Rising temperatures in Northern Japan have melted the famous 'snow monsters' and caused the cancellation of dog sled races and other events.
2023 in Japan was the hottest year ever recorded, with all-time highs in Fukushima and Ishikawa, long heat waves, and hot weather lasting well into autumn.
Japan is developing mixed combustion technology to help the Asia Zero Emission Community show that there are various paths to net zero.
Sumiko Takeuchi, Senior Fellow at the International Environment and Economy Institute, shares views on the outcomes of the recent COP28.
Climate change is reshaping how we enjoy winter sports. In 2024, more people will opt for a luxury camping experience rather than racing down snowy slopes.
Children are participating in hands-on learning about climate change when insulating their schools, but costs remain a challenge at the national scale.
Scientists have long looked to animals and plants for inspiration. Could biomimetics provide solutions to environmental issues facing the planet?
Relive 2023 through the trending words of the year! Punctuating the record hot temperatures in Japan, "global boiling" comes in at 3rd place on the list.
The rocket is fueled by biomethane, or "cow power," which is produced by converting methane in cow manure and urine into usable energy.
The COP28 declaration to triple renewable energy sources is an opportunity for Japan to share its advanced technology for nuclear power development overseas.
Marimo, the cherished but endangered green balls of algae that live in Hokkaido's lakes are facing extinction due to multiple threats linked to global warming.
Strong steps are needed by COP28 to reduce GHG emissions. Japan's high-efficiency technology could pave the way for reductions of an order of magnitude scale.