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Carbon Footprint Labeling - Pilot Program Launces in Japan

Posted on August 26, 2008

Japan will soon pilot a national carbon footprint labeling system. While the carbon footprint calculation system is still in the development phase, corporations are voluntarily committing their participation. Emphasizing the importance of implementing a uniform method of calculation, the trade ministry is working in collaboration with the participating corporations. According to the Guardian, some of the big name corporations involved include Sapporo, Lawson and Seven-Eleven. The labeling system will track carbon emission from a product's manufacture, through distribution, to disposal. As 3P r...

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