Location: Senoko, Singapore. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Blog Post. Solution details: Encouraging cycling to reduce carbon footprint; Partnership with sustainable brands to promote climate protection

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Senoko, Singapore. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Honoring energy savers through a campaign; Promoting energy conservation awareness

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: 락원1동, North Korea. Climate event: climate change-related disasters. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: North Korea's efforts to phase out coal to mitigate climate change-related disasters; The need for large investments in environmental solutions; Vulnerability to domestic turmoil and international interference without external assistance

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Toyokawa, Japan. Climate event: heavy rainfall. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: The development of SECUREA Garden Toyokawa Yawata Station Minami as part of an urban development project.; Incorporation of green infrastructure to manage heavy rainfall and prevent flood damage.; Use of locally sourced materials to reduce CO2 emissions.

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)

Green infrastructure distribution; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Corpus Christi, United States. Climate event: energy transition. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Port of Corpus Christi is committed to leadership in atmospheric climate action and energy transition.

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Corpus Christi, United States. Climate event: water scarcity. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: The city of Corpus Christi is exploring other water projects, including groundwater import and wastewater recycling.

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: London, United Kingdom. Climate event: Extreme Weather. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Achieve net zero carbon emissions from operations by 2027; Achieve net zero carbon emissions across all activities by 2040; Support the Square Mile to reach net zero by 2040; Invest £68m over six years to support these goals; Prepare the Square Mile for extreme weather events

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Resilient communication and transportation system (road, airport, etc.)

Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage

Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Resilient communication and transportation system; Resilient utility supply system; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: Westminster, United Kingdom. Climate event: Extreme Weather. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Commitment to become a carbon-neutral council by 2030 and a carbon-neutral city by 2040; Strategies to address climate change impacts on vulnerable populations; Initiatives to improve air quality, biodiversity, and energy efficiency

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)


Location: Westminster, United Kingdom. Climate event: Extreme Weather. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Building resilience against climate change impacts; Protecting vulnerable populations from climate risks; Improving building efficiency and access to sustainable transport

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Care for vulnerable groups

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Resilient communication and transportation system (road, airport, etc.); Safety and disaster preparedness education; Care for vulnerable groups


Location: City of London, United Kingdom. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: The City of London has been recognized as a global leader in climate action by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).; The City Corporation has committed to supporting the Square Mile to reach net zero by 2040.; The City aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions in its own operations by 2027 and its full value chain by 2040.

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Public funds; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: City of London, United Kingdom. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: The 2024 CEAP Update Report provides information on climate change actions and achievements in London.; The report includes actions by the community and various levels of government.; The City of London is preparing a Climate Change Adaptation Framework to be released in 2025.


Location: Dawei, Myanmar. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Policy Brief. Solution details: Legal reforms to protect indigenous land; Addressing policy gaps threatening local communities; Enhancing land management practices for emission reductions

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Hamamatsu, Japan. Climate event: Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Use of optical technology to measure greenhouse gases; Detection and measurement of nitrogen compounds, total organic carbon, chemical oxygen demand, and chlorophyll a

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring


Location: Palaw, Myanmar. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: The Myanmar Climate Change Strategy aims to integrate climate change adaptation and mitigation into national policies.; It focuses on building capacity among government officials to address climate change impacts.; The strategy includes developing and implementing local approaches to identify and address climate change vulnerabilities.; It promotes ecosystems-based adaptation in township-level planning and implementation of nature-based solutions.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Kawthaung, Myanmar. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations, National or Local Government, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Nature-based solutions as public goods; Building local resilience with scientific data; Understanding SDG 13 & 3ZERO House Values; Bioclimatic Tool for local solutions

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Pamanukan, Indonesia. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Regional governments urged to take climate change seriously; Advocacy by Deputy Minister of Home Affairs for climate action

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Brighton, United Kingdom. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: The University of Brighton is involved in initiatives and collaborations aimed at addressing climate change through innovative solutions.; The university engages with various stakeholders, including businesses and communities, to foster partnerships and develop strategies for climate resilience and sustainability.; The university contributes to climate change mitigation and adaptation through research and collaboration.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Tokyo, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Mandate for rooftop solar panels in Tokyo from 2025; Updated building standards for energy efficiency; Introduction of new emission reduction targets in key sectors

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Infrastructure routine maintenance; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Tokyo, Japan. Climate event: Methane emissions. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Roundtable on Meeting the Twin Challenges of Climate Change and Energy Security through Methane Mitigation; Exploration of pathways to reduce harmful methane emissions


Location: Yokohama, Japan. Climate event: Abnormal weather and disasters. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050; 30% reduction in carbon emissions before 2030; Awareness-raising activities related to energy saving and renewable energy; Virtual Power Plant Project; Installation of storage batteries in local disaster shelters

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Emergency shelter construction

Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Emergency shelter construction; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic); Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: Yokohama, Japan. Climate event: Heat stress, river and coastal flooding. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Lowering energy usage; Reducing air and water pollution; Managing waste; Preserving biodiversity; Limiting GHG emissions; Adapting to hazards such as sea-level rise, increased storm surges, floods, mudslides, and strong winds

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Resilient industry; Infrastructure routine maintenance; Forestry & reforestation


Location: Yokohama, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Accelerating climate action through U.S.–Japan partnership and inter-city collaboration

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Kawasaki, Japan. Climate event: General climate change mitigation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy document. Solution details: Promote behavioral change in citizens and businesses through the ‘Decarbonization Action Mizonokuchi’ plan.; Switching all electricity used in major public facilities to renewable energy.

