December 24, 2024 3:18 PM

Japan aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions 60% by 2035 vs 2013 levels

Japan's environment and industry ministries on Tuesday finalised a plan to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 60% from 2013 levels by 2035, up from its 2030 goal of a 46% cut. The move follows the Biden administration's new U.S. target under the Paris climate agreement to slash GHG emissions by 61%-66% below 2005 levels by 2035, a goal officials called achievable by states even if President-elect Donald Trump reverses federal policies. In November, Japanese ministries unveiled a draft plan ...