The Ministry of the Environment has announced the content to be exhibited at the “Japan Pavilion” during the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), which will be held in Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22, 2024. The theme this time is “Solutions to the World,” and it will serve as a platform to showcase Japan’s advanced decarbonization technologies and initiatives to the global audience.
How much can Japan’s advanced technologies contribute to global decarbonization?
COP29 is an international conference that has been held since 1995, bringing together leaders from national governments, international organizations, local governments, NGOs, and businesses to discuss the direction and rules for mitigating global warming. This time, it will take place in Baku, the capital of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
At this international conference, Japan will set up the “Japan Pavilion” to showcase 12 technologies, products, and services. These technologies are expected to take a significant step toward realizing a decarbonized society, not only in Japan but also worldwide.
For example, Hitachi Zosen Corporation will exhibit its “innovative waste treatment system,” which centers on waste incineration technology and enables highly efficient CO2 recovery. This system aims to create a circular economy and achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by utilizing waste-derived electricity, renewable energy, and hydrogen produced using seawater desalination technology. The energy and hydrogen derived from waste are also expected to play a role as alternative resources to fossil fuels in the future.
Additionally, the geospatial information platform exhibited by ArkEdge Space Inc. will use satellites to detect and analyze changes and risks in the natural environment, making a significant contribution to risk management in the face of climate change.
Other advanced technologies on display will include glass recycling technology for solar panels, an integrated watershed water cycle simulator, and CCS (Carbon Capture and Storage) solutions for net-zero emissions.
Japan has played an active role in international climate change efforts. At COP29, the technologies and initiatives presented by Japan are expected to inspire other countries and contribute to global decarbonization efforts.
In addition to physical exhibitions, the “Japan Pavilion” will also feature virtual exhibits (online), providing participants worldwide the opportunity to experience Japan’s technologies firsthand.
Press Release Available Here