The Future of Earth and Biodiversity Week
「The Earth Hall of Fame KYOTO」International Conference・Future Forum
The Earth Hall of Fame Kyoto Management Council、The Earth Forum Kyoto
Discussion
- global environmental issues
| Transmission of simultaneous interpretation | Provided |
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| Language of interpretation | Japanese |
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Theme Weeks CONNECT
- Time and
Date of
the event -
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2025.09.20[Sat]
13:00 ～ 17:30
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- Venue
- Theme Weeks Connect (Outside Venue)
- Kyoto International Conference Center
Programme details
This conference will feature speakers who have made significant contributions to global environmental conservation and have been inducted into the Kyoto Global Environment Hall of Fame. It will also host a panel discussion on solving global environmental issues in Kyoto, the birthplace of the Kyoto Protocol, which for the first time internationally imposed obligations on developed countries to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, students who have explored the relationship between Kyoto's 1,200-year-old traditional culture and its natural environment will present their “Proposals for the Future” aimed at addressing future global environmental issues.
Reports
【Reflection】
To mark the 20th anniversary of the Kyoto Protocol's entry into force, and under the theme of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, “Designing a Future Society Where Life Shines”, The Earth Hall of Fame KYOTO, International Conference / Future Forum was held. This event featured young people who had explored the relationship between the natural environment and Kyoto culture at the Future Forum delivering a “Commitment for the Future” to the world. It also included discussions on themes such as “Climate Change” and “Biological and Cultural Diversity” between past inductees into the Earth Hall of Fame KYOTO and young people.
On that day, 1,100 attendees were coming, we could provide a significant opportunity to showcase Kyoto as a global leader in environmental innovation.
The event commenced with traditional cultural and performing arts presentations by members of the Do You KYOTO? Network.
This was followed by opening remarks from the organisers, followed by the screening of a video message for the future from Professor Shukuro Manabe (first inductee into the Earth Hall of Fame KYOTO), winner of the 2021 Nobel Prize in Physics.
After that, Professor Juichi Yamagiwa, Chairman of The Earth Hall of Fame KYOTO, did a keynote lecture on the theme of ‘Japan Environmental Studies’. This was followed by a special dialogue between quiz player Takushi Izawa and Professor Juichi Yamagiwa.
Subsequently, as part of the Future Forum,43 out of 106 high school and university students—who had explored the relationship between the natural environment and Kyoto culture across various locations within the prefecture from May to August this year—presented a “Commitment for the Future”. This Commitment was based on the learning and insights gained from their research activities.
Through the Future Forum, young people deepened their understanding of global environmental conservation.
Additionally, the panel discussion featured themes of “Climate Change” and “Biological and Cultural Diversity”, with the inductees,Ego Lemos (10th), Ms Keiko Nakamura (14th), and Ms Mikiko Kainuma (15th), and leading authority like Mr Takushi Izawa, and students was conducted.
Through this panel discussion, the importance of environmental conservation was transmitted to the world.
Finally, Mr Ego Lemos performed his original song “Let's Fix the Earth”, with the chorus sung in unison by the speakers and attendees, their hearts as one.
【Post EXPO Initiatives】
“Future Form” implemented as our first initiative this year, surveys for participants revealed strong expectations for continuing fieldwork that allow direct engagement with on-the-ground perspectives and current realities.
Furthermore, considering global issues such as advancing climate change, we believe there remains a need for initiatives that nurture the inquisitive spirit of young people who will lead the next generation and cultivate future environmental leaders.
Therefore, moving forward, the Earth Hall of Fame KYOTO will take over the ‘Commitment for the Future’ as its legacy. We will persist in providing opportunities for young people to explore and present their findings on the coexistence and harmony between culture and diverse natural environments. Furthermore, we will continue to consult with members of the executive committee and other stakeholders to make these explorations more meaningful for participants.
Cast
Speakers
Eugenio ‘Ego’ Lemos
CEO of Permatil and Goodwill Ambassador for Culture, Environment and Water Resources of Timor-Leste
A member of the National Curriculum Development Advisory Team of the Ministry of Education of East Timor, and a world-renowned singer-songwriter. As part of the education system for children in East Timor, he is involved in the design and promotion of a permaculture garden and planting water system, which serve as a laboratory for applying real-life skills within schools.
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Nakamura Keiko
JT Biohistory Research Hall Honorary Director
The “Biohistory Research Hall” was founded with the goal of generating knowledge with a biohistorical worldview, and shifting society’s values through doing so. The hall continues to create knowledge together with people from diverse fields, seeking to create a society in which people as living beings can live vibrant lives
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Kainuma Mikiko
Research Advisor, Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES), Honorary Director General, National Institute for Environmental Studies
Following the 2℃ target (and 1.5℃ challenge) agreed in the Paris Agreement, the IPCC Special Report on 1.5℃ published in 2018 identified that the temperature rise between 2℃ and 1.5℃ had significant differences in impact. As one of the authors, she disseminated these findings, reinforcing the long-term goal from 2℃ to 1.5℃ in the Paris Agreement
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Yamagiwa Juichi
Director-General Research Institute for Humanity and Nature
26th President of Kyoto University until 2020. Specializes in human evolution theory.
Engaged in social ecological research on wild Japanese macaques on Yakushima Island and wild gorillas in various parts of Africa.
Served as President of the Japanese Primatological Society, President of the International Primatological Society, President of the Science Council of Japan, and Member of the Council for Science, Technology and Innovation.
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Izawa Takushi
QuizKnock Co., Ltd. CEO, Quiz Player
Graduated from Kaisei Junior and Senior High School and the Faculty of Economics at the University of Tokyo. During his time at Kaisei High School, he achieved the first-ever two consecutive individual victories in the National High School Quiz Championship. He served as editor-in-chief of the web media outlet QuizKnock and was involved in planning and appearing on the YouTube channel.
In 2019, he established QuizKnock Co., Ltd. and assumed the position of CEO.
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The Future of Earth and Biodiversity Week
「The Earth Hall of Fame KYOTO」International Conference・Future Forum
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2025.09.20[Sat]
13:00～17:30
(Venue Open 12:15)
- 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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