8th International Conference on Carbon Recycling 2026: Summary Report
On October 9, 2026, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) successfully hosted the 8th International Conference on Carbon Recycling. Taking place at the Westin Hotel Tokyo and online, this conference attracted approximately 1,000 participants from 26 countries, including about 450 attendees in person and 540 joining virtually.
The primary goal of this year’s conference was to explore the technologies and market dynamics necessary for transforming CO2 into a valuable resource for fuels, chemicals, and construction materials. A special highlight included a video presentation by Professor Susumu Kitagawa from Kyoto University, a Nobel Laureate in Chemistry in 2025, who emphasized the importance of advancing towards a sustainable