The next decade is critical for the climate. Here’s how the circular economy can help
A more circular world will require new collaborations that can address stalemates, reshape standards and speed efforts to tackle the climate.
The global environment crisis, coupled with pressing social and economic challenges, are increasingly putting pressure on Japan to make the transition to more sustainable socio-economic systems to build a more prosperous and inclusive future. In its 2020-2021 term, the Global Future Council on Japan will bring together a multi-stakeholder expert group to formulate a new vision and path for Japan’s sustainable transition, focusing primarily on the food system and the circular economy, two of the most critical areas for a country that relies heavily on global food and natural resources.
Co-chairs
Council Managers
Mariko Mori, Government Engagement Lead, Tokyo Office, World Economic Forum
Saya Nagasawa, Coordinator, Tokyo Office, World Economic Forum
A more circular world will require new collaborations that can address stalemates, reshape standards and speed efforts to tackle the climate.
Japan plans to harness the power of government and business to create a 'decarbonization domino effect' to become a carbon neutral country by 2050.