Month: December 2025

Foreign founders are transforming Japan's startup ecosystem and business culture by introducing fresh perspectives and innovative strategies, fostering greater diversity and accelerating the growth of cutting-edge industries. Their unique...

Key outcomes and highlights from the UN Environment Assembly in Nairobi underscore renewed commitments to global sustainability, with leaders and delegates advancing major initiatives aimed at environmental protection and...

Foreign entrepreneurs are reshaping Japan’s startup landscape by introducing fresh perspectives, innovative practices, and global networks, making it easier for new ventures to launch and grow in the country....

Meet the inspiring individuals honored as UNEP’s 2025 Champions of the Earth, recognized for their outstanding contributions and leadership in combating climate change and driving positive environmental action worldwide.

Israel’s FerroptoCure is pioneering a breakthrough cancer treatment that aims to transform cancer into a manageable condition, similar to how people live with the common cold. By leveraging innovative...

Building a sustainable future requires fresh, creative solutions to complex environmental challenges. The latest UN Environment Report emphasizes the urgent need for innovative thinking, highlighting how new technologies, ideas,...

A Japanese denim craftsman revolutionizes eco-friendly fashion by transforming discarded swordfish skin and textile waste into sustainable blue jeans.

Three determined Jamaican mothers are overcoming the challenges left by a destructive hurricane, sharing their inspiring stories of resilience as they reconstruct their lives and support their communities.

A Tokyo-based startup is transforming everyday fashion by incorporating advanced space technology into innovative apparel designs for the future.

Communities across Pakistan are coming together to recover from the immense destruction caused by the 2022 floods. Through collective effort, they are rebuilding homes, restoring livelihoods, and developing strategies...

Tokyo is rapidly emerging as a global leader in the startup ecosystem, driven by advancements in finance and technology. Innovative funding models, streamlined regulations, and cutting-edge tech infrastructure are...

Over 1,600 people have lost their lives and thousands have been displaced as powerful storms swept across South and Southeast Asia, causing widespread destruction and humanitarian crises throughout the...

Shibuya’s new “Stop Troublesome Halloweens” campaign introduces stricter rules and enhanced safety measures to ensure safer, more peaceful streets during Halloween 2025. The initiative focuses on reducing disruptive crowds...

UN agencies caution that extreme rainfall and cyclones are intensifying across Asia, threatening millions with displacement and escalating climate-related hardships.

Japan is pioneering advancements in AgriFoodTech by integrating cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices, positioning itself as a global leader in agricultural innovation focused on efficiency, productivity, and environmental responsibility.

COP30 in Belém saw world leaders deliver major climate finance commitments and chart a clear path for transitioning away from fossil fuels, marking a pivotal step in global climate...

A leading Silicon Valley venture capitalist explains why Japan’s innovation ecosystem, business culture, and unique market opportunities make it a more attractive destination for investment than other international startups...

Explore how industrial growth and climate action can align to promote a sustainable future, demonstrating that economic development and environmental responsibility can go hand-in-hand.