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Renewable Energy
Essential elements and characteristics of data centers in Japan
Introduction This time, we will focus on data centers. In recent years, the demand for data centers has been expanding rapidly, and their importance in Japan is also increasing. However, there are many data centers in Japan... -
ESG
Current status and issues regarding the ratio of female executives in ESG management
Introduction This time, I would like to think about female directors as a field related to the S and G of ESG. In recent years, as the importance of ESG investment has increased, there has been a demand to increase the ratio of female directors on the board of directors... -
ESG
Outline of the Joint Crediting Mechanism
Introduction This time, I will explain about the JCM. The Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) is a greenhouse gas (Green) crediting mechanism led by the Japanese government. -
Renewable Energy
The latest trends in tidal power generation
Introduction (I've played around with words a bit in the title, but) this time I'll explain about tidal power generation. Tidal power generation is one of the renewable energies that utilizes ocean energy... -
Renewable Energy
Ammonia from an ESG perspective
Introduction This time, let's think about ammonia. In recent years, with the promotion of carbon neutrality, ammonia has been attracting attention as a decarbonized fuel and hydrogen carrier. In particular,... -
Renewable Energy
At the forefront of CO2 reduction: Initiatives in the distribution industry
Introduction This time, we will look at the efforts to reduce CO2 emissions in the distribution industry. In recent years, as companies have placed increasing importance on reducing their environmental impact, efforts to reduce CO2 emissions in the distribution industry in particular have received a lot of attention. -
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy Policy Changes in 2025 and Their Impact – Based on the Procurement Price Calculation Committee's "Opinions on Procurement Prices, etc. from Fiscal Year 2025 onwards"
Introduction On February 3, 2025, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's Procurement Price Calculation Committee issued an "Opinion on Procurement Prices, etc. for Fiscal Year 2025 and Beyond" (hereinafter referred to as the "Opinion") The has been made public. This opinion... -
Renewable Energy
Current location of offshore wind power generation in Japan – Comparing it with Europe, the United States, and Taiwan
Introduction The following article was published in the Nihon Keizai Shimbun on February 6, 2025. Offshore wind power in Japan's winter era: Mitsubishi Corporation reports 52.2 billion yen loss, highlighting current problems with offshore wind power in Japan... -
Renewable Energy
Latest Trends in Carbon Footprint and Corporate Law ― Regulatory Response and Strategic Approach ―
Introduction: Why carbon footprints are important to businesses today In recent years, climate change action has transcended environmental issues and become deeply involved in a company's management strategy... -
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)...