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Special Contents -Japan's Energy- (in provisional translation)

2025-04-16

Why Does Japan Continue to Utilize Coal-fired Power Generation?
-Challenges in Achieving Energy Mix and CO2 Emission Reductions by FY2030

(English ver.) 2025-04-18
2024-09-19

What is Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)?
Turning Aviation into a Clean Means of Transportation!

(English ver.) 2025-02-28
2024-10-04

One Year After the Start of ALPS Treated Water Discharge: How Are Safety and Monitoring Being Ensured?

(English ver.) 2025-02-07
2024-09-10

Hydrogen Society Promotion Act Enacted
Toward a Forthcoming Hydrogen-based Society
Part 2: Utilization of Clean Hydrogen

(English ver.) 2025-01-10
2024-09-03

Hydrogen Society Promotion Act Enacted
Toward a Forthcoming Hydrogen-based Society
Part 1: Current Status of the Supply Chain

(English ver.) 2024-12-05
2024-08-07

CCS Technology (Part 2)
Efforts Accelerating in Japan toward the Commercialization of CCS
What is the CCS Business Act?

(English ver.) 2024-11-08
2024-07-30

CCS Technology (Part 1)
Efforts Accelerating at Home and Abroad toward Commercialization of CCS

(English ver.) 2024-10-04
2024-06-28

Japan Power Futures for Price Risk Management

(English ver.) 2024-09-13
2024-06-24

Subsidies Upgraded for the Purchase of Clean Energy Vehicles toward the Realization of GX in the Automobile Sector

(English ver.) 2024-08-22
2024-03-13

Japan’s Strategy to Expand Renewable Energy Contributes to the World’s Efforts toward Tripling Renewable Energy

(English ver.) 2024-08-02
2024-06-03

The Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) Concept: Promoting Decarbonization in Asia
Efforts Being Advanced by Japanese Companies

(English ver.) 2024-07-19
2024-02-16

Perovskite Solar Cells: The Key to the Future Expansion of Renewable Energy in Japan.
Part 2: Efforts toward Early Public Implementation

(English ver.) 2024-06-10
2024-02-09

Perovskite Solar Cells: The Key to the Future Expansion of Renewable Energy in Japan.
Part 1: Differences from Conventional Solar Cells

(English ver.) 2024-05-31
2023-12-15

Toward a promising future for LNG, Japan leads the world in ensuring its stable supply and addressing environmental issues

(English ver.) 2024-05-16
2024-03-01

Nuclear Energy Utilization Attracts Global Attention under the Spotlight at COP28

(English ver.) 2024-04-17
2023-12-28

Where the world stands on climate action: Insights from the COP28’s first Global Stocktake

(English ver.) 2024-03-19
2023-10-02

Avoided Emissions to Visualize the Ability of Companies to Provide Solutions through Innovation

(English ver.) 2024-02-22
2023-11-24

COP28 is coming soon!
Let us review COP27 for a better understanding of COP28

(English ver.) 2024-01-24
2023-08-04

Transition Finance supporting corporate efforts toward decarbonization (Part 2)
International trends and Japan’s efforts

(English ver.) 2024-01-22
2023-07-28

Transition Finance supporting corporate efforts toward decarbonization (Part 1)
New financing method gaining attention

(English ver.) 2024-01-05
2023-07-21

The Current Status of the Clearance System for Recycling the Waste from Nuclear Power Generation

(English ver.) 2023-12-06
2023-07-18

The Current Status of the Nuclear Fuel Cycle to Efficiently Utilize Spent Fuel

(English ver.) 2023-11-17
2021-09-09

The Joint Crediting Mechanism in focus as a countermeasure against global warming

(English ver.) 2023-11-08
2021-01-29

Ammonia can be used as fuel!
Part 2: Carbon-free thermal power generation using ammonia

(English ver.) 2023-10-20
2021-01-15

Ammonia can be used as fuel!
Part 1: Ammonia is commonly used in our daily life, but its potential is not widely known

(English ver.) 2023-09-22
2023-07-03

The Future of Energy and the Environment as Discussed at the G7 Meeting

(English ver.) 2023-09-01
2023-03-16

The Increasing Importance of Energy Security in the Face of the Energy Crisis

(English ver.) 2023-08-04
2022-11-07

Four ideals to pursue when considering energy policy

(English ver.) 2023-07-14
2023-05-26

Japan’s energy policy toward achieving GX (Part 2)
Policy package toward simultaneously realizing decarbonization and economic growth

