[Registration Now Open] ICETT is hosting a seminar titled “Transforming Logistics: Carbon Neutrality Beyond the Transformation — Decarbonization Starting with Solutions to Labor Shortages and Rising Fuel Costs — (In-Person and Online)

　International Center for Environmental Technology Transfer (ICETT) is hosting seminars to provide useful information to the local community with the aim of revitalizing efforts to achieve carbon neutrality in the Chubu region, particularly in Mie Prefecture. In this seminar, we will present insights—drawing from policy trends, leading examples of logistics Digital Transformation (DX), and practical case studies from a small and medium-sized company—on how to achieve both logistics efficiency and carbon neutrality.

Seminar Objectives

　Large companies, in particular, are required to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the procurement of materials and the transportation of products. In Japan, the transportation sector accounts for approximately 20% of CO₂ emissions, of which automobiles account for about 86%. Therefore, the logistics sector is also expected to further promote Green Transformation (GX) in the future.
　On the other hand, logistics companies are faced with multiple management challenges, such as rising fuel costs and labor shortages, before reducing GHG emissions. In addition, switching to next-generation vehicles such as hydrogen-powered vehicles and EV trucks is currently not a realistic option for many SMEs due to the cost of vehicles and the development of fuel supply infrastructure. Under these circumstances, more and more logistics companies are adopting a practical approach by starting with what they can do using existing facilities and systems, such as thorough fuel efficiency management, eco-driving, and optimization of delivery routes through digital transformation (DX). These can not only reduce fuel costs and address labor shortages, but also reduce GHG emissions and ultimately achieve carbon neutrality.
　This seminar is titled “Transforming Logistics: Carbon Neutrality Beyond the Transformation — Decarbonization Starting with Solutions to Labor Shortages and Rising Fuel Costs. The seminar will cover domestic policy trends, case studies of efficiency improvements through DX, and on-site initiatives by a small and medium-sized logistics company. Its goal is to support the first steps toward a transition to sustainable logistics in the Chubu region, including Mie Prefecture.

Seminar Overview

1. Date and Time: Friday, October 23, 2026, 1:30 p.m.–3:40 p.m. (Registration starts at 1:00 p.m.)

2. Target Audience: Companies and logistics providers interested in reducing GHG emissions associated with the procurement of materials and the transportation and distribution of their own products, etc.

3. Capacity: 50 attendees on-site, 150 attendees online (on a first-come, first-served basis)
　
4. Implementation method: hybrid of venue and online
　(Venue)Yokkaichi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chamber of Commerce Hall I
　　　　　　　(Online) Streamed via Zoom Webinar

5. Participation fee: Free of charge

6. Organizer: International Center for Environmental Technology Transfer (ICETT)

7. Sponsored by: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Chubu Regional Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry (tentative); Ministry of the Environment, Chubu Regional Environment Bureau; Mie Prefecture; Yokkaichi City; and the Mie Prefecture Trucking Association (General Incorporated Association)

8. Registration: Closes on Thursday, October 22 (*Registration will close once capacity is reached.)
　　　　　　On-site registration:Click here
　　　　　　Online registration:Click here

Program (tentative)

Opening Remarks
　Shinji Bando, Director, Global Environment Division, ICETT

Policy Trends Toward Achieving Carbon Neutrality           
　Presenter: Carbon Neutrality Promotion Office, Chubu Regional Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
　Topic: Reducing GHG Emissions Across the Entire Supply Chain and Approaches in the Logistics Sector

Improving Transportation Efficiency to Help Shippers Reduce GHG Emissions
　Instructor: Optimind, Inc.
　Topic: Using Digital Transformation (DX) to Streamline Transportation While Prioritizing People: The Benefits and Case Studies of Implementing “Loogia”

Case Studies of Logistics Companies Aiming to Reduce CO₂ Emissions
　Instructor: Hisai Transport Co., Ltd.
　Topic: Decarbonization Management in Practice for Small and Medium-Sized Logistics Companies

[After the seminar]
A networking event where you can exchange business cards and discuss ideas directly with the speakers

Information leaflet

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