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Quiz: What do Spain and Aomori have in common? Answer: Great winds and greater will. https://lnkd.in/gy3mPSDZ #floatingoffshorewind #floatingwindplatform #massproduction #regulatorychange #fisheryliasison #regulatoryreform #operationsandmaintenance #governmentalincentive #floatingwind #energysecurity #economicefficiency #japanoffshorewind #offshorewindsupplychain #洋上風力発電 #洋上風力 #コスト削減 #大量生産 #インフラ強化 #浮体式 #地産地消 #国産再エネ #自給率 #経済効率 #経済再生 #漁業調整 #浮体式洋上風力 #地域合意形成 #エネルギーセキュリティ #青森港 #拠点港 #基地港 #排他的経済水域 #政府は政府の役割 #やるならやらねば #洋上風力は未来への希望

There are concerns about the opening Indonesian high-speed railway. ...... Fear that it will become a 'negative legacy' Indonesia's first high-speed railway opened on 2 January, the result of a USD 7.3 billion (USD 1.1 trillion) project and part of China's One Belt, One Road initiative. With a maximum speed of 350 km/h, it connects Jakarta to Bandung, a distance of 138 km, in about one hour. The route, which used to take three hours, has been significantly shortened and is expected to ease traffic congestion in the metropolitan area, which is said to be the worst in the world. On the other hand, some people seem to be wary of being saddled with Chinese debt, and some say that the Japanese method should have been adopted as originally proposed. ◆The first high-speed train in Southeast Asia, the Indonesian 'Whoosh', opens. The train consists of eight cars and has 601 seats. The official name is 'Whoosh', which is an acronym for 'short time, optimum operation and reliable system' in Indonesian. PT KCIC, a joint venture between the state enterprises of four Indonesian provinces and China Railway International, will be responsible for the operation. Plans are underway to extend the line to other major cities. According to CNN (2 October), Indonesian President Joko Widodo emphasised the advanced nature of the train at the opening ceremony, saying it was "the first high-speed train in Indonesia, and the first in South-East Asia". Videos have already been posted on social media by passengers who have test ridden the train. As the train departed from Halim Station in East Jakarta and started its journey towards Padalaran Station in western Bandung, passengers seemed to enjoy the scenery of the Indonesian countryside from the spacious, air-conditioned train. Meanwhile, the road to opening was not smooth. Originally scheduled to open in 2019, it was significantly delayed due to land acquisition issues, the new corona pandemic and increased costs. Budget overruns reached the order of USD 1.2 billion (approximately JPY 180 billion), forcing the government to invest public funds, and other problems piled up. https://lnkd.in/g92TxUed

The government is considering adding four fields to the specified skills system: automobile transportation, railways, forestry, and lumber industry. "Specified Skilled Worker" is a status of residence established in 2019 to accept foreign human resources in industries with serious labor shortages.Currently, the target fields of "Specified Skilled Worker No. 1", whose period of stay is up to 5 years, are: , limited to 12 sectors such as agriculture, food and beverage manufacturing, and restaurant industry. The target areas for Specified Skilled Worker No. 1 will be increased from the current 12 to 16, marking the first addition since the system was established in 2019. Related ministries and agencies will hold discussions with a view to making a decision within this fiscal year. https://lnkd.in/gzEcrSnQ #JAPAN #Statusofresidence #specialskilledworker #workvisa #employment #Kumamoto #VISA #簽證 #在留资格

