Japan will officially launch its national emissions trading system (GX-ETS) in April 2026. What exactly is GX-ETS? How does the system work? What impact will it have on greenhouse gas reductions, corporate climate strategies, and Japan’s broader decarbonization pathway?
Climate Integrate invites you to a symposium that will bring together policymakers, experts, and stakeholders to deepen understanding of the system. The event aims to provide clear insights into the system while fostering dialogue on its implications for climate policy and corporate action.
Schedule / How to participate
Date & Time: March 19, 2026 (Thu) 14:00-16:30 (JST)
Language: Japanese and English (simultaneous interpretation available)
Online attendance: Free of charge. For registration, click here (pre-registration required)
Program
(Subject to change)
14:00 Introduction
Part I: What’s GX-ETS?
- Overview of GX-ETS
Masaharu Ohara, Senior Deputy Director, Environmental Economy Office, GX Group, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) - Key Features and Significance of GX-ETS
Prof. Toshihide Arimura, Waseda University - Key Issues of GX-ETS
Kimiko Hirata, Executive Director, Climate Integrate
Part II: Panel Discussion “GX-ETS Implementation and the Future of Climate Policy in Japan”
Panelists:
・ Prof. Karsten Neuhoff, DIW Berlin (online)
・ Takashi Tsubakino, Climate Change Department, Tokyo Metropolitan Government
・Prof. Toshihide Arimura, Waseda University
Facilitator: Kimiko Hirata, Executive Director, Climate Integrate
16:30 Closing
