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Yachiyo Engineering at the Global Nature Positive Summit 2026

Yachiyo Engineering Co., Ltd., a consulting firm based in Taito, Tokyo, dedicated to supporting corporate sustainability management through its consulting service "Sustainability Navi," is set to participate as a Platinum Partner at the upcoming Global Nature Positive Summit 2026. This international conference will take place from July 14 to 15, 2026, at the Kumamoto Castle Hall located in Champonmachi, Kumamoto City.

During the summit, experts from Yachiyo Engineering will take part in four official sessions, as well as exhibit at the accompanying NATURE TECH! exhibition. Here, they will showcase their initiatives to visualize the status of natural capital on a watershed scale and implement nature-positive strategies. Additionally, the company aims to participate in a high-level closed meeting exclusive to sponsors and stakeholders.

What is the Global Nature Positive Summit 2026?

The Global Nature Positive Summit focuses on achieving "Nature Positive" goals, prioritizing halting and reversing nature loss. Leaders from various sectors—businesses, financial institutions, local governments, researchers, and civil society—will gather to accelerate action for a more sustainable future. This event is particularly significant as it leads up to the 17th Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the Convention on Biological Diversity scheduled for October 2026, providing a platform for private sector approaches and interdisciplinary dialogue.

Event Details:

• - Date: July 14-15, 2026
• - Location: Kumamoto Castle Hall (3-40 Sakuramachi, Kumamoto City)
• - Organizer: Nature Positive Initiative (NPI), International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN-J)
• - Yachiyo Engineering's Role: Platinum Partner, Official Session Speaker, NATURE TECH! Exhibition

Background of Participation

As discussions surrounding natural capital evolve, shifting focus from disclosure measures to tangible outcomes, this summit represents a vital opportunity to present concrete actions and results aimed at realizing a nature-positive economy. Yachiyo Engineering's approach—rooted in expertise developed through infrastructure service provision and natural sciences—extends beyond mere disclosure support. It focuses on implementing measures that avoid, reduce, or restore impacts on nature while also facilitating financing mechanisms. This perspective resonates deeply with the summit’s vision and objectives.

Yachiyo Engineering is committed to contributing actively to the realization of a society that coexists harmoniously with nature by participating as a Platinum Partner.

Official Session Participation

At the summit, Yachiyo Engineering will engage in two breakout sessions and two official side events, totaling four sessions. Consistently emphasizing that actions speak louder than words, the company will showcase efforts revolving around the visualization of watersheds, groundwater, and ecosystems, hinged upon field implementation and systemic frameworks.

• - Session Themes:

1. Implementing Nature Positive in Society: Solutions from Japan Expanding to Asia and the World
- Breakout Session: July 14, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
2. Watershed Digital Twin 2026: Envisioning an Ideal Water Business Ecosystem
- Side Event: July 15, 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
3. Practicing Water Stewardship: How Collaborative Watershed Management Paves the Way for a Nature Positive Future
- Breakout Session: July 15, 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
4. Business Opportunities Arising from Nature Challenges
- Side Event: July 15, 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

Exhibition at NATURE TECH!

Additionally, Yachiyo Engineering will feature a booth at the NATURE TECH! exhibition, held concurrently with the summit (organized by Nikkei BP and free to enter). The theme of their booth, Connecting Business and Local Communities for Nature Positive, will emphasize the overlapping layers of nature, infrastructure, and human activities within watersheds.

The exhibition is open to the public, encouraging all attendees to visit:

• - Booth Number: NT-79

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About Yachiyo Engineering

With a strong foundation in infrastructure development and a deep understanding of natural sciences, Yachiyo Engineering provides comprehensive sustainability consulting through its "Sustainability Navi" service. This includes support for TNFD and CDP responses, water risk assessments, and watershed management. Through participation in this summit, the company seeks to accelerate practical initiatives towards achieving a nature-positive society in collaboration with domestic and international stakeholders.

For inquiries related to this release:
Yachiyo Engineering Co., Ltd. Sustainability Navi
Phone: 03-5822-6800
Email: [email protected]

Sustainability Navi Overview

As a partner facilitating growth for businesses and regions, Sustainability Navi focuses on key sustainability issues such as climate change, water risks, and biodiversity. Services range from assessment and evaluation to policy formation and strategic communication, tailored to address specific challenges and needs of various stakeholders.