Seminar on Plastic Circular Economy to be held on June 25

A clear organization, introduction, and explanation of extensive carbon dioxide reduction technologies and utilization technologies.

In Japan, many potential measures for combating global warming have been discussed in a broad manner until now. However, that time is running out. We must identify specific solution themes that need to be addressed in the next 10 to 20 years, categorizing them by timeline and the magnitude of CO2 reduction, and focus on those themes. 【Features of this book】 ➢ Two-part structure: CO2 reduction technologies and CO2 utilization technologies ➢ Excerpts and revisions from the well-received "CO2 Reduction Measures from the Perspective of Catalysts 2020," with updates and significant additions on CO2 "reduction technologies" and "utilization technologies" ➢ Updates and additions regarding biomass, waste plastics, municipal waste, and fuel cell technologies ➢ Clear organization and introduction of a wide range of CO2 utilization technologies with explanations ➢ Detailed discussion on hydrogen production and utilization, including the green hydrogen strategy

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This is a comprehensive book aimed at engineers seeking practical applications, carefully explaining everything from the basics of biodegradable plastics to the latest technologies and product trends.

Book Title: Introduction to Biodegradable Plastics - From the Basics of Biodegradable Plastics to the Latest Technologies and Product Trends - Publication Date: September 10, 2020 This book is not merely an introductory text for beginners. Rather, it is a cutting-edge academic and technical reference aimed at intermediate to advanced engineers who seek to achieve the practical application of biodegradable plastics, based on a solid understanding of their fundamentals and core principles. It is hoped that this book will serve as a valuable resource for readers who are committed to advancing global environmental conservation and building a sustainable resource-circulating society in the 21st century. **Features of this Book** ➢ Carefully explains the basics of biodegradable plastics, as well as the latest technologies and product trends. ➢ Includes a wealth of color illustrations and photographs throughout the entire book (both in print and on CD). ➢ Introduces the concept of innovation from the lineage of green chemistry. ➢ Explains the realities of environmental and resource issues, such as marine plastic pollution, and the role of biodegradable plastics. ➢ Discusses the characteristics and biodegradation mechanisms of biodegradable plastics, providing scientific evidence for the suitability of polylactic acid. ➢ Introduces advanced design technologies for enhancing polylactic acid, as well as molding and processing techniques, and trends in applications, products, and market development. ➢ A must-read for intermediate to advanced engineers aiming for serious practical application.

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Current status and challenges of food packaging plastics related to microplastics in addressing marine plastic waste, and trends in the development of marine biodegradable plastics.

This book addresses the current situation and challenges of food packaging plastics related to microplastics, as well as the development trends of marine biodegradable plastics. Experts from various fields have provided multifaceted insights into the microplastics issue. We hope this book will contribute to measures aimed at solving the problem of marine plastic waste. 【Features of this book】 ➢ Detailed description of the current situation and challenges of the food packaging industry, which is often at odds with environmental protection ➢ Multifaceted references to the microplastics issue by experts from various fields ➢ Explanation of the functionality required in food packaging, considering the examination and transition to alternative materials ➢ Comprehensive coverage of the challenges surrounding the food packaging industry and their realities

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Trends in recycled plastics for European environmental regulations!

Latest trends in recycled plastics that need to be addressed due to European environmental regulations, covering developments, business, and industry trends from chemical and material recycling to various categories! 【Features of this book】 ➢ Trends in recycled plastics such as PET, PE, PP, PS, PU, PC, PMMA, PA, fluoropolymers, and engineering plastics! ➢ Business strategies of ventures like Loop Industries, PureCycle, INEOS Styrolution, and major companies! ➢ Development trends of new methods such as solvent-based purification, microwave, and bio-recycling, as well as future trends! ➢ Trends and backgrounds of chemical recycling methods such as depolymerization, pyrolysis, and gasification! ➢ Companies addressing the challenges of fiber-to-fiber recycling, including European projects like CISUTAC, T-REX, and SIPTex! ➢ European projects like Car2Car, GlassLoop, MaterialLoop, and PlasticLoop that reuse materials from end-of-life vehicles to new vehicles! ➢ Recycling conditions and industry analysis of stretch films, as well as films for MLCC manufacturing and agricultural use! ➢ Business strategies of companies providing additives for recycled plastics and recycled materials with traceability!

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We investigated the global bioplastics industry, focusing mainly on the development status of various polymers from the perspective of industrial utilization of microorganisms.