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Kawasaki, Japan. Climate event: General climate change mitigation. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News article. Solution details: Collection and recycling of used clothing.; Visualization of citizens' CO2 reduction contributions.

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency


Location: Kawasaki, Japan. Climate event: General climate change mitigation. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News article. Solution details: Development of technology for aquaculture that is sustainable and robust against external factors.; Utilization of sea near ports and coasts for aquaculture.


Location: Saitama, Japan. Climate event: Emissions Reduction. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: webpage. Solution details: Saitama ETS achieved a 40% reduction in emissions below base-year levels.; The system required facilities to reduce emissions to 20% or 22% below base-year emissions.; In FY2022, 79% of covered facilities achieved their targets.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Saitama, Japan. Climate event: Carbon Dioxide Emissions. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: webpage. Solution details: Saitama grants Eco-Up certification to businesses engaged in emission reduction.; Subsidies for photovoltaic systems are provided.; A climate change plan is in place.

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Chiba, Japan. Climate event: Global Warming. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: National Report. Solution details: Collecting carbon dioxide emissions from factories along Tokyo Bay; Storing carbon dioxide deep under the seabed

Industrial carbon reduction
Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy

Carbon dioxide capture and storage (CCS)


Location: Setagaya, Japan. Climate event: CO2 Emissions Reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Setagaya Line began operating on 100% renewable energy; Electricity used on seven railway lines, including the Toyoko Line, is now renewable; Energy-saving equipment and renewable energy adopted in buildings, roads, and infrastructure facilities

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Setagaya, Japan. Climate event: CO2 Emissions Reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Setagaya Line runs exclusively on renewable energy since 2019; Tokyu Corp. achieved 100% renewable-powered train services in 2022, cutting CO2 emissions by 160,000 tons annually


Location: Ota, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Special Expo25 Edition of the Green Technology Book entitled 'Green energy solutions for climate change in the Asia-Pacific' was launched, highlighting over 200 climate solutions available today and tomorrow.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Ota, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit 2025 aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The summit emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Nerima, Japan. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: National or Local Government, Civil Society/Local Community, Research Institution/University. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Installation of emergency alert systems for heatstroke prevention; Development and distribution of heatstroke prevention wristwatches; Establishment of cooling spots in government facilities and local private businesses

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Care for vulnerable groups

Short-term solutions focus on immediate response, emergency relief, and rapid recovery following a disaster event.

Emergency warning and public alerts; Care for vulnerable groups; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Adachi, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan Climate Initiative (JCI) celebrated its 5th anniversary, focusing on climate action and decarbonization.; The initiative involves Japanese Non-State Actors (NSAs) and has seen a steady increase in membership.; JCI has laid the foundation for the 'Ambition Loop,' a collaborative effort between the government and NSAs to enhance climate action.

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Adachi, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Climate Action Tracker evaluates and tracks the effectiveness of climate policies in reducing emissions and achieving climate targets.; It provides insights into global climate efforts, emissions pathways, and net-zero target evaluations.

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Edogawa, Japan. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: Promoting the elevation of Shinozaki Park to secure evacuation routes to the Edogawa Levee.; Support for municipalities working on risk assessment to prevent damage caused by broken retaining walls for residential land.

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Emergency shelter construction

Emergency shelter construction; Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair


Location: Funabashi, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: report. Solution details: Switching to renewable energy sources for generating electricity; Utilizing state-of-the-art IoT technology for early diagnosis

Switch to renewable energy from hydropower generation; Switch to renewable energy generation from biomass


Location: Kawaguchi, Japan. Climate event: CO2 emissions reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Replacement of fluorescent lights with LED ones; Installation of solar power generation systems; Joining Japan Climate Initiative; Support for TCFD recommendations; Revision of CO2 emission reduction targets; Joining RE100 initiative

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Itabashi, Japan. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Promoting eco-friendly actions through digital diagnostic tools; Encouraging residents to adopt a 1.5°C lifestyle by simple actions like switching off unused electronics and using energy-saving bulbs; Promoting the use of green curtains to mitigate the heat island effect

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Real-time updates and information transparency


Location: Itabashi, Japan. Climate event: Global warming. Actor: Local Government. Text type: policy document. Solution details: Reducing CO2 emissions by cutting down electricity and water usage; Encouraging the use of reusable bags and reducing kitchen waste; Promoting low-emission vehicles and non-motorized transport

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Hachioji, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Government Policy Document. Solution details: Utilizing IoT and AI for marine biodiversity conservation; Developing ultra-compact weather radar for disaster prevention; Promoting blue carbon initiatives using seaweed for CO2 sequestration

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience


Location: Hachioji, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Event Announcement. Solution details: Focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal; Expansion of renewable energy; Strong citizen commitment to climate action

Dissemination and international collaboration

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building


Location: Suginami, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Tsugami Corporation is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.; The company supports the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures.


Location: Koto, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: JCI held the Japan Climate Action Summit (JCAS) 2023 to build momentum for climate action in Japan.; Accelerate concrete actions by all actors.; Strengthen the Japanese government’s reduction targets and climate policies.; Engaged in direct dialogues with relevant government ministries.; Prepared a specific proposal for the design of carbon pricing policies.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation; Government emergency and quick response funding; Financial assistance for reconstruction support


Location: Ichikawa, Japan. Climate event: General climate change policy. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan's climate change policy includes making coal plants more efficient, which is criticized for being costly for both the country's economy and global climate goals.; Japan plans to continue using coal to supply 19% of its electricity in 2030, contrasting with the G7's promise to decarbonize electricity by 2035.

