The 'Paris Convention', which was discussed as a Post-United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change to replace the Kyoto Protocol system that is scheduled to expire in 2020, was adopted by COP21 (Conference of the Parties 21) on December 12, 2 ...
The 'Paris Convention', which was discussed as a Post-United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change to replace the Kyoto Protocol system that is scheduled to expire in 2020, was adopted by COP21 (Conference of the Parties 21) on December 12, 2015, Should respond to situations in which all participating countries are required to participate in mandatory reduction. At this important turning point, this study analyzes the environmental policy of Japan, which has an industrial structure similar to that of Korea, has global competitiveness in many industrial sectors, and has conducted environmental policies proactively as the chair of the Kyoto Protocol, And to make more effective implications. Therefore, this study aims to clarify the implications of the reduction obligations of advanced countries with reduction obligations and developing countries that do not have the obligation to reduce them after the Paris Convention through the analysis of the trends of climate change treaties, This paper presents implications from comparative studies with major Japanese industries, which can be an important benchmark for policy formulation and implementation.
On November 8, 2016, Japan concluded the domestic approval process for the Paris Convention. In addition, Japan adopted the Kyoto Protocol in February 2005, and based on the Global Warming Measures Promotion Act, the Kyoto Protocol was set as a plan to achieve the Kyoto Protocol. The goal achievement plan encompasses a variety of greenhouse gas emission reduction measures, including industry-specific measures, sector-specific measures such as the welfare sector, transport sector, and forest sinks. However, for the business sector, which is the largest source of emission, voluntary greenhouse gas reduction targets have been introduced and implemented in accordance with the voluntary reduction initiatives centered on the self-initiated action plan established by the Japan Association of Economic Organizations in 1997. In addition, since 2005, the Japanese government implemented the voluntary Emissions Trading Scheme (JVETS), which was initiated by the Ministry of the Environment of Japan. This was a way in which participating companies voluntarily established emission reduction targets and then traded emission rights. Although there is no doubt about the implementation of these voluntary reduction targets, Japanese companies have already begun to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and respond to the carbon market. As a result, not only do they meet the environmental standards of each country, And to establish a competitive advantage for the company.
Thus, it can be seen that Japan's response policy to the post-emergent change system is important for coordination and persuasion of the overall role of each sector, from national and local institutions, industries, businesses, and the public. This can be seen as an effort to improve the competitiveness of the nation through innovation innovation that is centered on environmental technology in the long run while enhancing the environment and economy.
Compared with Japan, Korea was in a position to be relatively passive in coping with environmental regulations. This also means that it is too late. Therefore, it is important to thoroughly analyze and understand Japan's policy direction and corporate and public responses to minimize the trial and error, the controversy between each field, and establish strategic and meaningful policies. In addition to this policy effort, more importantly, it must be accompanied by realistic interests and efforts of each player in the market. Therefore, the government should disclose information, discuss and discuss it positively so that companies can properly face reality and prepare for policy.