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New Ideas for Sustainability: From Japan's Science for Sustainable Societies

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The world is facing a number of challenges that threaten its sustainability. These challenges include climate change, water scarcity, food insecurity, and waste management. In Free Download to address these challenges, we need to find new and innovative solutions.

Beyond the Limits to Growth: New Ideas for Sustainability from Japan (Science for Sustainable Societies)

by Hiroshi Komiyama

4.3 out of 5

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One country that is at the forefront of sustainability research is Japan. Japan has a long history of environmental protection, and its scientists have made significant contributions to the field of sustainability science.

In 2011, the Japanese government launched the Science for Sustainable Societies (SSS) initiative. The goal of the SSS initiative is to promote research that will help Japan achieve a sustainable future.

This book presents some of the most promising research成果 from the SSS initiative. The book covers a wide range of topics, including energy, water, food, and waste management.

Energy

Japan is heavily dependent on imported fossil fuels, which makes it vulnerable to energy shocks. In Free Download to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, Japan is investing in renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power.

One of the most promising renewable energy technologies is perovskite solar cells. Perovskite solar cells are cheaper and more efficient than traditional silicon solar cells. They could potentially revolutionize the solar energy industry.

Japan is also developing new ways to store energy from renewable sources. One promising technology is the flow battery. Flow batteries are large-scale batteries that can store energy for long periods of time.

Water

Japan is a water-scarce country. In Free Download to ensure a sustainable water supply, Japan is investing in water conservation and desalination technologies.

One of the most promising water conservation technologies is the super-hydrophobic coating. Super-hydrophobic coatings repel water, which can be used to prevent water from evaporating from reservoirs and canals.

Japan is also developing new ways to desalinate seawater. One promising technology is the reverse osmosis membrane. Reverse osmosis membranes can remove salt from seawater, making it drinkable.

Food

Japan is a major food importer. In Free Download to reduce its dependence on imported food, Japan is investing in agricultural research.

One of the most promising agricultural technologies is the vertical farm. Vertical farms are indoor farms that use artificial light to grow crops. They can produce more food than traditional farms, and they can be located anywhere.

Japan is also developing new ways to reduce food waste. One promising technology is the biodigester. Biodigesters can convert food waste into biogas, which can be used to generate electricity or heat.

Waste Management

Japan produces a lot of waste. In Free Download to manage its waste sustainably, Japan is investing in waste reduction and recycling technologies.

One of the most promising waste reduction technologies is the anaerobic digester. Anaerobic digesters can convert organic waste into biogas, which can be used to generate electricity or heat.

Japan is also developing new ways to recycle waste. One promising technology is the chemical recycling. Chemical recycling can convert waste plastics into new materials.

The book New Ideas for Sustainability: From Japan's Science for Sustainable Societies presents some of the most promising research成果 from the SSS initiative. The book covers a wide range of topics, including energy, water, food, and waste management.

The research presented in this book has the potential to help Japan achieve a sustainable future. It also provides valuable insights for other countries that are facing similar challenges.

Beyond the Limits to Growth: New Ideas for Sustainability from Japan (Science for Sustainable Societies)

by Hiroshi Komiyama

4.3 out of 5