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Asuene Participates in 'Ending the Scorching Summer WEEK'

Asuene Corporation (headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, CEO: Kohei Nishiwada) is set to join an innovative initiative led by the Japan Climate Leaders Partnership (JCLP), which will take place from August 1 to August 9, 2026. This event will focus on raising awareness and mobilizing action around climate change issues.

On August 7, a flagship event will occur at SHIBUYA SAKURA STAGE and Solasta Shibuya, featuring CEO Kohei Nishiwada and President Tomokazu Akita from i-Grid Solutions. They will discuss 'Solutions for Decarbonization Innovators,' sharing insights on national pathways for decarbonization in light of accelerating international trends driven by climate change and energy crises. Additionally, middle and high school students involved in exploratory activities supported by Asuene will present their policy proposals aiming to reduce CO2 emissions from buildings in Tokyo, calculated using the sustainability AI platform 'ASUENE'.

Asuene is committed not only to promoting decarbonization within businesses but also to fostering the next generation's awareness and understanding of climate education. This collaboration signifies the importance of societal consciousness surrounding climate change action, especially considering the current challenging climate conditions that significantly affect people's lives and corporate activities. The company recognizes the urgency of adopting decarbonization strategies and cultivating a new wave of environmentally conscious leaders.

Background of 'Ending the Scorching Summer WEEK'

Recent years have witnessed extreme heat and heavy rainfall, underscoring the dire impacts of climate change on both companies and individuals' daily lives. Businesses are called to take action towards sustainable management, and there’s an increasing need to nurture broader societal awareness surrounding climate issues. Asuene supports various sustainability AI platforms, such as 'ASUENE', which help businesses integrate decarbonization principles into their operations effectively.

Through academic partnerships, the company has also assisted students in analyzing climate change data and applying it to tackle social challenges. As a full member of JCLP, Asuene endorses the grassroots efforts to promote decarbonization strategies and sustainable management.

In agreement with the goals of JCLP, Asuene is participating in 'Ending the Scorching Summer WEEK', creating opportunities for the public to view climate change as a personal issue while encouraging action from both businesses and the upcoming generation.

Event Details and Focus Areas

The flagship discussion on August 7 will be titled 'Solutions for Decarbonization Innovators,' where Kohei Nishiwada and Tomokazu Akita will share insights on how startups from Japan can contribute to solving energy crises and climate change. Nishiwada will present Asuene’s initiatives based on the sustainability AI platform 'ASUENE', showcasing how businesses can successfully transition to eco-friendly practices.

Moreover, the students’ presentations will highlight the power of youth engagement in addressing climate change. They utilized 'ASUENE' to assess their school’s CO2 emissions and formulated policy proposals directed at reducing Tokyo's carbon footprint from buildings.

This collaboration began with a request from students at Dalton Tokyo High School who expressed their desire to take initiative against climate change. Asuene responded by assisting with CO2 data calculations and analysis using 'ASUENE', aiding these young scholars in their quest to identify and address pertinent issues.

Understanding 'Ending the Scorching Summer WEEK'

Climate change is not just a distant reality; it's a pressing threat to our everyday lives in Japan. However, there remains a significant gap between experiencing the heat and comprehending its connection to climate change. To bridge this gap, the Japan Climate Leaders Partnership designated August 8 as 'Ending the Scorching Summer Day', now recognized by the Japan Anniversary Association, spurring various initiatives during the 'Ending the Scorching Summer WEEK' from August 1 to August 9. During this week, programs will address climate change, collecting voices from the community to galvanize societal action.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: Ending the Scorching Summer Day
• - Date: August 7, 2026, 10:30 AM to 5:45 PM
• - Method: Onsite and online
• - Location: Shibuya Solasta Conference Hall 4F (Invitational only) and SAKURA STAGE
• - Online Participation: Registration Link

Asuene's Related Programs

1. Solutions for Decarbonization Innovators
- Speakers: Tomokazu Akita (i-Grid Solutions) and Kohei Nishiwada (Asuene)
- Time: 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM

2. Youth Proposals on Climate Change
- Content: Students calculate school CO2 emissions with 'ASUENE' and present proposals aimed at reducing emissions from buildings in Tokyo.

About Asuene Corporation

• - Company Name: Asuene Corporation
• - Business Activities:

- Sustainability AI Platform 'ASUENE'
- Supply Chain Management AI Platform 'ASUENE SUPPLY CHAIN'
- AI-based Sustainability Recruitment Platform 'ASUENE CAREER'

• - Group Companies:

- Carbon Credit Integration AI Platform 'Carbon EX'
- Third-party Assurance/Verification and Disclosure Advisor 'ASUENE VERITAS'
- AI Data Integration Platform 'Anyflow'
- AI Energy Reduction Platform 'NZero'

• - Capital: 8.3 billion yen (including capital surplus)
• - CEO: Kohei Nishiwada
• - Address: 1-3-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Shinjuku, 6th Floor, Tokyo Toranomon Global Square
• - Locations: Japan, Singapore, USA, Thailand, UK, Philippines
• - Website: https://corp.asuene.com/