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Matsudo, Japan. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Matsudo City was designated an 'SDG Future City' by the Cabinet Office in 2022.; The city is working under the concept of 'A Sustainable and Compassionate City'.; Initiatives include creating a safe and inclusive living environment for all generations.; Regionally led approaches to address key challenges such as disaster response, climate change, housing policy, and AI integration in public services.; Practical initiatives include visual mapping methods using community and staff feedback to break down complex issues.; Examples of AI tools supporting urban planning and streamlining approval processes.

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Regular disaster evacuation drills; Local official crisis management training


Location: Katsushika, Japan. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Katsushika City participated in COP28 to present its initiatives on climate change action and biodiversity conservation.; The city aims for decarbonisation by 2050, with specific reduction plans by transport and industry.; Promotion of hydropower and solar power as renewable energy sources.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Fujisawa, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Development of Fujisawa Sustainable Smart Town (Fujisawa SST); Reduction of CO2 emissions by 70% compared to 1990 levels; Reduction of household water consumption by 30%; Achieving a renewable energy utilization rate of over 30%; Enhancing solar power networks; Adopting next-generation energy storage technologies

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic); Infrastructure routine maintenance; Green infrastructure distribution


Location: Machida, Japan. Climate event: CO2 emission reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Minami-machida Grandberry Park wins the Grand Prize for the 31st Global Environment Awards sponsored by the Fuji Sankei Group.; Adoption of energy-saving equipment and renewable energy in buildings, roads, and infrastructure facilities.; Efforts to reduce energy and CO2 emissions.; Development into a high-density, compact, multi-functional city with good access to transportation lines.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system; Infrastructure routine maintenance; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Shinagawa, Japan. Climate event: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction. Actor: International Organizations, Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Achieving net-negative operational greenhouse gas emissions; Participation in C40's Climate Positive Development Program

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Shinagawa, Japan. Climate event: Sustainable Urban Development. Actor: National or Local Government, Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Integration of nature spaces in urban areas; Use of smart grid technologies and renewable energy; Conversion of food waste into biomass

Green infrastructure distribution; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Kashiwa, Japan. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: Promotion of public transport and bicycle use; Development of mobility solutions in areas with less public transport; Encouragement of community facility use to prevent heatstroke

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Low-carbon transportation system; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Yokosuka, Japan. Climate event: Air pollution, Climate change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Legal document. Solution details: Legal challenge against coal-fired power plant construction; Appeal against court decision; Criticism of streamlined environmental impact assessment

Dissemination and international collaboration

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk

Legal challenge; Public awareness and activism


Location: Kawagoe, Japan. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Report. Solution details: Detailed climate change data and analysis over a 16-year period to inform the public and stakeholders about the increasing severity of climate change impacts.

Data collection and database establishment


Location: Kita, Japan. Climate event: Marine biodiversity conservation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Government policy document. Solution details: Japan’s latest tech using IoT and AI to replicate natural ocean environments in aquariums could be a new solution for marine biodiversity conservation.; A new Japanese technology utilizes the power of a natural microbe known as dark septate endophyte to combat soil degradation and climate change.

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring


Location: Kita, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Initiative (JCI) will host the Japan Climate Action Summit (JCAS) 2025 to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The summit emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Kita, Japan. Climate event: Energy policy. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Think tank report. Solution details: Japan's 7th Strategic Energy Plan, the new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), and the Green Transformation (GX) policy are influenced by heavy industry.; The document highlights the influence of heavy industry in shaping these policies.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Industrial carbon reduction
Low-carbon transportation system

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Industrial carbon reduction
Long-term
Low-carbon transportation system
Mitigation and clean energy

Industrial carbon reduction; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Shinjuku, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit 2025 aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The event will bring together various non-state actors in Japan to demonstrate a strong commitment to climate action.; Emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Shinjuku, Japan. Climate event: Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Government Policy Document. Solution details: Japan's latest tech using IoT and AI to replicate natural ocean environments in aquariums could be a new solution for marine biodiversity conservation.; A new Japanese technology utilizes the power of a natural microbe known as dark septate endophyte to combat soil degradation and climate change.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Shinjuku, Japan. Climate event: Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Report. Solution details: Evaluates Japan's efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving climate targets.; Offers insights into Japan's progress towards net-zero emissions and assesses the effectiveness of its climate strategies.

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Koshigaya, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan aims to achieve its international commitment of 46% reduction in GHG emissions in FY 2030 and net-zero GHG emissions by 2050.; Japan intends to transform its energy supply and demand structure, which would lead to a stable and inexpensive energy supply.; Japan aims to reform its industrial and economic structure to support decarbonization.

