Exploring the Interconnection Between Food and Energy: An Online Event by Pal System
On November 8, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM, Pal System Cooperative (Headquarters: Okubo, Shinjuku) will hold an online event titled "EnerMiratalk: Food and Energy—Seeing the Invisible Connections." This initiative aims to delve into sustainable energy options that are friendly to our planet by examining their relevance to food production and supply. The talk will feature three guest speakers from various backgrounds including a shiitake mushroom producer and renewable energy experts, facilitating engaging discussions with participants.
The theme of the event is focused on the essential energy required for food production and transportation, making it a relatable issue for everyone. Current reliance on fossil fuels and nuclear energy in the agricultural industry exacerbates the troubles caused by climate change, thus indicating a need to rethink our energy procurement systems.
One key speaker is Atsuhiko Iizumi, a shiitake mushroom producer from Tsukuba City in Ibaraki Prefecture. As the chairman of JA Tsukuba City Yatabe, he will share his experiences of adversity following the nuclear disaster at Fukushima Daiichi, which led to a temporary halt in shipments and ongoing reputational damage even after operations resumed.
Seiya Miyake, the President of the Renewable Energy Promotion Organization based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, will discuss the true value of renewable energy. He will provide insights regarding both domestic and global energy landscapes and will highlight challenges present in Japan's current energy policies.
Additionally, Noriko Todoroki from the environmental NGO FoE Japan will join the discussion, focusing on domestic climate action initiatives. She will address topics such as renewable energy supply strategies, environmental conservation, and future directions for sustainability.
Event Summary
- Atsuhiko Iizumi (Senior Director, JA Tsukuba City Yatabe)
- Noriko Todoroki (FoE Japan, Director of "My Future" Project)
Program Schedule
15:00 - 15:05: Opening Remarks
15:05 - 15:20: Talk 1: Atsuhiko Iizumi
"Recovering from the Atomic Disaster: Agriculture and Climate Change"
15:20 - 15:35: Talk 2: Seiya Miyake
"Understanding the True Value of Renewable Energy"
15:35 - 16:25: Cross Talk
Including an overview of the "My Future" initiative led by Noriko Todoroki and a joint discussion.
16:25 - 16:30: Closing Remarks
Organizer: Pal System Cooperative Environmental Committee
Registration: Registration is available online until October 31, 2025, at 12 PM.
Profiles of Speakers
Pal System emphasizes its commitment to a sustainable future through actions guided by its 2023 environmental policy. This includes striving for a "decarbonized society," a "circular economy," and a "society in harmony with nature." In April 2025, they will announce the "Pal System Nature Positive Declaration," aimed at preventing climate change and biodiversity loss with diverse activities engaging their cooperative members.
In 2025, the theme "Thanks Earth! Actions We Can Take Now to Benefit the Planet" will spearhead community clean-up efforts and initiatives aimed at reducing food waste. As Pal System continues its vital role in resource recycling and energy transition, it remains dedicated to achieving its sustainability goals in partnership with local communities and cooperative members.
The theme of the event is focused on the essential energy required for food production and transportation, making it a relatable issue for everyone. Current reliance on fossil fuels and nuclear energy in the agricultural industry exacerbates the troubles caused by climate change, thus indicating a need to rethink our energy procurement systems.
One key speaker is Atsuhiko Iizumi, a shiitake mushroom producer from Tsukuba City in Ibaraki Prefecture. As the chairman of JA Tsukuba City Yatabe, he will share his experiences of adversity following the nuclear disaster at Fukushima Daiichi, which led to a temporary halt in shipments and ongoing reputational damage even after operations resumed.
Seiya Miyake, the President of the Renewable Energy Promotion Organization based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, will discuss the true value of renewable energy. He will provide insights regarding both domestic and global energy landscapes and will highlight challenges present in Japan's current energy policies.
Additionally, Noriko Todoroki from the environmental NGO FoE Japan will join the discussion, focusing on domestic climate action initiatives. She will address topics such as renewable energy supply strategies, environmental conservation, and future directions for sustainability.
Event Summary
- - Date & Time: November 8, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
- - Platform: Zoom Meeting (with limited-time archive access planned)
- - Speakers:
- Atsuhiko Iizumi (Senior Director, JA Tsukuba City Yatabe)
- Noriko Todoroki (FoE Japan, Director of "My Future" Project)
- - Capacity: 500 participants
- - Cost: Free
Program Schedule
15:00 - 15:05: Opening Remarks
15:05 - 15:20: Talk 1: Atsuhiko Iizumi
"Recovering from the Atomic Disaster: Agriculture and Climate Change"
15:20 - 15:35: Talk 2: Seiya Miyake
"Understanding the True Value of Renewable Energy"
15:35 - 16:25: Cross Talk
Including an overview of the "My Future" initiative led by Noriko Todoroki and a joint discussion.
16:25 - 16:30: Closing Remarks
Organizer: Pal System Cooperative Environmental Committee
Registration: Registration is available online until October 31, 2025, at 12 PM.
Profiles of Speakers
- - Atsuhiko Iizumi: An expert in shiitake production with a background in photography, who redirected his career to focus on sustainable agriculture after the 2011 disaster.
- - Seiya Miyake: An accomplished professional in the energy sector with extensive experience in electrical engineering and renewable energy advocacy.
- - Noriko Todoroki: A dedicated climate action advocate who transitioned from the fashion industry into environmental work, focusing on initiatives making sustainable action accessible to all.
Pal System emphasizes its commitment to a sustainable future through actions guided by its 2023 environmental policy. This includes striving for a "decarbonized society," a "circular economy," and a "society in harmony with nature." In April 2025, they will announce the "Pal System Nature Positive Declaration," aimed at preventing climate change and biodiversity loss with diverse activities engaging their cooperative members.
In 2025, the theme "Thanks Earth! Actions We Can Take Now to Benefit the Planet" will spearhead community clean-up efforts and initiatives aimed at reducing food waste. As Pal System continues its vital role in resource recycling and energy transition, it remains dedicated to achieving its sustainability goals in partnership with local communities and cooperative members.
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