日本、石炭火力廃止への取り組みでG7で孤立　抜け道が狭まる「埋まる外堀」 [気候変動を考える]：朝日新聞デジタル

In a historic move, the G7 countries have reached an agreement to phase out coal-fired power plants, marking a significant step towards combating climate change. The agreement, made during the G7 Climate, Energy, and Environment Ministerial Meeting, sets a deadline for the closure of coal-fired power plants.

Japan, which has been a major proponent of coal-fired power plants, now finds itself increasingly isolated as other G7 countries push for a faster transition to renewable energy sources. The Japanese government has maintained a strong stance on the issue, but the pressure to align with the rest of the G7 nations is mounting.

The agreement comes at a crucial time when the world is facing the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to cleaner energy sources. The move is expected to have far-reaching implications for the global energy sector and could set a precedent for other countries to follow suit.

As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, the G7 agreement on phasing out coal-fired power plants is a significant milestone in the fight against global warming. It remains to be seen how Japan will navigate this new landscape and whether it will join its G7 counterparts in accelerating the transition to a more sustainable energy future.