Akira Sakano, Senior Executive Officer and CSO, to Speak at the “Business Panel Discussion on Realizing a Circular Economy at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai.”

On Monday, September 29, Akira Sakano, Senior Executive Officer and CSO of ECOMMIT, will speak at the “Business Panel Discussion on Realizing a Circular Economy at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai.”
No prior registration is required—everyone is welcome to join.

Event Details
Title: The Power of Sorting Shapes the Future – New Value Emerging from Waste Separation
This session will explore the impact of waste sorting and collection on building a sustainable society. Panelists will discuss how consumers can practice waste separation in their daily lives, and how companies can support these efforts.
The discussion will also highlight the importance and challenges of sorting, while showcasing case studies that leverage new technologies and the power of communities—encouraging participants to reflect on their own actions.

Date & Time: Monday, September 29, 14:00–15:00
Registration: Not required (free participation)
Organizer: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Japan

Speakers:
• Akira Sakano, Senior Executive Officer / CSO, ECOMMIT Inc.
• Yusuke Shiotani, Circular Economy Lead, New Market Strategy Department, Sato Holdings Corporation
• Takayuki Hirano, Director, Sustainability Management Division, Suntory Holdings Limited

Moderator:
• Shuichi Takizawa (Machineguns), Ohta Production

Details:
https://www.meti.go.jp/policy/energy_environment/shigenjunkan/circular_economy/action/expo2025/index.html