(English ver.) 2023-06-30
2023-03-22

Japan’s energy policy toward achieving GX (Part 1)
Decarbonization will be advanced on the premise of securing a stable supply of energy

(English ver.) 2023-05-02
2022-09-20

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan
Nuclear power generation (Part 2)
Advancing nuclear power policy while obtaining public understanding

(English ver.) 2023-04-24
2022-09-06

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan
Nuclear power generation (Part 1)
Enhancement of safety for restart and R&D for advanced reactors

(English ver.) 2023-04-19
2022-05-25

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan
Thermal power generation to be decarbonized while ensuring a stable supply of electricity

(English ver.) 2023-01-27
2022-04-28

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan
Efforts to overcome “grid constraints” toward expanding the introduction of renewable energy

(English ver.) 2022-12-26
2022-02-14

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan
Renewable energy expanding with cost reduction while promoting acceptance of local communities

(English ver.) 2022-11-25
2022-08-19

2021 – Understanding the current energy situation in Japan (Part 2)

(English ver.) 2022-11-01
2022-08-12

2021 – Understanding the current energy situation in Japan (Part 1)

(English ver.) 2022-10-26
2022-06-07

“Energy White Paper 2022”
Here’s what you need to know about the energy situation in Japan.

(English ver.) 2022-09-15
2022-08-25

Zero emissions from thermal power! Japan shows the world the latest technology for development and implementation

(English ver.) 2022-09-12
2022-01-14

Japan’s Newest “Strategic Energy Plan” toward Carbon Neutrality by 2050

(English ver.) 2022-09-02
2021-07-15

“Energy White Paper 2021” updates the energy policy of Japan

(English ver.) 2021-12-23
2021-04-02

What is happening “NOW” in Fukushima10 years after the disaster?

(English ver.) 2022-01-31
2021-03-16

What is “Carbon Neutrality” all about? (Part 2)
Why does Japan aim to realize it?

(English ver.) 2022-05-11
2021-02-16

What is “Carbon Neutrality” all about? (Part 1)
Who will realize it, and when?

(English ver.) 2021-08-04
2020-08-07

Japan’s New International Resource Strategy
-Resource development and utilization with due consideration given to climate change

(English ver.) 2021-01-13
2020-07-22

Japan’s New International Resource Strategy for Enhancing LNG Security

(English ver.) 2021-01-06
2020-07-03

Japan’s new international resource strategy to enhance the foundation of a stable supply of oil

(English ver.) 2020-11-20
2020-06-23

Legislative measures to improve power system resilience
Objectives of the revision of the energy-related Acts

(English ver.) 2020-10-07
2020-04-17

Innovation toward “beyond zero” CO2 emissions

(English ver.) 2020-12-09
2020-02-21

Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station The challenge of retrieving “fuel debris” Article No.2: What obstacles will we face?

(English ver.) 2020-05-21
2020-02-14

Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station The challenge of retrieving “fuel debris” Article No.1: What is fuel debris?

(English ver.) 2020-04-06
2020-01-31

Hydrogen Energy Update A promising image of a “hydrogen-based society” is emerging now

(English ver.) 2020-06-10
2019-12-25

“Offshore wind power generation” Progress since enforcement of the new law

(English ver.) 2020-06-05
2019-12-18

First priority is given to safety and security Measures related to “contaminated water” in Fukushima How much radiation would disposal of ALPS-treated water release into the environment?

(English ver.) 2020-06-10
2019-09-20

CO2 may become useful in the future?! “Carbon Recycling” to utilize CO2 as a resource.

(English ver.) 2019-12-19
2019-08-15

2019 – Understanding the current energy situation in Japan (Part 2)

(English ver.) 2019-11-13
2019-08-13

2019 – Understanding the current energy situation in Japan (Part 1)

(English ver.) 2019-11-01
2019-08-08

Fight against contaminated water: The generation of contaminated water steadily reduced to about one-third

(English ver.) 2020-04-22
2019-07-31

Japan’s new international resource strategy to secure rare metals

(English ver.) 2020-09-30
2019-06-19

Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station Contaminated water management What is “slurry”? Why is it generated? How is it stored?

