#Japan #Tokyo #Methanol Business #Mitsubishi Gas Chemical #Carbopath

Seminar Overview

JPI (Japan Planning Institute) is set to host a seminar featuring Dr. Masaharu Matsukawa, Group Manager of the Carbon Neutral Project at Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Corporation. The seminar will delve into the latest progress in the methanol sector and explore the forefront of Carbopath implementation.

Event Details

• - Date: July 13, 2026
• - Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM JST
• - Location: Register Here

Speaker's Background

Dr. Masaharu Matsukawa has over two decades of experience in the methanol field, encompassing research, manufacturing, business strategy, and international operations. Currently, he oversees the carbon neutral strategy within Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's operations.

Key Insights from the Seminar

Participants can look forward to gaining practical knowledge on:

• - The latest developments and evolution of the methanol business and its value chain.
• - Implementation processes of the environmentally conscious platform, Carbopath, along with real-world case studies.
• - Methodologies to construct a decarbonized, profitable supply chain from a practical perspective.

Target Audience

This seminar is specifically designed for professionals in the following sectors:

• - Energy and Resource Planning or Strategy Departments
• - Chemical and Material Manufacturers and their Development or R&D Teams
• - Carbon Neutral and Decarbonization Promotion Departments
• - Investment and Project Promotion Teams in Trading Companies and Financial Institutions

Seminar Content

Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Corporation stands as the only global comprehensive manufacturer of methanol, engaging in resource development, manufacturing, and sales across the entire methanol value chain. Methanol, which can be produced from various recyclable carbon resources such as carbon dioxide, biomass, and waste, is recognized for its potential to be a core material in constructing a circular economy.

In this seminar, participants will learn about the environmentally friendly circular platform, Carbopath, focusing on what can be achieved through its implementation, relevant case studies, and future perspectives on the supply chain.

Topics Covered

1. Fundamentals of Methanol
(1) What is Methanol?
- Characteristics of Methanol
- Methanol Supply Chain
(2) Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Methanol Business
- Evolution and Expansion of Business
- Manufacturing Technologies for Methanol
2. Environmental Circular Methanol: Carbopath
(1) Methanol for Carbon Neutral and Circular Economy
(2) Understanding Carbopath
3. Towards the Social Implementation of Carbopath
(1) Efforts in Producing Environmentally Circular Methanol
(2) Initiatives for Utilizing Environmentally Circular Methanol
4. Future Perspectives and Challenges
5. Q&A Session
6. Networking Opportunity

The seminar offers a unique opportunity for participants to engage directly with the speaker, helping to answer questions and foster networking across different sectors, providing valuable insights for practical applications and new collaborations.

Participation Options

• - In-person Attendance (archival content not included)
• - Live Streaming (archival content not included)
• - Archival Access

Participants opting for in-person or live streaming can avail a special offer priced at 18,500 yen (tax included) for added archival access.

Fees

• - Single Participant: 37,450 yen (tax included)
• - Additional Participants from the Same Organization: 32,450 yen (tax included)
• - Local Government Employees: 11,000 yen each (archival/live streaming only)

For detailed information and to register, visit this link.

Post-Seminar Inquiries

Following the seminar, participants can have their questions directed to the speaker, facilitating an environment ripe for networking and potential business creation. Additionally, archival content will be made available upon request even after the seminar concludes.