The Japanese government received approval for a plan aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent by fiscal 2035 compared to levels from fiscal 2013. However, it dismissed demands for a more ambitious goal.
During a joint session of the Environment Ministry and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, officials and experts also reached a consensus on a long-term objective of achieving a 73 percent reduction by fiscal 2040.
These targets, which some experts present at the meeting criticized as inadequate to fulfill global climate commitments, are nearing finalization and are scheduled for submission to the United Nations by February 2025.
The government has specified sector-specific emission reduction goals for fiscal 2040, compared to fiscal 2013 levels. These include reductions of 74 to 83 percent in the business sector, 64 to 82 percent in transportation, and 71 to 81 percent in households, as reported by Kyodo News.
