Japan and Other Nations Aim to Quadruple Sustainable Fuel Usage by 2035
Japan, along with several countries, announced plans to increase the use of sustainable fuels—including biofuels and low-carbon hydrogen—fourfold by 2035. This commitment was made ahead of COP30, the 30th Conference of the Parties to the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change, set to begin Monday in Belem, Brazil.
Joint Declaration and Support
The sustainable fuel initiative was proposed jointly by Brazil, Japan, and Italy. It has gained backing from 19 countries such as Canada, India, Mexico, and the Netherlands.
A Brazilian government official highlighted the broad appeal of the initiative, stating it attracts global support from both developed and developing countries, large and small alike.
Expanding Sustainable Fuel Use Across Industries
Sustainable fuels are being adopted in various sectors including aviation, shipping, and automotive industries. The declaration urges participating countries to implement policies that promote sustainable fuel use and to incorporate these efforts into their greenhouse gas emission reduction goals.
"The declaration calls for each country to advance policies to expand the use of sustainable fuels and to reflect these efforts in greenhouse gas emission reduction targets."
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Summary: Japan and multiple nations committed to quadrupling sustainable fuel use by 2035, emphasizing global cooperation and industry adoption to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.