8th International Conference on Carbon Recycling 2026 Set for October 9 in Tokyo: METI and NEDO Lead CO2 Utilization Dialogue

Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) will host the 8th International Conference on Carbon Recycling on October 9, 2026, at The Westin Tokyo. The hybrid event runs from 13:00 to 17:30 JST and is free with advance registration. It brings together government officials, researchers, and industry leaders from Japan and abroad to share the latest R&D and business cases in carbon recycling. The conference positions carbon recycling as a key technology for achieving carbon neutrality and green transformation (GX). Sessions cover the global landscape, advanced CO2 value chain technologies, and industrial collaboration for market development. The event also includes a poster session, networking reception, startup event, and a student exchange, with simultaneous interpretation in English and Japanese. This annual forum, held since 2019, serves as a platform for international cooperation on turning emitted CO2 into a reusable resource. Registration details and the full program are available at the official website. The focus is on practical deployment and cross-sector collaboration, making it relevant for anyone tracking carbon utilization policy and technology.