(English ver.) 2020-08-19
2019-05-29

First priority is given to safety and security Measures related to contaminated water in Fukushima Experts’ advice on ALPS treated water

(English ver.) 2020-08-07
2019-03-29

How far has “Hydrogen Energy” spread in 2019?

(English ver.) 2019-12-11
2019-02-28

Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station The challenge of retrieving fuel debris Article No.3: The frontier of technological development

(English ver.) 2020-07-27

Special Contents -Japan's Energy- (in provisional translation)

Why Does Japan Continue to Utilize Coal-fired Power Generation? -Challenges in Achieving Energy Mix and CO2 Emission Reductions by FY2030

What is Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)? Turning Aviation into a Clean Means of Transportation!

One Year After the Start of ALPS Treated Water Discharge: How Are Safety and Monitoring Being Ensured?

Hydrogen Society Promotion Act Enacted Toward a Forthcoming Hydrogen-based Society Part 2: Utilization of Clean Hydrogen

Hydrogen Society Promotion Act Enacted Toward a Forthcoming Hydrogen-based Society Part 1: Current Status of the Supply Chain

CCS Technology (Part 2) Efforts Accelerating in Japan toward the Commercialization of CCS What is the CCS Business Act?

CCS Technology (Part 1) Efforts Accelerating at Home and Abroad toward Commercialization of CCS

Japan Power Futures for Price Risk Management

Subsidies Upgraded for the Purchase of Clean Energy Vehicles toward the Realization of GX in the Automobile Sector

Japan’s Strategy to Expand Renewable Energy Contributes to the World’s Efforts toward Tripling Renewable Energy

The Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) Concept: Promoting Decarbonization in Asia Efforts Being Advanced by Japanese Companies

Perovskite Solar Cells: The Key to the Future Expansion of Renewable Energy in Japan. Part 2: Efforts toward Early Public Implementation

Perovskite Solar Cells: The Key to the Future Expansion of Renewable Energy in Japan. Part 1: Differences from Conventional Solar Cells

Toward a promising future for LNG, Japan leads the world in ensuring its stable supply and addressing environmental issues

Nuclear Energy Utilization Attracts Global Attention under the Spotlight at COP28

Where the world stands on climate action: Insights from the COP28’s first Global Stocktake

Avoided Emissions to Visualize the Ability of Companies to Provide Solutions through Innovation

COP28 is coming soon! Let us review COP27 for a better understanding of COP28

Transition Finance supporting corporate efforts toward decarbonization (Part 2) International trends and Japan’s efforts

Transition Finance supporting corporate efforts toward decarbonization (Part 1) New financing method gaining attention

The Current Status of the Clearance System for Recycling the Waste from Nuclear Power Generation

The Current Status of the Nuclear Fuel Cycle to Efficiently Utilize Spent Fuel

The Joint Crediting Mechanism in focus as a countermeasure against global warming

Ammonia can be used as fuel! Part 2: Carbon-free thermal power generation using ammonia

Ammonia can be used as fuel! Part 1: Ammonia is commonly used in our daily life, but its potential is not widely known

The Future of Energy and the Environment as Discussed at the G7 Meeting

The Increasing Importance of Energy Security in the Face of the Energy Crisis

Four ideals to pursue when considering energy policy

Japan’s energy policy toward achieving GX (Part 2) Policy package toward simultaneously realizing decarbonization and economic growth

Japan’s energy policy toward achieving GX (Part 1) Decarbonization will be advanced on the premise of securing a stable supply of energy

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan Nuclear power generation (Part 2) Advancing nuclear power policy while obtaining public understanding

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan Nuclear power generation (Part 1) Enhancement of safety for restart and R&D for advanced reactors

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan Thermal power generation to be decarbonized while ensuring a stable supply of electricity

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan Efforts to overcome “grid constraints” toward expanding the introduction of renewable energy

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan Renewable energy expanding with cost reduction while promoting acceptance of local communities

2021 – Understanding the current energy situation in Japan (Part 2)

2021 – Understanding the current energy situation in Japan (Part 1)

“Energy White Paper 2022” Here’s what you need to know about the energy situation in Japan.

Zero emissions from thermal power! Japan shows the world the latest technology for development and implementation

Japan’s Newest “Strategic Energy Plan” toward Carbon Neutrality by 2050

“Energy White Paper 2021” updates the energy policy of Japan

What is happening “NOW” in Fukushima10 years after the disaster?

What is “Carbon Neutrality” all about? (Part 2) Why does Japan aim to realize it?

