He also founded the Okinawa Sea Turtle Conservation NPO CHURAMURA in 2020– a grassroots team of over 30 volunteers who are hands-on, passionate and dedicated, coordinating prefecture wide efforts to protect the endangered Sea Turtle nesting and feeding habitats through outreach and community engagement. Their goals include creating a marine conservation education center along with Japan's first ever Sea Turtle Rescue Center and the establishment of Japan's first Sea Turtle coastal protected Sanctuary for nesting mothers. Please follow and support their work here: www.churamura.org 

Special Session

Sustainable Energy and Social Inclusion: Innovation, Impact, and Co-building the Future

This topic intersects two critical areas of concern: sustainable energy and social inclusion. The discussion around sustainable energy is pivotal in the face of climate change and the need to transition towards renewable energy sources. Simultaneously, social inclusion is essential for ensuring that all segments of society have access to and benefit from sustainable energy solutions.
By convening experts, policymakers, and stakeholders from around the world, this conference provides a platform to explore innovative approaches to sustainable energy generation, distribution, and utilization. It also facilitates discussions on how to ensure that these solutions are inclusive, considering factors such as affordability, accessibility, and cultural relevance.

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