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Tokorozawa, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change Mitigation. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Corporate Sustainability Report. Solution details: Replaced 4,800 fluorescent lights with LED ones at the Tokorozawa Works, achieving a shift to 100% LED lighting.; Equipped all newly constructed Group factories with solar power generation systems to increase energy self-sufficiency and reduce CO2 emissions.; Switched the electricity used at the Tokorozawa Works to virtually CO2-free electricity derived from renewable energy sources, resulting in an annual reduction of approximately 11,700 tons of CO2 emissions.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building


Location: Nakano, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy document. Solution details: Establishing a long-term adaptation plan; Promoting clean energy; Implementing low-carbon transportation systems

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Toshima, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Sustainability Report. Solution details: Toshiba Group aims to achieve carbon neutrality at production sites and offices by FY2030 and in the entire value chain by FY2050.; Investing in energy-saving equipment and introducing renewable energy facilities.; Enhancing sustainability by providing products, technologies, and services that contribute to reducing GHG emissions.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Meguro, Japan. Climate event: Waste-to-energy. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Meguro Waste-to-Energy Incineration Plant uses advanced combustion technology to treat household waste, reducing landfill waste and generating electricity from the heat produced during incineration.

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Waste management; Energy generation from waste


Location: Meguro, Japan. Climate event: Building and transportation emissions. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: environmental insights. Solution details: The platform provides data for decision makers to advance climate solutions locally, including building and transportation emissions data.

Data collection and database establishment; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Meguro, Japan. Climate event: Solar power generation. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: corporate environmental initiative. Solution details: Solar power generation system installed at Motosumiyoshi Station to utilize natural solar energy, covering approximately 10% of the station's electricity consumption.; Recycling rainwater and greening spaces to reduce energy and CO2 emissions.

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: Sumida, Japan. Climate event: Urban Heat Island Effect. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy document/report. Solution details: Rainwater storage tanks were installed to support disaster prevention and mitigate Urban Heat Island Effect.; Development of rain gardens and green spaces to facilitate groundwater infiltration and restore the natural urban water cycle.

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Green infrastructure distribution; Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)


Location: Sumida, Japan. Climate event: Flooding. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Blog/Informational site. Solution details: Community-based educational activities to help people learn about the rain cycle, how to build and maintain storage systems, to support disaster preparedness.; Efforts to reduce single-use plastic consumption and better recycling.

Dissemination and international collaboration

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Waste management


Location: Ichihara, Japan. Climate event: Global Warming. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: National Report. Solution details: Collecting carbon dioxide emissions from factories along Tokyo Bay; Storing carbon dioxide deep under the seabed; Reinforcing pipeline with mortar to withstand earthquakes

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Fuchu, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Japan's 7th Strategic Energy Plan focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions.; The Green Transformation (GX) policy aims to integrate renewable energy sources.; The Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) set ambitious targets for emissions reduction.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Hiratsuka, Japan. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News article. Solution details: Promoting community-based Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) initiatives; Mixed attendance mode for workshops, including in-person and online participation

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Minato, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Investment in Asuene Inc. to measure and reduce CO2 emissions; Support for decarbonization and ESG management; Combining Asuene’s services with Daikin’s energy-saving HVAC equipment and energy management systems

Industrial carbon reduction; Technology innovation


Location: Soka, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News article. Solution details: Promoting empowerment of youth; Encouraging local-level action for climate change; Fostering global solidarity to address climate change

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Chigasaki, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Environmental Insights Report. Solution details: Tree canopy coverage estimated at 15%; Rooftop solar potential estimated to offset 377,000 tCO2e per year

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Biodiversity conservation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Yamato, Japan. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Investment in satellite data and AI for solving agricultural and climate issues; Public-private partnership for renewable electricity production and consumption; Carbon neutrality declaration for parcel delivery products


Location: Yamato, Japan. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: sustainability report. Solution details: Installation of low NOx regenerative burner; Fuel conversion to LNG; Use of LEDs in plant facilities; Introduction of single-stage preheater; Use of renewable energy; Carbon neutrality by 2050

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Yamato, Japan. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: CSR report. Solution details: Partnership agreement for achieving carbon neutrality; Carbon neutrality declaration for parcel delivery products; Ongoing initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions


Location: Kasukabe, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Accelerating decarbonization efforts to achieve the 1.5°C target; Collaboration of non-state actors in co-creating solutions

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Chofu, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: report. Solution details: Introduction of new emission reduction targets in key sectors such as steel and iron industry; Revision of offshore wind auction’s scoring system to prioritize feasible projects; Revision of building standards for energy efficiency from 2025; Commitment to full coal phase-out by 2030; Stop public financing of fossil fuel projects overseas; Priority to scale-up renewable energy capacity; Strengthen EV target to phase out fossil-fuel passenger cars by 2035

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Shibuya, Japan. Climate event: flooding. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: Implemented an urban river monitoring system to provide rapid evacuation guidance and prevent flooding.; Uses high-resolution precipitation data from the Japan Meteorological Agency.; Linked to live cameras and weather forecast information from private companies.; Facility can temporarily store approximately 4,000m3 of rainwater.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting


Location: Bunkyo, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit 2025 focuses on achieving the 1.5°C goal through decarbonization.; The summit emphasizes renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Ageo, Japan. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: Japan aims to achieve its international commitment of 46% reduction in GHG emissions in FY 2030 and net-zero GHG emissions by 2050.; Japan intends to transform its energy supply and demand structure, which would lead to a stable and inexpensive energy supply.; Japan aims to reform its industrial and energy sectors to support decarbonization.

Industrial carbon reduction; Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Atsugi, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Japan's 7th Strategic Energy Plan focuses on renewable energy targets and carbon pricing aligned with international standards.; The Green Transformation (GX) policy aims to phase out coal and ammonia co-firing by 2035.; Promotion of zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) in transportation.

