### [2026-04-14](/feed/2026/04/14/index.md)

##### Climate change in Japan
# Japan records its lowest-ever net greenhouse gas emissions in fiscal year 2024, falling 1.9% to 994 million tonnes due to reduced energy use and increased reliance on nuclear and renewable energy sources. 




### Sources:

1. [AFP via ''Daily Sabah](https://www.dailysabah.com/life/environment/japan-reports-record-low-greenhouse-gas-emissions)

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