"In pursuit of Japan as a low-carbon society" was the theme of Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda's speech at the Japan Press Club on June 9. The following is an abridged excerpt from a translation of his remarks.
At the beginning of the 21st century, we face the depletion of natural resources and global warming. Our society stands at a major crossroads.
We can proudly look back on the achievements of the Industrial Revolution more than 200 years ago. However, what is now at stake is how future generations will look back upon us in 200 years' time.