[Column] Explanation of the Causes and Measures of Global Warming and Japan's Initiatives in Relation to the SDGs
The 13th goal of the SDGs, "Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts," calls for measures to curb greenhouse gas emissions and the causes of environmental degradation.
**SDG 13: "Take Urgent Action to Combat Climate Change and Its Impacts"** In SDG 13, "Take Urgent Action to Combat Climate Change and Its Impacts," countries are called upon to implement measures to mitigate natural disasters resulting from climate change caused by global warming, as previously mentioned. **Japan's Initiatives for SDGs** As part of the global initiative aiming for a sustainable society, the SDGs propose the 13th goal, "Take Urgent Action to Combat Climate Change and Its Impacts." In Japan, a "Global Warming Countermeasure Plan" has been formulated to systematically advance measures against global warming, and efforts are being made towards the SDGs. The overall goals of the "Global Warming Countermeasure Plan" are as follows: - Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030 (compared to 2013 levels) - Further reduce emissions by 50% thereafter - Achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 Thus, the ultimate goal of realizing "carbon neutrality by 2050" is set forth. **Sector-specific Goals and Initiatives** Based on the overall goals, we will introduce the goals and initiatives of each sector. Currently, approximately 30% of greenhouse gas emissions in Japan come from... For more information, please read the continuation at the URL below or contact us.
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