PolicyMonday, August 17, 2026Mongabay
Concerns grow over ‘green’ biomass power in Japan after spate of accidents
Japan's increasing reliance on woody biomass for power generation has drawn scrutiny following a series of safety incidents. As the nation ranks second in the world for wood pellet consumption, concerns regarding the sustainability and safety of this energy source are rising. Policymakers must address these issues to ensure a secure and environmentally sound transition away from coal.
