Policy Recommendation Division
We are responsible for making policy recommendations to government ministries, local governments, and corporations, as well as participating in and speaking at opinion exchange meetings. Our aim is to realize an equitable society by involving future generations, who will be greatly affected by all kinds of issues, in the policy-making process.
It is responsible for two areas: domestic policy and international policy. Domestic policy is handled annually by dividing into several working groups. In fiscal year 2026...
We are currently running two working groups: the "Energy Working Group" and the "Climate Change Adaptation Working Group."
Our international policy department focuses primarily on the COP (Council of Nations) program.
( Click here for more details about the COP project)
VISION
- Continue to participate in domestic and international policy-making processes.
"Youth" will be greatly affected by the impact and effects of the current policy proposals once they are implemented.
That's why we must continue to actively participate in policy-making, rather than being passive.
- Broaden our own perspectives through policy recommendations.
The goal is not simply to "propose" policies, but rather to study and discuss repeatedly in order to make those recommendations.
Through communication with members and external individuals, we cultivate the ability to view problems from multiple perspectives.
This will also help to cultivate individuals who will be involved in addressing climate change issues in the long term.
May 26, 2026: Energy Policy Position Paper in Light of the Situation in the Middle East
We have published an energy policy position paper in response to the situation in the Middle East.
Please see the PDF on the right for details.
Cooperation with
Locals
CYJ and the City of Yokohama have been collaborating since 2020. So far, CYJ has made presentations at exchange events, provided video messages for the "Earth Hour" campaign to turn off lights on the same day and at the same time to prevent global warming, and held workshops on energy issues.
Climate Change Adaptation Working Group
Climate change countermeasures can be broadly categorized into "mitigation measures" and "adaptation measures."
Of the two categories, study sessions and
We will hold discussions and translate them into recommendations.
In fiscal year 2026, the revision of the climate change adaptation plan
This involves activities such as submitting public comments and drafting recommendations.
