Japan Pledges Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 Without Clear Roadmap

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Japan set an ambitious pledge for becoming carbon neutral by 2050 on Monday, without laying out a clear plan for reaching its target. Concrete goals to promote hydrogen, battery storage, carbon recycling and wind power will be identified in a report released by the end of the year, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, Hiroshi Kajiyama told reporters Monday. Few details were provided, such as how or when Japan may wean itself off its reliance on coal plants. Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga unveiled the goal in his first policy speech to parliament since taking office last month. The 71-year-old, who was installed by Japan’s ruling party after long-term leader Shinzo Abe stepped down over health concerns, had not previously been known for prioritizing environmental policies.