SDGs+Beyond Future Society for Life Week
"A Choice to Change the Future. What We Can Do Now. — Creating a Sustainability Legacy Inspired by the Osaka-Kansai Expo —
EY Japan Co., Ltd.
Discussion
- Challenges to sustainability including climate change, resource depletion, biodiversity loss, social inequality such as gender issues, and unsustainable urban development.
| Transmission of simultaneous interpretation | Not provided |
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| Language of interpretation | Japanese |
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Theme Weeks CONNECT
- Time and
Date of
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2025.10.03[Fri]
15:30 ～ 18:30
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- Venue
- Theme Weeks Connect (Outside Venue)
- Congrès Convention Center （Grand Front Osaka North Building B2F 3-1 Ofukacho, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0011, Japan）
Programme details
At this seminar, in addition to representatives from the association leading sustainability efforts for EXPO 2025, speakers will include Daiwa House, which promotes greening and environmentally conscious architecture at the Expo, and Panasonic, which is developing the resource-circulating pavilion “Nomo no Kuni.”A youth representative will also join the discussion to exchange ideas on co-creating the future society. A networking reception is scheduled to follow the event.
Reports
【Reflection】
Observations
As part of the Theme Week “SDGs+Beyond: Designing Future Society for Our Lives” at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, EY Japan hosted a seminar titled “A Choice to Change the Future. What We Can Do Now. — Creating a Sustainability Legacy Inspired by the Osaka-Kansai Expo” on October 3 at the Congrès Convention Center in Grand Front Osaka.
Approximately 230 participants joined the seminar both in person and online. The program was conducted in a lecture format, and a networking session was held afterward for in-person attendees. This session provided opportunities for participants and speakers to exchange ideas, creating a space for deeper dialogue based on the insights gained during the seminar.
The seminar began with a sense of urgency: the concern that we may not be able to leave a better global environment for the children who will shape the future society. Following presentations by experts on current initiatives and goals, a youth representative raised questions and concerns about the future, creating a shared space for reflection. The seminar aimed to help individuals and organizations recognize this urgency and consider the importance of prompt behavioral change toward sustainability. Leveraging the momentum of Expo 2025, this initiative from Osaka—where awareness of sustainability is growing across generations, nationalities, and sectors—proved to be socially meaningful.
Outcomes
High Participant Satisfaction
Survey results showed that the majority of attendees rated the seminar as “very satisfying” or “satisfying.” The theme, program structure, and expert presentations were particularly well received, meeting participants’ expectations.
Provision of New Perspectives
The seminar introduced the sustainability initiatives of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition. Participants gained insights into the underlying philosophy and practical efforts behind the Expo’s operations—information not typically accessible to general visitors. By also showcasing pioneering corporate case studies, the seminar offered participants with an opportunity to gain new perspectives and ideas for putting sustainability into practice.
Deepened Intergenerational Dialogue
A presentation by a youth representative highlighted sustainability challenges from the perspective of future generations. Through thought-provoking questions, the discussion brought out essential issues, and experts provided structured and insightful opinions based on the underlying context of the challenges. This intergenerational exchange helped participants take sustainability as a renewed opportunity to reflect on it as a personal matter.
【Post EXPO Initiatives】
The coming era is expected to face significant transformations, including climate change, technological innovation, and the diversification of values. In such a context, each of us must consider what choices we make, what actions we take, and what legacies we leave behind for the next generation. As those holding the baton to the future, we must embrace the responsibility entrusted to us.
As a leading firm in sustainability, EY is fully aware of its role and will continue to create value that connects to the SDGs + Beyond society. We will do so by leveraging scientific knowledge and cutting-edge technologies, and by collaborating with businesses, governments, and local communities. Even after the Expo period concludes, we will maintain our commitment to practical and cooperative actions aimed at building a sustainable society.
Cast
Speakers
Nagami Yasushi
Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition Director-General of the Sustainability Bureau
Joined the Ministry of the Environment, Japan (formerly the Environmental Agency) in 1996, where responsibilities included addressing water pollution, dioxin-related issues, climate change mitigation, recycling policies, and the promotion of ecotourism.
From 2001 to 2003, was seconded by the Ministry of the Environment, Japan to Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg and Freie Universität Berlin in Germany as a visiting researcher.
After holding various positions, including Director of the Environmental Education Promotion Office at the Ministry of the Environment in 2016, assumed the current role in 2022.
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Nomura Takamori
DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO., LTD. Managing Executive Officer In charge of human resources and sustainability Head of Logistics Management In charge of exhibition at Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai
Joined Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd. in 1986. After holding various positions, including Director of the Human Resources Department at the Tokyo Branch, was appointed Executive Officer and General Manager of the Human Resources Department in October 2014.
Promoted to Managing Executive Officer in 2022, overseeing the Kansai Block, Head Office operations, and initiatives related to the Osaka-Kansai Expo.
Since 2024, has been responsible for the Environmental and Energy Business, Related Businesses, Logistics Operations, and continued oversight of the Osaka-Kansai Expo.
Assumed the current position in April 2025, currently serving as Managing Executive Officer, in charge of human resources and sustainability, Head of Logistics Management, and responsible for the exhibition at Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai.
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Ogawa Michiko
Panasonic Holdings Corporation Executive Officer In charge of Government and External Relations, and Solution Partners * General Manager, Technics Business Promotion, Panasonic Corporation
Joined the Acoustic Research Laboratory of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (now Panasonic Holdings Corporation) in 1986.
Appointed Manager of the CSR Social and Cultural Group in 2008.
In 2014, as Executive Officer in charge of audio growth strategy, led the revival of the high-end audio brand Technics.
Became a corporate officer in 2015, and after serving as Vice President of the Appliances Company in 2019, assumed the current role.
Since 2025, has been serving as Executive Officer, in charge of Government and External Relations and Solution Partners, and as General Manager of Technics Business Promotion at Panasonic Corporation.
Also serves as an Executive Board Member of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition.
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Eldar Tentchourine
Ernst & Young ShinNihon LLC Climate change and sustainability services Senior Consultant
From 2018 to 2021, obtained a double degree in Public Policy and Management from Sciences Po and ESCP Business School in Paris.
From 2021 to 2023, served as Deputy Financial Counsellor at the Economic Department of the French Embassy in Japan.
Joined EY CCaSS in 2023 as a Consultant, currently engaged in ESG strategy development, impact accounting, and advisory services related to sustainability finance and disclosure.
Also serves as an Executive Board Member of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition.
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SDGs+Beyond Future Society for Life Week
"A Choice to Change the Future. What We Can Do Now. — Creating a Sustainability Legacy Inspired by the Osaka-Kansai Expo —
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2025.10.03[Fri]
15:30～18:30
(Venue Open 15:30)
- Theme Weeks Connect (Outside Venue)
- * Programme times and content are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on this website and via the ticket booking system.
- * The schedule is subject to change depending on the organiser's circumstances.
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