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Arakawa, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Reducing CO₂ emissions and increasing sustainable procurement rates; Diversifying rosin sources for natural capital; Addressing Circular Economy and achieving KIZUNA Index targets

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Taito, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Japan aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60% from 2013 levels by 2035 and by 73% by 2040.; The strategy includes maintaining the current emissions reduction targets despite calls for more ambitious goals.

Government emergency and quick response funding; Financial assistance for reconstruction support


Location: Nishitokyo, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit (JCAS) 2025 aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The event will bring together various non-state actors in Japan to demonstrate a strong commitment to climate action.; Emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Yachiyo, Japan. Climate event: CO2 Emissions Reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Press Release. Solution details: Cosmo Oil Marketing begins supplying 100% renewable energy-derived electricity to Yachiyo City.; Aiming for an annual CO2 emissions reduction of approximately 5,940 tons across 75 municipal facilities.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Kodaira, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan aims to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.; The government announced a target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by fiscal 2030.; Japan is pursuing a further challenge of a 50% reduction in emissions.

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Mitaka, Japan. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: The city announced its aim to achieve virtually zero GHG emissions by 2050.; Promoting energy-saving measures and the implementation of renewable energy.; Achieved a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.; Achieved a 50% reduction in waste.; Achieved a 30% reduction in energy consumption.; Selected as an 'SDGs Future City' in 2018.; Selected as 'Decarbonisation Leading Areas’ in 2022.


Location: Odawara, Japan. Climate event: Typhoon. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Businesses in Odawara are transitioning to renewable energy sources like solar power.; Collaboration among businesses to move away from reliance on large utilities and meet energy needs locally.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring


Location: Tachikawa, Japan. Climate event: General climate change adaptation. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Website. Solution details: Development of a design strategy for climate change adaptation; Promotion of sustainable development practices

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Narashino, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Corporate Sustainability Report. Solution details: Introduction of 100% renewable energy derived from biomass and solar power at logistics centers.; Implementation of EMS-AI for optimizing temperature control to save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.; Commitment to Science Based Targets (SBT) for greenhouse gas emissions reduction.

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Kamakura, Japan. Climate event: Extreme weather, drought, flooding. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Focus on education and industry with the philosophy of leaving nobody behind, which aligns with SDGs.; Implement resilient agricultural practices that increase productivity and production, help maintain ecosystems, strengthen capacity for adaptation to climate change, extreme weather, drought, flooding, and other disasters.; Develop and implement holistic disaster risk management at all levels in line with the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Dissemination and international collaboration

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Kamakura, Japan. Climate event: Climate resilience. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Press Release. Solution details: Enhance urban resilience against climate change impacts.; Adapt to and mitigate climate-related challenges.

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Sakura, Japan. Climate event: Early cherry blossom bloom. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Blog post. Solution details: Preserving the sakura tradition calls for cultural care and environmental stewardship.

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Hino, Japan. Climate event: CO2 emissions reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Hino Motors is intensifying CO2 reduction activities through innovative technologies, daily improvements, and renewable energy.; In FY2022, Hino reduced global CO2 emissions from its plants by 50% compared to FY2013.; Hino expanded CO2 management to include non-production areas like dealers and offices.; All Hino plants in Japan use non-fossil certificates with virtually all power being 100% renewable energy.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Hadano, Japan. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Basic Policy for the Realization of GX (Green Transformation) focuses on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies and ammonia and hydrogen technologies in the power sector.; Japan continues to invest in fossil fuels, with plans to build new coal-fired power plants.


Location: Urayasu, Japan. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan Climate Initiative (JCI) held the Japan Climate Action Summit 2023 to discuss climate topics and accelerate decarbonization.; JCI aims to strengthen communication and exchange of strategies among actors implementing climate actions in Japan.


Location: Niiza, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Basic Policy for the Realization of GX (Green Transformation) introduced by the Japanese government as a new decarbonization strategy.; Focus on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies and ammonia and hydrogen technologies in the power sector.; Reluctance to move away from traditional energy sources.; Ongoing investments in fossil fuels and LNG contrast Japan’s commitments to achieve predominantly decarbonized electricity.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Chuo, Japan. Climate event: GHG transparency report. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementing the Joint Project for GHG transparency report and global stocktake in Tajikistan

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Chuo, Japan. Climate event: urban resilience. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: SCMaglev Chuo Shinkansen provides a new form of transportation with excellent environmental performance; Facilitating the modal shift from cars and airplanes to high-speed rail

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Long-term
Low-carbon transportation system
Mitigation and clean energy


Location: Chuo, Japan. Climate event: marine resource management. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: webinar. Solution details: Creating a Future Beyond Climate Change: Comprehensive Sustainability through Science-Policy Interfaces; Cooperation between nations for marine resource management

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Noda, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan's ODA targeting climate change as a principal or significant goal totaled US$16.5 billion, comprising 62% of bilateral allocable ODA.; Japan is tackling climate change through both mitigation and adaptation.; Japan provides ODA to help partner countries adapt to climate change and mitigate its effects in line with the Development Cooperation Charter.; The Japanese ODA charter has been revised to commit to providing ODA to help partner countries adapt to climate change and mitigate its effects.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Financial assistance for reconstruction support; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Sayama, Japan. Climate event: industrial emissions. Actor: National Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan's involvement in international initiatives aimed at cutting methane emissions; Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration; Infrastructure improvements for emission reductions


