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The sustainability Imperative: Decarbonization & Nature Restoration for a Resilient Future

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September 12th, 2024 | Lectures & Networking | L'Espace@CCIFJ

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Join our upcoming Joint Chamber event The Sustainability Imperative: Decarbonization & Nature Restoration for a Resilient Future!

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  • Thursday, September 12th, 2024 | 18:00 - 20:30 (JST)

About the Event

Panel Discussion 1

Unleashing Japan's offshore wind potential to reach new heights

Although Japan was the first country to build offshore wind project in the region, only 136 MW of offshore wind has been installed by 2022. The government aims to achieve 10 GW of offshore wind by 2030 and 30-45 GW by 2040 in order to decarbonize energy sector. As a result, a large number of new wind projects will be needed.

This panel will feature representatives of offshore wind development in Japan and discuss challenges and opportunities in projects.

  • RWE,which was the only foreign company which won 684MW of wind power in a consortium with a Japanese partner for three projects in the second round in Japan.
  • Marubeni Offshore Wind Development. which was established to develop offshore wind projects, including the Akita Noshiro Offshore Wind Project, Japan's first large-scale offshore wind project.
  • Orrick, leading international law firm in the renewables sector, which advises investors, developers and sponsors on all aspects of alternative energy projects and help drive innovations.

Moderator & Panelists

ModeratorJean-François RÉBEILLÉPrincipal, ReTo Conseil
PanelistsTom WalshHead of Offshore Development - Japan, RWE Renewables Japan G.K.
Hisafumi ManabePresident & CEO, Marubeni Offshore Wind Development Corporation
Minako WakabayashiPartner - Energy & Infrastructure, Orrick Tokyo Law Offices & Auditor
Japan Wind Power Association (JWPA)


Panel Discussion 2

Biodiversity: The Untapped Opportunity for Business Resilience and Growth

This panel tackles a critical, yet often under-discussed, topic: biodiversity. We will delve into the concrete ways biodiversity preservation and restoration are becoming a strategic advantage for businesses. Industry leaders from Japan and Europe will share their experiences with:

  • Measuring & Disclosing Impact: Innovative approaches to quantify and communicate the impact of businesses on ecosystems.
  • Nature-Positive Strategies: Practical solutions for reducing biodiversity footprint and contributing to a nature-positive impact.
  • Navigating Regulations: Understanding how evolving policies affect businesses and strategies for navigating this changing landscape.

Moderator & Panelists

ModeratorStefan Le DuGeneral Manager & Head of Sustainability Intelligence, Asuene
PanelistsHirotaka HideshimaCounsellor on Global Strategy, Norinchukin Bank / TNFD Taskforce member
Jun SuzukiCoordinator, L'Oreal for the Future Japan Hub
Yuriko IwasakiHead of Communications, Unilever Japan Holdings

 

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