How Japan’s Ambitious Renewable Energy Goals Could Inspire Global Change

Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses Japan’s ambitious plan to source over half of its energy from renewables by 2040. This initiative will primarily rely on wind, solar and, potentially, nuclear energy, alongside liquid natural gas. As a heavily industrialized and energy-dependent nation, Japan’s success could serve as a model for other countries, including the United States, to transition to sustainable energy solutions.


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