Exploring Energy Utilization and Carbon Neutrality in Shunan City: A Local Perspective

Seminar on Energy Utilization and Carbon Neutrality in Shunan City

Japan Planning Institute (JPI) is excited to announce a seminar featuring Mr. Kentaro Yuyama, the head of the Carbon Neutral Promotion Office at Shunan City's Department of Commerce and Industry. The seminar, titled "Utilization of Regional Characteristics in Energy and Challenges for a Carbon Neutral Shunan Complex," will take place in Tokyo on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 13:30 to 15:30.

This event will delve into how Shunan City can utilize its unique regional characteristics to harness energy resources effectively. The city is known for producing a significant amount of high-purity hydrogen and boasts that forested areas comprise about 80% of its landscape. This creates a unique opportunity to explore the utilization of hydrogen and woody biomass resources.

Seminar Agenda

The seminar will cover the following topics:

1. Overview of Shunan Complex: An introduction to the industries and operations within the region.
2. Efforts in Hydrogen Utilization: A comprehensive look at how hydrogen is being integrated into various sectors.
3. Woody Biomass Material Utilization: Discussion about initiatives focused on biomass, including its benefits and applications.
4. Shunan Carbon Neutral Promotion Council Initiatives: Insights into the collaborative efforts among public, private, and academic institutions aimed at enhancing industrial competitiveness while promoting decarbonization.
5. Q&A Session: An opportunity for attendees to engage with the speaker and seek clarifications on their queries.
6. Networking Session: A dedicated time for attendees to exchange business cards and foster connections that could lead to potential business expansion.

This seminar is designed specifically for those attending in person, as it will not be live-streamed or archived. Each participant will pay a fee of ¥37,620 (tax included). Additionally, for each paid admission, one companion can join for free upon registration. Special pricing is available for public sector employees, allowing two participants for ¥11,000 (tax included).

For more details and to register, please visit the seminar registration page.

After the seminar, there will be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions directly to the speaker, enhancing the interactive nature of this event. Participants will benefit from the chance to build a professional network with both the speaker and fellow attendees, which is invaluable for creating new business opportunities.

About Japan Planning Institute

Established to serve as a bridge between the government, private sector, and academia, JPI has been providing valuable information to upper management executives for over half a century through exclusive, real-world seminars that support national policies and initiatives.

For inquiries, please contact:
Japan Planning Institute, Inc.
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