Japan

Japan vows to cut down GHG emissions by 46% by 2030

The country is considered the fifth biggest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world.

Japan vows to cut down GHG emissions by 46% by 2030

The country is considered the fifth biggest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world.

J-Power shuts down plans for new coal-fired power plant

The power company is considered the biggest coal-fired power company in Japan.

Canadian Solar starts construction of four solar projects in Japan

The projects total 143 MWp worth of generation capacity.

J-Power to convert Virginia coal plant into solar and storage facility

The project construction and redevelopment will begin from 2022.

JERA to build 600 MW offshore wind project in Japan

It will be constructed off the coast of Tsugaru and Ajigasawa.

Hydrogen value chain to be developed in Japan

It will cover all aspects of low-carbon hydrogen production to utilisation.

Mitsubishi Power kicks off ammonia-fueled 40MW gas turbine development

The company aims to commercialise the turbine by 2025.

Japan to triple Fukushima Prefecture's wind power generation

It will be raised to 360 MW capacity in FY 2024.

Cold snap, power demand surge tighten Japan's supply

Prices have breached $618 per MMBtu last month.

Japanese business lobby pushes coal-friendly policy

A study revealed that it has undermined the country’s climate change efforts.

Japan's offshore wind development hampered by high costs

About 80% of the country's potential sites would require floating turbines.

Japan to launch new policy for offshore wind projects

It plans three or four project each year until end-2030.

Japan tightens state lending for overseas coal plants

It received criticisms in funding such plants in Indonesia and Vietnam.

Japanese policy still focussed on long-term energy security

No formal change to existing policy has been announced.

Japan eyes 10 areas for offshore wind development

Six were selected as promising for future developments.