Location: Kuki, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change Adaptation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Journal Article. Solution details: Development of sponge cities with green walls, water squares, and floating regions; Adoption of laws to address vector-borne, food-borne, or water-borne infectious diseases and air pollution

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Green infrastructure distribution; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Higashimurayama, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Japan Climate Action Summit 2025 aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The summit will bring together various non-state actors in Japan to demonstrate a strong commitment to climate action.; Emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Iruma, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of the Green Transformation (GX) Basic Policy; Focus on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies; Development of ammonia and hydrogen technologies in the power sector; Ongoing investments in fossil fuels and LNG

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies; Ammonia and hydrogen technologies in the power sector


Location: Tama, Japan. Climate event: Typhoon. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Improvement of discharge capacity of rivers; Promotion of self-consumed renewable generation such as solar power generation and storage batteries; Expansion and installation of emergency power supplies

Short-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Society donation management

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair; Government emergency and quick response funding; Financial assistance for reconstruction support; Society donation management; Traveler advisories and transport management; Suspension of activities and public advisories


Location: 풍서2동, North Korea. Climate event: climate disaster prevention. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: North Korea strengthened the legal foundations for environmental protection and climate change response through the revision and expansion of laws such as the Environmental Protection Act and the Sea Pollution Prevention Act, and the adoption of the Air Pollution Prevention Act.; North Korea’s State Committee on Emergency and Disaster Management pursued projects on climate disaster prevention, including river reclamation, coastal seawall construction, and repair works in the agricultural sector.; Industry efforts to designate ship evacuation zones in case of maritime warnings and reinforcement of coastal structures in the fisheries sector.

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Emergency shelter construction

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall); Emergency shelter construction; Resilient communication and transportation system (road, airport, etc.); Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic); Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: 풍서1동, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis piece. Solution details: Integrating climate change considerations into socio-economic development strategies; Sustainable management and development of forests; Increase in renewable energy; Improved climate and environmental laws; Enhanced cooperation with the international community

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Forestry & reforestation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: 와이동, North Korea. Climate event: natural disasters. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Rebranding of disaster prevention ministry

Government emergency and quick response funding


Location: 와이동, North Korea. Climate event: climate change-related risks. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: report. Solution details: Engagement with the UNFCCC; Coordination of international cooperation on climate change

Dissemination and international collaboration

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building


Location: 석하1동, North Korea. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: analysis. Solution details: North Korea plans to achieve its climate goals through sustainable forest management, increased renewable energy, improved climate and environmental laws, and enhanced international cooperation.

Forestry & reforestation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: 석하2동, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Prolonged Rain Season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building


Location: 락청동, North Korea. Climate event: flooding. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Rebranding of disaster prevention ministry to improve disaster management strategies.

Government emergency and quick response funding


Location: 백토동, North Korea. Climate event: floods, drought. Actor: National or Local Government, International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of early warning systems; Infrastructure improvements; International collaborations

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Infrastructure routine maintenance; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: 련상2동, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Climate change as a potential avenue for re-engagement with North Korea


Location: Asaka, Japan. Climate event: Global Warming. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy document. Solution details: Promoting energy conservation and renewable energy; Transforming transportation systems to reduce CO2 emissions; Expanding the use of domestic timber to increase CO2 absorption; Collaboration with citizens and corporations for environmental goals; Sustainable travel initiatives for the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system; Forestry & reforestation; Dissemination & international collaboration


Location: Musashino, Japan. Climate event: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: Achieving virtually zero GHG emissions by 2050; Promoting energy-saving measures; Implementation of renewable energy; 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions; 50% reduction in waste; 30% reduction in energy consumption

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Musashino, Japan. Climate event: Climate Action Assemblies. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Municipality-led Climate Change Assemblies (CCAs); Support from civil society organisations

Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Misato, Japan. Climate event: Disaster Response. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan's latest tech using IoT and AI to replicate natural ocean environments in aquariums could be a new solution for marine biodiversity conservation.; IoT-Based Coral Reef Ecosystem Promotes New Conservation Standards.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Long-term solutions emphasize sustained resilience, adaptive capacity building, and systemic risk reduction.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Misato, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit (JCAS) 2025 aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The summit emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Private investment

Dissemination and international collaboration; Public funds; Private investment


Location: Toda, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal; Expansion of renewable energy; Strong commitment from citizens

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Abiko, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Environmental Insights. Solution details: Data-driven insights for climate action; Building emissions analysis; Transportation emissions analysis

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Data collection and database establishment; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Ebina, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Blog post. Solution details: Accelerate methane abatement by deploying leak detection and improving transparency.; Modernize and expand the grid to remove transmission bottlenecks and unlock renewable generation.; Enhance energy system resilience by investing in batteries, storage, and virtual power plants.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts


Location: Zama, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Blog. Solution details: Accelerate methane abatement by deploying leak detection and improving transparency.; Modernize and expand the grid to remove transmission bottlenecks and unlock renewable generation.; Enhance energy system resilience by investing in batteries, storage, and virtual power plants.

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment; Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution


Location: Kokubunji, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Introduction of new emission reduction targets in several key sectors of the economy, including the steel and iron industry.; Revision of building standards with upgraded energy efficiency standards from 2025.; Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies and ammonia and hydrogen technologies in the power sector.

