Japan Ahead: Tanaka Global CEO Nobuo Tanaka

The video discusses comprehensive energy security, focusing on the transition to low-carbon economies and the challenges of reducing reliance on Russian energy supplies. It highlights the role of nuclear energy in Japan, especially post-Fukushima, and its potential in addressing global energy security and sustainability. The discussion also covers Japan's energy transition strategy, emphasizing carbon neutrality by 2050, the use of renewables, and the development of hydrogen as a key energy source.

What is a major challenge in reducing dependency on Russian energy supplies?

• Insufficient shale oil production

• High cost of nuclear energy

• Short-term market tightness due to the Ukraine crisis

• Lack of renewable energy resources

Why has there been increased support for nuclear energy in Japan recently?

• To increase domestic oil production

• Due to the recent earthquake in Fukushima

• To reduce reliance on coal

• To contribute to the global natural gas market

What is a key sustainability concern for nuclear energy?

• High operational costs

• Limited availability of uranium

• Management of high-level waste

• Lack of public support

What is a potential geopolitical issue related to nuclear energy?

• Limited global uranium supply

• Weaponization and proliferation

• Increased carbon emissions

• High cost of nuclear technology

What is a key element of Japan's energy transition strategy?

• Increased coal usage

• Development of clean hydrogen

• Expansion of natural gas imports

• Reduction of nuclear power plants

How does Japan plan to reduce carbon emissions from thermal power plants?

• By increasing coal imports

• By using clean ammonia and hydrogen

• By building more nuclear plants

• By relying solely on solar energy

What historical energy transition did Japan lead 50 years ago?

• Liquefied natural gas (LNG) adoption

• Solar energy expansion

• Wind energy development

• Nuclear energy proliferation