Japan Targets Sharp Cut in Fossil Fuel Dependence; Energy Transition Gradually Advances
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Apr 15, 2026, 14:00 IST | Updated: Apr 15, 2026, 14:00 IST
Japan has announced plans to significantly reduce its dependence on fossil fuels as part of a long-term energy transition strategy aimed at boosting renewable energy and nuclear power usage. The government says the shift will be gradual but steady, focusing on energy security, carbon reduction, and technological innovation.
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