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: Koganei, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Policy. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Report. Solution details: Analysis of Japan's 7th Strategic Energy Plan; Discussion on Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC); Green Transformation (GX) policy

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Koganei, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Policy. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Government Policy Overview. Solution details: Abenomics; Innovation; Diversity; International development

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Koganei, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Policy. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Event Announcement. Solution details: Focus on decarbonization; Achieving the 1.5°C goal; Renewable energy expansion; Citizen commitment

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Higashikurume, Japan. Climate event: Biodiversity conservation. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News article. Solution details: Partnership with Higashikurume Nature Foreai Volunteers for the 'Learn from the Forest' project; Environmental impact assessments in regions with significant biodiversity; Monitoring and disclosing outcomes of conservation efforts

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Biodiversity conservation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Fujimino, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Accelerating decarbonization efforts to achieve the 1.5°C target; Collaboration of non-state actors in co-creating solutions

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Akishima, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Journal Article. Solution details: Development of sponge cities with green walls, water squares, and floating regions; Adoption of laws to address vector-borne, food-borne, or water-borne infectious diseases and air pollution

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Green infrastructure distribution; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Fujimi, Japan. Climate event: General climate policy. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Report. Solution details: Analysis of Japan's 7th Strategic Energy Plan; Evaluation of new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC); Assessment of Green Transformation (GX) policy


Location: Toride, Japan. Climate event: Climate Emergency Declaration. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector, National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Toride City Sustainable Education Project launched to support children in developing knowledge and values for sustainable futures.

Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Sakado, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Japan's 7th Strategic Energy Plan; New Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC); Green Transformation (GX) policy

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Industrial carbon reduction; Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Isehara, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Japan Climate Initiative (JCI), local governments, organizations, NGOs. Text type: Report. Solution details: National strategies to help species adapt to moving northward by replanting corals or seaweed; Collaborations and training programmes for farmers and fishers; Setting up new trade deals with farmers and fishers

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Yotsukaido, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies; Promotion of ammonia and hydrogen technologies in the power sector; Investment in renewable energy solutions

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Inagi, Japan. Climate event: Carbon Neutrality. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Subsidies for energy creation and energy-saving equipment for self-consumption to achieve a decarbonized society.

Financial assistance for reconstruction support


Location: Inagi, Japan. Climate event: Global Warming. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Use of 100% renewable energy power in city facilities.; Introduction of solar power generation equipment and storage battery for public facilities.

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Yashio, Japan. Climate event: wildfires. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan adopted the Green Transformation (GX) Basic Policy aimed at achieving emissions reduction, stable energy supply, and economic growth.; The GX policy targets a 60% reduction in GHG emissions from fiscal 2013 levels by fiscal 2035 and 73% by fiscal 2040.; Japan aims to make renewable energy the main source of power, tripling renewable energy capacity and doubling the global average annual rate of energy efficiency improvements.; The government has embraced a circular economy with net-zero emissions or climate positive emissions.

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Private investment

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Resilient industry; Public funds; Private investment; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Higashiyamato, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Data-driven insights for informed decision-making; Global reach and accessibility for sustainability efforts

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Ayase, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: webpage. Solution details: Investment in decarbonization-related activities; Care for Earth Investment Framework for environmental startups; Green Solution Project for carbon neutrality

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Ayase, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: webpage. Solution details: Use of IoT and AI for marine biodiversity conservation; Development of e-rickshaw ecosystem for decarbonization; Blue carbon initiatives using seaweed for CO2 sequestration

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience


Location: Wako, Japan. Climate event: marine biodiversity conservation. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan’s latest tech using IoT and AI to replicate natural ocean environments in aquariums could be a new solution for marine biodiversity conservation.

Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Wako, Japan. Climate event: GHG emissions reduction. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: policy document. Solution details: Japan’s current NDC target is 46% GHG reduction with efforts to reach 50%, by 2030 compared to 2013 levels.; The Japanese government is aiming for a target 60% GHG emissions reduction by 2035 and 73% GHG reduction by 2040 compared to 2013 levels.

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Wako, Japan. Climate event: decarbonization. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit 2025 aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The summit emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Akiruno, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Report. Solution details: Analysis of Japan's climate and energy policies; Focus on Japan's 7th Strategic Energy Plan; Discussion on Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC); Green Transformation (GX) policy


Location: Akiruno, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Event Announcement. Solution details: Focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal; Bringing together non-state actors in Japan; Emphasizing renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment


Location: Akiruno, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Establishing 100 or more Decarbonization Leading Areas by 2030; Part of Japan's strategy to achieve carbon neutrality; Involves scientific research support, technology innovation, and infrastructure development

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: Gyoda, Japan. Climate event: Extreme weather. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan's government is focusing on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies and ammonia and hydrogen technologies in the power sector.; The GX policy aims to introduce renewable energy and improve power supply system efficiency.; Japan continues to invest in fossil fuels, planning to build new coal-fired power plants.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Hanno, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Introduction of new emission reduction targets in key sectors; Updated building standards for energy efficiency; Mandate for rooftop solar panels in Tokyo from 2025

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Komae, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News article. Solution details: Accelerating decarbonization efforts to achieve the 1.5°C target; Collaboration of non-state actors in co-creating solutions

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Okegawa, Japan. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Tree planting activities; Reduction of energy use; Introduction of renewable energy; Change to low-GHG-emitting types of fuel; Change the type of refrigerant in fluorocarbon-using equipment; Proactively procure ingredients with low GHG emissions

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Kunitachi, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal; Emphasis on renewable energy expansion; Encouraging citizen commitment to climate action

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Shiki, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Journal Article. Solution details: Development of sponge cities with green walls, water squares, and floating regions; Adoption of laws to address vector-borne, food-borne, or water-borne infectious diseases and air pollution

Green infrastructure distribution; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Warabi, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Introduction of new emission reduction targets in key sectors; Updated building standards for energy efficiency; Mandate for rooftop solar panels in Tokyo from 2025

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Musashimurayama, Japan. Climate event: General climate policy. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Report. Solution details: Japan's 7th Strategic Energy Plan and new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) focus on Green Transformation (GX) policy.; Heavy industry influences these policies.


