The world is enduring a sweltering summer like never before. In Japan, a recent survey conducted by ELEMINIST, a service guiding sustainable living, highlights growing public concern over rising temperatures and their connection to global warming...
Last month, Kurage Rengo began selling the “Kurage Mark 5 S,” a beach cleaning tool designed specifically for marine microplastics. Available on their online shop, the new model is a stainless steel upgrade from its predecessor...
（Japanese version below：記事後半から日本語でお読みいただけます） Are you interested in exploring sustainable spots in Tokyo? An exciting media event is coming up on August 24 at a sustainable cafe in Tokyo, Japan! This is the release event for Zenbird’s “Sustainable...
This autumn, Hoshino Onsen Tombo-no-Yu in Karuizawa will be bringing back their special “Apple Bath” campaign on October 17-20 and November 7-10 this year. It will feature 1,000 non-standard apples, those deemed unsuitable for sale due...
A recent survey conducted by Manaby Co., Ltd., which runs the information site “Mana Pocket” focused on disabilities and welfare services, has revealed that relationships, work, and family are the leading triggers for depression among...
Canon Inc. has launched a new sorting device capable of high-precision identification and separation of black plastic fragments, a development that could significantly enhance recycling processes. The company began taking orders for the device...
Harch Inc., a company dedicated to web media operations and sustainability support, will hold the Demo Day for the first cohort of its startup support program, CIRCULAR STARTUP TOKYO, on August 3. The event will showcase the efforts of 16 teams that...
Mitsubishi UFJ Bank and venture investment firm Inclusion Japan have partnered with Movimento Metropolitano to host the MUFG ICJ ESG Accelerator, dubbed “FOOD×TECH Mercato.” The event highlighted innovative ventures striving to achieve sustainable...
Amita Holdings Co., Ltd. (hereafter Amita HD) is highly involved in engaging the circular economy, including 100% recycling of industrial waste and designing circular communities. It is currently aligning its business strategy towards 2030 with its...
The Sustainable Plastics Initiative, known as SusPla, is set to hold its founding general meeting on July 16, promising to be a significant step toward expanding Japan’s market for recycled plastics. Administered by the Sustainable Management...