The GX League was launched by METI in 2023 as a collaborative platform for companies committed to accelerating Green Transformation (GX) in anticipation of achieving carbon neutrality* by 2050 and driving societal change.

Participating companies are expected to lead innovation, build sustainable business models, and develop environmentally conscious markets through concrete projects. By working together with other companies, academia, and government entities, they contribute to the transition toward carbon neutrality* and the creation of a sustainable future.

*Carbon neutrality refers to balancing greenhouse gas emissions with absorption. Over 120 countries and regions, including Japan, have declared their commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.

Achieving carbon neutrality* requires the development of markets that enable sustainable economic activities. To this end, it is essential that environmentally conscious products and services are properly evaluated and selected. A reliable and transparent system for communicating environmental value to consumers and markets is urgently needed.

However, current frameworks lack clear standards and common guidelines, making it difficult for individual companies to address these challenges alone.

This WG was established as a platform for mid-level emitting enterprises to collaborate in identifying and solving shared challenges. Through discussions focused on practical implementation, the group aims to lay the groundwork for diverse industries, including light manufacturing, to engage proactively and sustainably with the green market.

The WG will focus on the light manufacturing sector, including consumer goods, and explore ways to balance green market development with sound economic activity.

Key areas of discussion include:

　　・Defining and visualizing environmental value at the product level, a key driver of GX

　　・Effective communication strategies to engage consumers

　　・Establishing third-party verification systems to ensure credibility

Additionally, a Sub-Working Group (SWG) titled “Exploring Data Distribution Models” will be formed under the WG to examine the feasibility of primary data sharing between suppliers and manufacturers in the light manufacturing sector.

The WG and SWG will actively seek participation from companies and organizations of all sizes and industries that support their mission, aiming to build a more sustainable and effective framework through industry-wide collaboration.

Unicharm Corporation

As the secretariat of the WG, Unicharm will lead the overall coordination and management of the group, leveraging its experience in emission reduction and environmental value visualization.

NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS Inc.

Serving as the leader of the SWG, NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS will utilize its expertise in data dstribution to guide discussions and consolidate outcomes.

Deloitte Tohmatsu Consulting LLC

Drawing on its knowledge of sustainability and GX, as well as its experience supporting diverse companies, Deloitte will design and facilitate discussions within both the WG and SWG.

＜Related Information＞

GX League Official Website：https://gx-league.go.jp/en/

Unicharm Corporation Website　https://www.unicharm.co.jp/