Transparency and Governance in Energy and Climate Policymaking

委員会:
Sustainability & Social Responsibility
進捗:
新規
作成日:
Concerns have been raised by civil society and academic observers regarding the limited transparency and diversity in Japan’s policymaking processes, particularly in energy and climate-related committees. Studies have shown that advisory panels are often dominated by representatives from legacy industries, with limited inclusion of independent experts, NGOs, or younger voices. This lack of diversity can contribute to policy inertia, erode public trust, and lead to unbalanced outcomes that are not aligned with international climate science or societal expectations.

提案

The Japanese government should improve the governance of sustainability-related policymaking by:
  • Ensuring balanced representation in expert committees, including civil society, academia, and independent scientific voices
  • Publishing detailed minutes, voting records, and stakeholder inputs to enhance transparency
  • Adopting international best practices for inclusive and evidence-based decision-making
Strengthening governance would increase the legitimacy and effectiveness of Japan’s sustainability policies and support long-term societal engagement.