Global warming countermeasures are a pressing issue, but should be pursued while considering how to reduce poverty in order to achieve a sustainable society.
Tamaki left his Okinawa constituents exposed to toxic spills from his prefectural offices while he was at the UN, ranting about the US bases' chemical waste.
The Futaba Sankyo Corporation launched a collaborative research project on breeding the black soldier fly as feed for fish farming. Is domestication feasible?
A new Tokyo Metropolitan Government showroom is publicizing wood products made from trees in Tokyo's Tama area, promoting local production and consumption.
Photojournalist Fumie Oyama shares exclusive photos of the endangered crested ibis in the first installment of a new series on Sado Island's rich biodiversity.
Landslides, damaged landscapes, and disaster risk were among concerns that prompted the city to issue a declaration opposing construction of mega solar plants.
Technological advancements in material and chemical recycling are key if plastic recycling in Japan is to become economically viable.
Rice-based bioplastics not only provide a sustainable alternative to conventional plastic, they could also revitalize Japan's shrinking rice farming industry.
Japan 2 Earth, a part of the JAPAN Forward network, is dedicated to spreading the word on environmental activities in Japan. This article was first published...
Summer used to be mild and pleasant in Hokkaido. But now record-breaking temperatures are making residents and tourists pray for the humming of an air-con.
The decarbonization trend means higher demand for Panasonic's Eco Cute high-efficiency water heaters, leading the company to boost its production capacity.
The triple-domed pavilion designed by ZERI Japan will house displays and host programs to educate visitors on the importance of protecting Earth's oceans.