Exploring the Latest Trends and Challenges in e-Methane and Natural Gas in Japan

Upcoming Seminar on e-Methane and Natural Gas in Japan

On June 3rd, JPI (Japan Planning Institute) will host a significant seminar titled "Exploring the Latest Trends and Challenges in e-Methane and Natural Gas". This event will feature Atsushi Okuda, the Manager of the Energy and Environment Group at the Japan Gas Association, who will elaborate on the latest developments and challenges both domestically and internationally regarding e-methane and natural gas.

The seminar is in line with Japan's push towards carbon neutrality, where e-methane is at the forefront. As part of Japan's initiatives to lead globally in carbon-neutral strategies, the focus will be on the role of e-methane alongside traditional LNG (liquefied natural gas) during the transition period.

Date and Time of the Event

The seminar is scheduled for Tuesday, June 3, 2025, from 13:30 to 15:30 JST.

Please note that we will also accept registrations for archival viewing after the seminar concludes._

Seminar Overview

Japan's gas industry is making significant strides toward achieving carbon neutrality by actively pursuing the adoption of e-methane. At the same time, conventional LNG remains essential during this transitional phase due to its economic and environmental advantages. The seminar will cover:

- The importance of LNG in reaching carbon neutrality
- The positioning of e-methane within major energy policies
- Challenges, including CO2 accounting rules, associated with e-methane's introduction, along with international and domestic initiatives.

Key Topics to be Discussed

1. Policy Positioning of Natural Gas and e-Methane
- Assessment within major energy policies
- Current discussions surrounding energy policy
- Role in the 7th Basic Energy Plan
- Positioning in greenhouse gas reduction plans
- Contributions of natural gas and e-methane

2. Challenges in the Adoption of e-Methane
- Overview of existing challenges
- Measures to promote adoption
- Establishment of CO2 accounting rules (domestic and international)
- Development of environmental value trading systems

3. Development Projects for e-Methane
- Updates on real-world projects and expansions

4. International Trends
- Status of CCU and CR fuel projects worldwide
- Building partnerships and networks
- Current global momentum in promoting sustainable energy.

5. Q&A Session
6. Networking Opportunities
- We provide unique opportunities for attendees to exchange business cards and engage with each other post-seminar, facilitating the expansion of professional networks for potential business growth.

Participation Options

Attendees can choose from the following formats:

- In-person participation
- Live streaming
- Archive viewing (accessible for two weeks at any convenient time)

Registration Fee

- For one participant: ¥37,650 (including tax)
- For two or more participants from the same company: ¥32,650 (when applying simultaneously)
- Special rates for local government employees: Up to two individuals at ¥11,000 each (tax included), applicable only for in-person or live stream participation.

Further Information & Registration

For more details and to register, please visit: JPI Seminar Registration

Inquiries

For any questions, please contact:
Japan Planning Institute
5-2-32, Minamiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0047
TEL: 03-5793-9761
FAX: 03-5793-9767
Visit our website: Japan Planning Institute

About JPI

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