EU-Japan Green Alliance Facility

Context and Challenge

Japan is one of the EU's closest international partners, with deep diplomatic and economic ties. Together, they face global challenges such as climate change and environmental degradation. To address these challenges, the EU and Japan launched the Green Alliance in 2021, the first bilateral initiative of its kind between the EU and a partner country.

The Green Alliance: Goals and Solutions

The Green Alliance aims to create a climate-neutral, biodiversity-friendly, circular, and resource-efficient economy. This four-year project by the EU Directorate-General for "Services for Foreign Policy Instruments" (FPI) supports the implementation of the Green Alliance through technical advice, capacity building, and operational support in seven key areas:

• Climate and Environmental Diplomacy: Strengthening EU/Member States in Japan (Team Europe)
• Energy Transition: Intensified EU-Japan cooperation.
• Climate Policy: Exchange on carbon pricing and policy development.
• Regulatory Cooperation: Promoting low-carbon technologies and environmental protection.
• Research and Development: Supporting the green transition.
• Sustainable Finance: Cooperation on green financing.
• Smart Cities: Exchange of best practices on green innovations.

adelphi leads the project consortium, which includes AETS and IGES. As the lead partner, adelphi coordinates activities, maintains communication, manages administrative tasks, and provides strategic guidance. Additionally, adelphi offers technical expertise, shares best practices, and evaluates project progress.

Activities and Formats

In close collaboration with the EU delegation, adelphi will conduct various activities. These formats promote the exchange of knowledge and resources and contribute to building lasting relationships and networks across borders.

The EU-Japan Green Alliance is a pioneering project that demonstrates how international cooperation can lead to tangible progress in combating climate change. Through joint efforts and the exchange of knowledge and resources, we are building a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future for both regions.

With this comprehensive approach, the EU-Japan Green Alliance makes a significant contribution to addressing global environmental issues and strengthens bi- and multilateral relations.