Clean technologies market in Japan

Japan’s clean technology sector is being shaped by national decarbonization efforts.

Through Green Transformation (GX) policy and GX2040 Vision, Japan is working to achieve a stable energy supply, economic growth and emissions reductions. This is creating demand for technologies that support industrial decarbonization and cleaner energy systems.

 

Industry highlights

46% greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction target by 2030

2050 target for carbon neutrality

Key opportunities for Canadian cleantech companies in Japan

  • Decarbonization technologies
  • Clean energy technologies
  • Hydrogen production technologies and storage
  • Energy efficiency technologies
  • Biomass

Japanese business landscape

Japan is advancing its Green Transformation (GX) policy through the GX2040 Vision. This national strategy is based on Japan’s 7th Strategic Energy Plan and supports:

  • a stable supply of energy
  • economic growth
  • emissions reduction

Japanese firms are actively seeking solutions in the expanding decarbonization market, including:

  • clean energy
  • hydrogen production and storage
  • energy efficiency
  • biomass

This creates opportunities for Canadian companies with technologies that align with Japan’s policy direction and industrial needs. 

Summary

Japan offers opportunity for Canadian cleantech companies supporting decarbonization. Japan’s policy commitments and long-term emissions targets create demand for companies with relevant, market-ready technologies.

Contact us

For more information on the cleantech industry in Japan, please contact jpn.commerce@international.gc.ca.

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