ESG360 - Japan’s Electricity Shortages and Demographic Dilemmas in East Asia
We explore the greater than expected power demand in Japan and the impact of demographic changes in South Korea.
- Factors including delays with restarting nuclear plants and greater than expected power demand have caused electricity shortages in Japan
- Demographic changes will have a big influence on South Korea’s future path
- Boosting diversity and inclusion can mitigate a shrinking workforce
In this episode of ESG360, we explore the five factors behind electricity shortages in Japan and how they can be tackled. We also discuss part 4 of our ESG in East Asia series, which focuses on how companies in South Korea can adapt to counter demographic challenges like an aging population and low birth rate.
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Contributor
Juichi Wako
Head of ESG Team, Japan
Dr. Peter Matanle
Senior Lecturer, School of East Asian Studies, University of Sheffield
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