■Book Title: Global Bioplastics and Microbial Polymers - Latest Industry Report This report investigates the bioplastics industry worldwide, focusing primarily on the development status in the fields of "biodegradable plastics" and "bio-based/non-biodegradable plastics." ➢ Analyzes bioplastics and the development status of their raw materials from the perspective of "microorganisms and industrial use." ➢ Tracks production strains, production capacity, and industry trends for biodegradable and non-biodegradable types of bioplastics. ➢ Details the development status of P(3HB), P(3HB-co-3HV), P(3HB-co-4HB), P(3HB-co-3HHx), and P(4HB). ➢ Explores the background and reality of the rapidly growing market for biodegradable plastics such as PBAT, PBS, PLA, and PHA. ➢ Examines the growth factors, business strategies, and future developments for bio-based/non-biodegradable plastics like PE, PP, and PA. ➢ Analyzes the development status of bio-based MEG and terephthalic acid, HMD, and adipic acid. ➢ Provides detailed information on the development status, use cases, and full-scale market deployment of PEF, an alternative to bio-PET. ➢ Introduces the utilization of biomass in the rubber industry, which is experiencing a wave of carbon neutrality.

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Comprehensively grasping the recycling knowledge of plastics through 'recycling technology' and 'additives and composite materials'!

Title: Additives and Advanced Plastic Recycling 【Features of this Book】 - A comprehensive understanding of "recycling technology" and the recycling knowledge of "additives and composite materials" in plastics! - Plastic recycling is essential for both environmental conservation and securing carbon resources! - A catalyst for comprehensive research on property stabilization, quality improvement, and the utilization of additives! - Includes recycling case studies by material! - Aids in the promotion of material recycling and chemical recycling! - A book aimed at further practical applications of plastic recycling! 【Table of Contents】 Part 1: Fundamental Principles Part 2: Recycling Technologies and Additives for Each Material Part 3: Corporate Trends

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A book summarizing the use and recycling of plastics, as well as the use of recycled plastics, from the perspectives of policy, technology, and LCA, in light of the global turning point.

【Features of this Book】 ● Summarizes the use and recycling of plastics, as well as the use of recycled plastics, from the perspectives of policy, technology, and LCA during a significant global transition period! ● Introduces plastic measures in Europe, the United States, and China, along with forecasts and recommendations from organizations like the OECD! ● In Technical Section 1, various noteworthy recycling technologies are introduced! ● In Technical Section 2, the production of plastics using biomass, municipal waste, and CO2 utilization is explained! ● In the LCA section, an overview of the report "Environmental and Economic Assessment of Plastic Waste Recycling" by the Joint Research Centre (JRC), which supports the European Commission's policies with scientific and technological data, is presented! 【Table of Contents Structure】 Part I: Policy Section: Current Status of Plastic Recycling and Comparison with European Policies Part II: Technical Section 1: Technologies Related to Plastic Recycling Part III: Technical Section 2: Production of Plastics Using Biomass, Municipal Waste, and Carbon Dioxide Part IV: LCA Section Part V: Future Prospects Part VI: Appendix: Reference Materials * For a detailed table of contents, please refer to the related link URL.

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We investigated the trends in the plastic recycling industry and technology in Europe, the United States, Japan, and China.

Description of trends in the recycled plastic industry, various recycling technologies, and carbon fiber development. **Features of this document** ➢ The momentum of European projects such as DEMETO, NEXTLOOPP, ResolVe, and Life EPS-SURE ➢ Increasing partnerships between ventures like Loop Industries, PureCycle, INEOS Styrolution, and major companies ➢ Trends in European technology incorporating advanced techniques such as electronic watermarking, AI-based identification, and sensor sorting, along with their backgrounds ➢ Development trends and capabilities of new methods such as solvent-based purification, microwave, and bio-recycling ➢ Trends and backgrounds of chemical recycling methods such as depolymerization, pyrolysis, and gasification ➢ Exploration of the current state of recycled plastics such as PET, PE, PP, PS, PU, PC, PMMA, PA, and PVC ➢ Investigation of trends in the industry and companies related to bio-based PET, PEF, PE, PA, PP, PTT, PC, PU, and PMMA ➢ Movements in the U.S., Europe, Japan, China, and rising investment in recycling businesses in India, Indonesia, Thailand, etc. ➢ The need for change in recycling technologies and business strategies of companies in the automotive, textile, and cosmetics industries.

