Euglena Co., Ltd. was sponsored Warp Station Elements, an event hosted by Warpspace Inc. on September 28, 2023, by providing 2040 Sustainable Ramen. Held at the University of Tokyo, this important gathering focused on exploring cross-industry collaborations to understand and protect the health of our planet.

Venue and Participation

Held at Ito-Shaon Hall at the University of Tokyo and online, the event offered networking opportunities with light refreshments on-site and free online participation. Many notable figures from various industries gathered to discuss pertinent issues.

Event Details

Warp Station Elements event, with the theme “Inter-Industry Collaboration for Earth’s Health,” featured one keynote and two panel sessions followed by a networking session. The discussions were centered around planetary health, sustainability, and wellbeing. Participants included Yuka Tanimoto, an executive officer from Forbes Japan, Takaaki Umada from the University of Tokyo, Yasuhiro Kubota from Think Nature, and Ayano Kido from Sorano Me, all of whom are actively addressing various social challenges.

Discussions and Insights

The discussions at the event provided valuable insights into the transition from the Holocene to the Anthropocene, and the need to redefine and discuss topics like planetary boundaries. These dialogues served as a reminder of the importance of addressing these issues collaboratively.

Conclusion

Warp Station Elements was a momentous event, bringing together various industry leaders to explore potential collaborations for tackling pressing societal issues. The discussions and networking opportunities set the groundwork for future solutions and cooperation across industries for the benefit of the Earth’s health and sustainability.

[reference] Keyword(s) for this event

Planetary Boundary, Planetary Health, Sustainability, Global Warming, Carbon Neutral, Decarbonization, Environmental Protection, Biodiversity, Blue Carbon, Green Tech

[memo] Addressing planetary boundary issues

1. Identify Boundaries and Metrics: Start by identifying crucial environmental issues and selecting appropriate metrics to evaluate them.
2. Data Collection: Identify the types and sources of data you want to collect. Use appropriate data collection methods and tools in this step.
3. Data Analysis: Analyze the collected data to understand the current status, trends, and major influencing factors of planetary boundaries.
4. Set Quantifiable Goals: Based on the analysis, set achievable and specific goals.
5. Develop Strategies: Develop strategies or measures to solve or mitigate the problems based on the indicators and goals.
6. Implementation: Execute the developed strategies.
7. Monitor and Evaluate: Regularly monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented measures, adjusting strategies as necessary.