Location: Musashimurayama, Japan. Climate event: General climate policy. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News Article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit 2025 focuses on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The summit emphasizes renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment.


Location: Tsurugashima, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News Article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit 2023 focused on accelerating decarbonization efforts to achieve the 1.5°C target.; The summit emphasized the need for a 65% reduction in global CO2 emissions by 2035.; Collaboration of non-state actors in co-creating solutions to further accelerate climate action.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Moriya, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Reducing CO2 emissions through transportation modal shift; Switching to LED technology to reduce electricity consumption; Reducing N2O emissions from dairy farming; Promoting carbon farming in Betsukai Town; Purchase of electricity from renewable sources

Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Kitamoto, Japan. Climate event: General climate change mitigation. Actor: Local Community. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Customized forest experiences to promote wellness and relaxation; Forest therapy as a certified activity by the Forest Therapy Society

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Care for vulnerable groups

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Care for vulnerable groups


Location: Shiroi, Japan. Climate event: None specified. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Report. Solution details: The Shiroi Data Center Campus adopted a system-module construction method for larger-scale modular architecture, systematizing and streamlining construction and production processes.; Building a facility for an on-site megasite solar power generation system and procuring electricity from off-site power generation facilities.; Member of Japan Electric Power Exchange's non-fossil value transactions, allowing the purchase and mediation of FIT non-fossil certificates.; Provides renewables-derived electricity using FIT non-fossil certificates to customers upon request.; Lithium-ion storage batteries installed as a power supply during emergencies are used during normal operations to promote load shifting and peak shaving in power demand.; Verified use in equalizing power for summer air conditioning and their peak shaving and load shifting performance, achieving a peak shaving effect of 10.8% of the total Shiroi DCC power demand.

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Personnel evacuation and shelter

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Gender equality in emergency management

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Mental health and psychological support

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Eliminate pests

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Prevent chemical contamination

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Short-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Society donation management

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Eliminate pests

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Care for vulnerable groups

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Eliminate pests

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Eliminate pests

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Eliminate pests

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Real-time updates and information transparency

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Traveler advisories and transport management

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment; Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution; Personnel evacuation and shelter; Care for vulnerable groups; Gender equality in emergency management; Mental health and psychological support; Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting; Lifeline management and supply guarantee (water, electricity, gas); Sanitation management; Waste management; Eliminate pests; Prevent chemical contamination; Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair; Government emergency and quick response funding; Financial assistance for reconstruction support; Society donation management; Traveler advisories and transport management; Suspension of activities and public advisories

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Eliminate pests

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Lifeline management and supply guarantee (water, electricity, gas)

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Eliminate pests

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Lifeline management and supply guarantee (water, electricity, gas)

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Eliminate pests

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories


Location: Sodegaura, Japan. Climate event: Carbon Neutral Challenge. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Keiyo Gas invests in X-ELIO's Sodegaura PV Plant to achieve their announced 'Carbon Neutral Challenge by 2050'.; The Sodegaura PV Plant has a capacity of 16 MW and is part of a strategy to foster investing in renewable energy power sources.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Hasuda, Japan. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: report. Solution details: Urgent adaptation and mitigation strategies; Managing extreme weather events; Improving air quality; Ensuring adequate water resources

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Personnel evacuation and shelter

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Care for vulnerable groups

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Urgent adaptation and mitigation strategies

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment; Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution; Personnel evacuation and shelter; Care for vulnerable groups; Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting; Lifeline management and supply guarantee (water, electricity, gas); Sanitation management; Waste management; Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair; Government emergency and quick response funding; Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment


Location: Fussa, Japan. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of the Green Transformation (GX) Basic Policy; Focus on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies; Ammonia and hydrogen technologies in the power sector; Continued investment in fossil fuels and LNG

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Zushi, Japan. Climate event: Global Warming. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Activity Report. Solution details: Drafting action plans for Zushi and Hayama; Establishing a Steering Committee for fair and just administration; Implementing '1.5℃ lifestyle challenge'; Promoting citizen awareness through IGES programme

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Hidaka, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Promotion of renewable energy expansion; Strong commitment of citizens to climate action; Focus on achieving the 1.5°C goal

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration; Public funds; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Hamura, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News Article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit 2025 aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The event will bring together various non-state actors in Japan to demonstrate a strong commitment to climate action.; The summit emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Shiraoka, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Promotion of green technology; Facilitation of sustainable technology marketplace

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Chiyoda, Japan. Climate event: Greenhouse Gas Reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: PHC Group's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative.

Industrial carbon reduction
Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy


Location: Chiyoda, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: event announcement. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit 2025 aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The event emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.