Japan aims to boost renewable energy to 40-50% of its electricity supply by 2040, alongside a 20% contribution from nuclear power, as part of a strategic push to meet rising energy demand sustainably.
Japan's government has unveiled a draft of its revised basic energy policy, targeting renewable energy to account for 40-50% of the country's electricity supply by fiscal year 2040. The plan also includes nuclear power contributing another 20%, showcasing Japan's commitment to a sustainable energy future amid rising demand.
As the world’s second-largest importer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and a significant consumer of Middle Eastern oil, Japan's energy strategy is closely watched by global oil, gas, and coal markets.
The draft energy policy outlines a shift away from coal-fired thermal power plants, aiming to reduce their share in electricity generation from 68.6% in 2023 to between 30% and 40% by 2040, though the specific breakdown of coal, gas, and oil usage remains unspecified.
The policy draft highlights the importance of LNG-fired power as a transitional measure, with both government and private sectors working together to secure long-term LNG contracts to mitigate risks of price fluctuations and supply disruptions.
Japan's nuclear energy strategy also reflects a return to reliance on nuclear power. Despite challenges following the 2011 Fukushima disaster, the draft policy sets a 2040 nuclear contribution target of 20%, aligning with the 2030 goal of 20-22%. In 2023, nuclear power only made up 8.5% of Japan's energy supply.
The new plan removes the previous objective of minimizing reliance on nuclear energy and proposes constructing advanced next-generation reactors at sites where existing reactors are being decommissioned.
Japan's energy policy demonstrates a significant step forward in balancing renewable sources, nuclear energy, and LNG imports to ensure a stable and sustainable electricity supply for the future.
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Russia and Iran have agreed to intensify cooperation in developing international transport corridors, especially the North-South corridor. The move aims to improve trade flows and create smoother transportation conditions for goods traveling through both countries.
The Houthis, ruling northern Yemen, have claimed responsibility for the seventh drone attack on the US aircraft carrier USS Harry Truman since its arrival in the Red Sea. The group also warned it is monitoring developments in the Gaza Strip.
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