Inagi City Carbon Neutral Declaration

In recent years, extreme weather events that are thought to be caused by climate change have occurred all over the world. In Japan as well, heavy rains and large typhoons have occurred, resulting in flood damage, as well as extreme heat and cold waves. have an impact.

One of the causes of these climate changes is thought to be global warming that accompanies an increase in greenhouse gas emissions.

In response to this global situation, on February 27, 5th year of Reiwa, the city decided to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 in the mayor's administrative policy at the first regular meeting of the Inagi City Council in 5th year of Reiwa. We have declared that we will aim to achieve so-called carbon neutrality, which means that

Until now, the city has promoted various efforts to prevent global warming, but as a zero-carbon city that has declared carbon neutrality, it will further strengthen its efforts in the future, Together with all of you, we will work toward the realization of a decarbonized society.

In recent years, extreme weather events that are thought to be caused by climate change have occurred around the world. Actions to curb the spread of In Japan as well, we have declared that we will aim to become carbon neutral by 2050, aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 46% from the level in 2013 by 2030, and continue to take on the challenge of achieving an even higher 50%. is expressed.

In order to achieve these goals, proactive efforts by local governments are expected, and Inagi City will also work together with the public sector and the private sector to actively promote decarbonization measures. We hereby declare that we aim to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

• Promotion of installation of solar power generation equipment in public facilities
• Promotion of conversion to LED lighting in public facilities
• Promotion of Carbon NeutralityPromotion of carbon neutrality on a citizen-by-citizen basis through expansion of subsidies for introducing housing equipment, etc.
• Providing opportunities for environmental education for children who will lead the next generation

We received a message from the Minister of the Environment regarding the city's carbon neutral declaration.

The Ministry of the Environment defines “zero carbon cities” as “local governments that have announced their intention to aim to reduce carbon dioxide (greenhouse gas) emissions to virtually zero by 2050, either by the chief himself or as a local government.”