What is “Carbon Neutrality” all about? (Part 1) Who will realize it, and when?

Japan’s New International Resource Strategy -Resource development and utilization with due consideration given to climate change

Japan’s New International Resource Strategy for Enhancing LNG Security

Japan’s new international resource strategy to enhance the foundation of a stable supply of oil

Legislative measures to improve power system resilience Objectives of the revision of the energy-related Acts

Innovation toward “beyond zero” CO2 emissions

Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station The challenge of retrieving “fuel debris” Article No.2: What obstacles will we face?

Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station The challenge of retrieving “fuel debris” Article No.1: What is fuel debris?

Hydrogen Energy Update A promising image of a “hydrogen-based society” is emerging now

“Offshore wind power generation” Progress since enforcement of the new law

First priority is given to safety and security Measures related to “contaminated water” in Fukushima How much radiation would disposal of ALPS-treated water release into the environment?

CO2 may become useful in the future?! “Carbon Recycling” to utilize CO2 as a resource.

2019 – Understanding the current energy situation in Japan (Part 2)

2019 – Understanding the current energy situation in Japan (Part 1)

Fight against contaminated water: The generation of contaminated water steadily reduced to about one-third

Japan’s new international resource strategy to secure rare metals

Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station Contaminated water management What is “slurry”? Why is it generated? How is it stored?

First priority is given to safety and security Measures related to contaminated water in Fukushima Experts’ advice on ALPS treated water

How far has “Hydrogen Energy” spread in 2019?

Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station The challenge of retrieving fuel debris Article No.3: The frontier of technological development

Why Does Japan Continue to Utilize Coal-fired Power Generation?
-Challenges in Achieving Energy Mix and CO2 Emission Reductions by FY2030

What is Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)?
Turning Aviation into a Clean Means of Transportation!

Hydrogen Society Promotion Act Enacted
Toward a Forthcoming Hydrogen-based Society
Part 2: Utilization of Clean Hydrogen

Hydrogen Society Promotion Act Enacted
Toward a Forthcoming Hydrogen-based Society
Part 1: Current Status of the Supply Chain

CCS Technology (Part 2)
Efforts Accelerating in Japan toward the Commercialization of CCS
What is the CCS Business Act?

CCS Technology (Part 1)
Efforts Accelerating at Home and Abroad toward Commercialization of CCS

The Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) Concept: Promoting Decarbonization in Asia
Efforts Being Advanced by Japanese Companies

Perovskite Solar Cells: The Key to the Future Expansion of Renewable Energy in Japan.
Part 2: Efforts toward Early Public Implementation

Perovskite Solar Cells: The Key to the Future Expansion of Renewable Energy in Japan.
Part 1: Differences from Conventional Solar Cells

COP28 is coming soon!
Let us review COP27 for a better understanding of COP28

Transition Finance supporting corporate efforts toward decarbonization (Part 2)
International trends and Japan’s efforts

Transition Finance supporting corporate efforts toward decarbonization (Part 1)
New financing method gaining attention

Ammonia can be used as fuel!
Part 2: Carbon-free thermal power generation using ammonia

Ammonia can be used as fuel!
Part 1: Ammonia is commonly used in our daily life, but its potential is not widely known

Japan’s energy policy toward achieving GX (Part 2)
Policy package toward simultaneously realizing decarbonization and economic growth

Japan’s energy policy toward achieving GX (Part 1)
Decarbonization will be advanced on the premise of securing a stable supply of energy

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan
Nuclear power generation (Part 2)
Advancing nuclear power policy while obtaining public understanding

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan
Nuclear power generation (Part 1)
Enhancement of safety for restart and R&D for advanced reactors

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan
Thermal power generation to be decarbonized while ensuring a stable supply of electricity

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan
Efforts to overcome “grid constraints” toward expanding the introduction of renewable energy

Here’s more about the 6th Strategic Energy Plan
Renewable energy expanding with cost reduction while promoting acceptance of local communities

“Energy White Paper 2022”
Here’s what you need to know about the energy situation in Japan.

What is “Carbon Neutrality” all about? (Part 2)
Why does Japan aim to realize it?

What is “Carbon Neutrality” all about? (Part 1)
Who will realize it, and when?

Japan’s New International Resource Strategy
-Resource development and utilization with due consideration given to climate change

Legislative measures to improve power system resilience
Objectives of the revision of the energy-related Acts