This opinion paper is... -
Renewable Energy
Current status of offshore wind power generation in Japan – Comparison with Europe, the US, and Taiwan
Introduction The following article appeared in the February 6, 2025 issue of the Nihon Keizai Shimbun. Offshore wind power in Japan is also in its downturn. Mitsubishi Corporation records a 52.2 billion yen loss. This is a symbol of the current problems with offshore wind power generation in Japan... -
Renewable Energy
Carbon Footprint and the Latest Trends in Corporate Law - Regulatory Responses and Strategic Approaches -
Introduction: Why is carbon footprint important for companies now? In recent years, climate change countermeasures have gone beyond environmental issues and have become deeply involved in corporate management strategies... -
ESG
Overview of "Green Iron"
1. Introduction This time, I would like to explain about "green iron." In recent years, with the growing interest in sustainability, there has been a demand for corporate activities that take into consideration the environment, society, and governance (ESG)... -
Renewable Energy
[Indonesia] Latest Trends Regarding Unbundling of Renewable Energy and Electricity Businesses – In Light of the Constitutional Court Ruling –
1. Introduction Indonesia is one of the largest economies in Southeast Asia, and its energy demand is growing rapidly. In recent years, with the rise in global environmental awareness, Indonesia has also...