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JPI Seminar on Clean Fuel Business Regulations

The Japan Planning Institute (JPI) is set to host an insightful seminar on August 27, 2026, focusing on the legal frameworks and practical adaptations concerning the clean fuel business. This pivotal event will feature Koji Fukatsu, a partner at TMI General Legal Counsel, who is renowned for his expertise in energy law and has previously served as a member of the J-Credit certification committee.

Seminar Overview

In alignment with the upcoming full-scale introduction of the GX-ETS (Green Transformation Emission Trading Scheme) in 2026, this seminar is poised to delve deep into the realm of clean fuels such as bioethanol, hydrogen, ammonia, and synthetic fuels. With the pressing need for a decarbonized society, understanding these regulations is crucial for industries involved in energy and fuel procurement.
The seminar will cover:

• - Practical responses to emissions trading based on both GX-ETS and the EU-ETS
• - Criteria for selecting business types in light of the regulatory differences for bioethanol, SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel), hydrogen, and synthetic fuels
• - Revenue design and procurement strategies utilizing clean fuel certificates and J-Credits

Target Audience

This seminar is particularly relevant for:

• - Corporate planning departments focused on energy business and decarbonization strategies
• - Purchasing and business development departments that manage fuel and electricity procurement
• - Environmental and sustainability sectors in manufacturing considering GX-ETS compliance
• - Financial and investment sectors involved in projects related to renewable energy and hydrogen

Detailed Agenda

1. Current Status and Trends of Biofuels
(1) Bioethanol
(2) Biodiesel
(3) SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel)
2. Current Status and Trends of Hydrogen and Related Fuels
(1) Hydrogen and Ammonia
(2) Synthetic Methane
(3) Synthetic Fuels
3. Emissions Trading Systems
(1) EU-ETS
(2) Japan's GX-ETS
4. Certificates and Credits
(including the Clean Fuel Certificate Scheme)
5. Q&A Session
6. Networking Session (Onsite only)
Attendees will have the chance for direct dialogue and networking, creating valuable connections beyond usual industry boundaries.
This unique opportunity allows participants to gain insights from an esteemed expert and foster collaboration.

Learning Formats

Participants can choose from various formats to attend the seminar:

• - Onsite Attendance (Excludes Archive)
• - Live Streaming (Excludes Archive)
• - Archived Attendance

Note: Onsite and live streaming attendees can add an archive option for an additional fee of ¥18,500 (tax included).

Fee Structure

• - Individual: ¥37,440 (tax included)
• - Groups (2 or more from the same entity): ¥32,440 (tax included)
• - Local government employees can attend for ¥11,000 each (limited to onsite and live streaming).

Additional Information

After the seminar, participants can submit questions to the instructor and build their network with fellow attendees, which is highly beneficial for creating new business opportunities.

For detailed information and registration, please visit: JPI Seminar Registration.

Contact Information

Japan Planning Institute, Inc.
Address: 5-2-32 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 106-0047
Tel: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: www.jpi.co.jp

About JPI

For over fifty years, JPI has been providing invaluable seminars aimed at connecting government, businesses, and citizens, facilitating informed decision-making in national policy and projects.