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About ROAD: The "Roundtable on the Purpose of Autonomous Driving (ROAD)" conference series has evolved into a unique platform for interdis-ciplinary dialogue and international collaboration in the field of autonomous driving and autonomous mobility. Established in 2016, ROAD has brought together researchers, industry leaders, and public sector stakeholders from six countries across three continents. Based on this background, the upcoming ROAD 2026 will focus on "safety” and "driving AI”—the final pieces of the autonomous driving puzzle—to advance discussions on establishing the foundational framework for ensuring safety quality and obtaining regular-tory approval for autonomous driving. We also intend to discuss the international commonalities and differences regarding the social value brought about by ADS vehicles in terms of automation, intelligent driving, and mobility. We have established a total of five compelling themes for the Round Workshops, consisting of two topics related to “The Last Piece” and three topics related to the social value of ADS, as shown below. 1) Round Workshop 1 - Horizons of E2E Driving AI → Can AI Understand the Driving Environment Like Humans? 2) Round Workshop 2 - Beyond the Unknown: Safety Cases for ADS → Can Safety Ever Be Proven? 3) Round Workshop 3 - Envisioning Smart City Mobility → Can Smart City Mobility Bridge the Mobility Divide? 4) Round Workshop 4 - Logistics Enhancement Through Autonomous Tracking → Will Logistics Become Human-Free? 5) Round Workshop 5 - The Evolution of CASE: SDV/AIDV → Will Automakers Become AI Companies? We hope you’ll all join us!

[Speaker] Masashi Sugita, President and CEO of LEX Style Co., Ltd. [Key Lecture Content] The power consumption of AI servers used in data centers has significantly increased, making traditional air cooling insufficient for operation. This lecture will organize the requirements for introducing a liquid cooling system into air-cooled data centers and explain the implementation method using free cooling with specific design details. When handling high-density AI servers, energy efficiency is required, and the widely used energy efficiency indicator, as well as the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's Resource and Energy Agency's PUE regulation of "1.3 or below," will be explained along with practical operational insights. [Lecture Items] 1. Heat dissipation methods for high-density, high-heat AI servers 2. Basics and importance of PUE/pPUE 3. PUE regulation of "1.3 or below" by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's Resource and Energy Agency 4. AI server implementation and requirements for new data centers 5. Summary and future outlook 6. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Key Lecture Content] 1. Promotion of SAF Introduction Yasushi Yamashita, Director, Carbon Neutral Promotion Office, Aviation Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism 1. Importance of SAF in the decarbonization of the aviation sector 2. Initiatives to promote the introduction of SAF 3. Q&A / Business card exchange 2. Japan Airlines' Challenge Towards Net Zero CO2 Emissions by 2050 Kazuki Hirotani, Group Leader, GX Planning Group, Sustainability Promotion Department, Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. 1. Introduction of our five initiatives for CO2 emission reduction 2. Initiatives for reducing fuel consumption (introduction of fuel-efficient aircraft, operational improvements) 3. Initiatives for fuel transition (sustainable aviation fuel SAF) 4. Initiatives for reductions outside the value chain (carbon credits, new removal technologies) 5. Initiatives to deepen collaboration with society 6. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Instructor] Yuichiro Kabushiki, Partner Lawyer at TMI Comprehensive Law Office [Key Lecture Content] With the spread of AI, there is growing attention on the civil liability of developers, providers, and users of AI. The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry will publish "Guidelines on the Interpretation and Application of Civil Liability in AI Utilization" in April 2026, and the Ministry of Justice will also establish an expert meeting to examine civil liability related to unauthorized use of images and voices generated by AI in the same month. As the full enforcement of the AI Promotion Act and the revision of AI guidelines are underway, it is necessary to design and operate governance based on the potential responsibilities that may arise retrospectively. In this seminar, based on the guidelines from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and drawing on litigation practice experience as a judge and lawyer, we will organize the basic framework for assessing civil liability and explain fundamental methods for designing and operating governance based on risk analysis. Furthermore, we will examine the framework for civil liability and the design and operation of governance using hypothetical cases that are likely to pose practical issues.

In this seminar, we will welcome Mr. Satoru Hayami from Waseda University, who will explain the latest trends in AI utilization in manufacturing, as well as the evolution of technologies such as agent-based AI and physical AI, and the opportunities and key points for practical application in the manufacturing industry. Furthermore, Mr. Tsubasa Shibata, representative of Next Opt, will introduce processes aimed at practical implementation, incorporating actual case studies from manufacturing sites. We hope you will envision the "potential for AI utilization in your company" and take home hints that will lead to improvements in your operations starting tomorrow. We look forward to your participation.