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Upcoming Free Seminar on Decarbonization Trends

As the world moves towards a sustainable future, the demand for decarbonization is affecting SMEs across all sectors, regardless of their scale. The Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Labor Bureau is hosting a free seminar on January 22, 2026, to discuss the latest developments in decarbonization and the critical role that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play in this transition.

Seminar Overview

This event will delve into how SMEs can actively participate in achieving a decarbonized society by 2026. Attendees will gain insights into government support programs, recent environmental policies, and examples of forward-thinking SMEs that have embraced decarbonization strategies.

Recommended For:

• - Business owners looking to start decarbonization efforts
• - Employees in management, planning, or carbon reduction initiatives at SMEs
• - Individuals seeking knowledge on how to implement decarbonization strategies and funding opportunities
• - Those interested in understanding the roles that SMEs are expected to fulfill in the future

Key Details:

• - Theme: The New Role of SMEs Toward a Decarbonized Society in 2026
• - Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
• - Location: PASONA SQUARE, 16th Floor, 3-1-30 Minamiaoyama, Minato Ward, Tokyo (Online participation available)
• - Cost: Free
• - Speaker: Yuusuke Inoue, Director of Decarbonization Mobility at the Ministry of the Environment

About the Speaker

Yuusuke Inoue joined the Ministry of the Environment in 2003 and has extensive experience in areas such as natural environment conservation, environmental taxation, climate change policies, and resource recycling initiatives. His previous roles include serving in the UK Department for Energy and Climate Change, as an environmental monitoring chief in Kitakyushu City, and leading the Decarbonization Lifestyle Promotion Office.

Seminar Agenda:

1. Overview of Domestic Trends and Policy Roadmap toward Carbon Neutrality
2. The Need for Decarbonization in the Supply Chain and the Role of SMEs
3. Case Studies of SME Initiatives and Government Support Measures
4. Q&A Session
5. Introduction to Tokyo's HTT Initiatives and Support Programs

Special Incentive:

After the seminar, HTT implementation navigators will be available to answer questions regarding Tokyo's subsidies, aiding participants in understanding available financial support.

How to Register

Interested participants are encouraged to register for this insightful seminar. You can easily sign up through the provided link.

Additional Contact

For more assistance and inquiries, visit:
HTT Contact Page

Past Seminar Reports

To gain insights into previous seminars, you can browse the reports available at:
HTT Past Reports

Contact Information

HTT Implementation Navigator Project Office
Contractor: Pasona Inc.
Address: 3-6-5 Iidabashi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 102-0072
Phone: 03-6633-3615
Website: HTT Official Site
Facebook: HTT Facebook Page

Join us in taking the first steps towards a decarbonized future for SMEs!