Call for Applications for Demonstration Transport Participants for the "Demonstration Study on the Central Corridor" Call for Applications for Demonstration Transport Participants for the "Demonstration Study on the Central Corridor" is officially announced as of August 1, 2024. The initiative aims to diversify and strengthen international logistics to ensure a stable global supply chain. The SPAN Central Corridor, which connects China, Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Europe through various transport methods, will conduct a demonstration transport study. The purpose is to verify the feasibility of alternative transport options that can serve as a viable business continuity plan (BCP) for existing sea and air transport routes between Japan and Europe.<br><br> The public recruitment period for participating businesses is from August 1, 2020, to August 30, 2020. The targeted participants include Japanese shippers, Japanese logistics companies, and related entities. The demonstration transport is scheduled to commence between September and November 2024, utilizing routes that connect Japan and European cities through the Central Corridor. The selection process will be conducted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, which will evaluate the feasibility of the demonstration transport and the versatility of the selected transport means and routes.<br><br> Verification items in the demonstration transport study will include transport costs, lead time, transport quality, transport procedures, and traceability among others. This project stems from the "Demonstration Study on the Central Corridor" funded by the FY2023 supplementary budget and outsourced by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. Participants will receive funding of 1 million yen per transport, allocated from national funds as "costs related to research cooperation."<br><br> Interested parties are instructed to complete the application form and submit it via email or traditional mail. The email submission should be directed to ahqt-intl-logistics@ki.mlit.go.jp. Mail submissions should be sent to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism at the provided address in Tokyo. Additional details and related materials, including a press release, project overview, application guidelines, and application forms for shippers and logistics companies, are available in different formats for reference.<br><br> For further inquiries, contact can be made with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, specifically through the Logistics and Road Transport Bureau, Logistics Policy Division, International Logistics Office. The contact numbers provided include extensions for staff members, as well as a direct line for communication.<br><br> #MotiveAsia #Japan https://lnkd.in/gTQDtFmu

Today, we joint press released with ORIX Eco Services to Begin Domestic Sales and Reuse of Used Solar Panels. And published in Nikkei. https://lnkd.in/gqD5TJ7q The introduction of the Feed-in Tariff Scheme for purchasing renewable energy at fixed prices (FIT Scheme) in 2012 accelerated the spread of solar power generation. As the life span of solar panels is generally 25 to 30 years, a large amount of used solar panels are expected to be disposed of in the latter half of the 2030s. Meanwhile, in Japan, due to a lack of information on reuse needs and a lack of established commercial distribution channels for reuse, used solar panels are not reused domestically, but are mainly sold overseas or going to waste. ORIX Eco Services and ORIX Renewable Energy Management Corporation (OREM) will continue to reduce environmental impact by promoting resource recycling. #reuse #modules #recycle #pv #japan #solar #plant #ORIX #pless

Since the founding of UPDATER (formerly Minna Denryoku, namely Everyone's power), the company has overcome the rough patch of rising electricity market prices and will update society not only in the renewable energy sector but also through 'visualisation' of many lifestyles in the future! The company's enthusiasm for the future is expressed in the following interview article. The keywords are fun and excitement!

The collaborative initiative with Toba City in Mie Prefecture, titled "Commencement of Co-creation Project Balancing Individual Self-realization and Community Problem-solving through Multigenerational Connections and Mutual Support," has been featured in the Chunichi Shimbun. https://lnkd.in/gJV56QBg （Everytime I see my pic. on a published article, I wonder why this picture was selected... I wish I could be even a little better :) )

Having key guiding principles is very important - helps us define our ‘why’ :)

🌍 Creating New Social Standards Through Dialogue 🌍 Reflecting on our journey at DOMI Earth, I've been reminded of the transformative power of dialogue and collaboration. The Toyota Foundation has featured our Power to Change | DOMI Earth initiative, which demonstrates how social issues like climate change and poverty can be addressed through innovative business models. Here are some key strategies: - Minus Plus Model: This model promotes going paperless and reallocating savings to support underprivileged families, addressing both environmental and social issues simultaneously. - Collaborative Learning: By sharing experiences and motivations, participants from Taiwan, Thailand, and Japan developed a deeper understanding of local and global challenges. - Empowering Youth: Young leaders are at the forefront, using their creativity and energy to drive change and inspire new solutions. Toyota Foundation's article explores these concepts and the incredible impact they’ve had on our communities. 👉 Read the full article (in Japanese) here https://lnkd.in/gK5-YHNh What innovative solutions are you implementing to address social and environmental issues? Share your thoughts below! #DOMIEarth #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility #Environmental #ESG #PowerToChange

Jelper Club has published an article titled "世界トップ学生の就職活動2024 - 日本企業が世界の新卒採用競争を制するためのガイドライン" This guideline contains insights into the job-hunting trends of top students abroad and recommendations for strategies to recruit these candidates. It is a must-read for companies looking to hire world top students or expand their business globally. Be sure to check it out. Here are the links: Part 1: https://lnkd.in/gMUA_4hE Part 2: https://lnkd.in/gXzMySVs