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Renewable Energy
The forefront of CO2 reduction: the distribution industry's efforts
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
Changes in renewable energy policy in 2025 and their impacts – Based on the Procurement Price Calculation Committee’s “Opinions on Procurement Prices from FY2025 onwards”
Introduction On February 3, 2025, the Procurement Price Calculation Committee of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry published its "Opinion on Procurement Prices, etc. for FY2025 and After" (hereinafter referred to as "this Opinion"). This Opinion... -
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 Carbon Footprint Matters to Businesses Today In recent years, climate change action has gone beyond environmental issues and become deeply intertwined with corporate management strategies themselves... -
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... -
ESG
Latest trends and outlook for SAF in Japan
Introduction In recent years, efforts to realize a decarbonized society have been accelerating, and the aviation industry is also required to reduce its environmental impact. As part of this, sustainable aviation fuel (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) is becoming more and more popular. -
Renewable Energy
Carbon credits soar in Japan
1. Introduction In today's world where measures against global warming are becoming more and more important, carbon credits have become an essential tool for achieving sustainability in corporate activities. However... -
Malaysia
Malaysia: Companies Commission begins providing beneficial ownership information
1. Introduction On 31 January 2025, the Companies Commission of Malaysia (Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia, hereinafter referred to as "SSM") announced the phased implementation of the Companies Act 2024 Amendment. Ak... -
Indonesia
[Indonesia] Simplifying the Environmental Approval Process: Overview and Impact of New Decree No. 22
1. Introduction In order to streamline environmental permit procedures and improve the business environment, the Indonesian government will establish a "Central Authority to Provincial and Regional Authorities to Support the Implementation of Business Permits" in November 2024.