Future Earth Research for Global Sustainability Cindy Yoshiko Shirata Secretary General, Science Council of Asia Professor of University of Tsukuba Science Council of Asia

Social Sciences Approach For Climate Change (CDP=Carbon Disclosure Project)

NEW: Climate Changes Reporting System for Future Earth The Climate Change reporting system by is announced which is an electronic language of the 'XML' family. " Companies are increasingly reporting on their carbon footprints as a way to measure their direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions. The climate change reporting taxonomy will allow companies to enhance such data collection and streamline their carbon reporting processes.“ Brad J. Monterio, Board Member, Institute of Management Accountants and Chair, IMA XBRL Committee

eXtensible Business Reporting Language, or XBRL as it is eXtensible Business Reporting Language, or XBRL as it is more commonly known, is about to transform the way companies report their climate change information. XBRL is already widely used for financial reporting in the Japan where it is mandated by the Ministry of Finance and Tax Agency. XBRL climate change reporting taxonomy will make climate disclosure easier and more streamlined for companies. -the Climate Disclosure Standards Board, UK-

Activities of Science Council of Asia

Science Council of Asia All 16 Asian member countries and 26 Scientific Institutions are co-working together for the Sustainable Development! (incl. Ministries) “Scientists always think what science can do for the people’s life and happiness. “ -SCA Declaration 2012-

Foreign Policy Makers are interested in Scientific Activities (They are one of stakeholders) Prime Minister Baburam Bhattari Myanmar Mister of Higher Education Bhutan Ministry Gross National Happiness Cambodia Minister of Education Sports and Youth

Policy Makers and MFA Japan Side Policy Makers in Japan ….who? Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Embassy) are not interested in Scientific Group Embassy is interested in Relationship with Universities (Education) Foreign Country Side Who is Policy Maker….e.g. Sri Lanka Scientist Group has a big power to the Ministries

Funding Program (SATREPS)

Economic Cooperation and ODA

Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development (SATREPS) -New Scheme of JST and JICA- Funding: Develop Research Cooperation!

Coordinating networking between researchers, and training future human resource in developing countries and Japan (students can join the project) 1. International cooperation – Enhancing International cooperation in Science and Technology between Japan and developing countries 2 Addressing global issues and advancing science – Developing and applying new technology for the resolution of global issues and acquiring new knowledge 3 Capacity development – Boosting self-reliant research and development capacity in developing countries through international joint research, constructing sustainable research system The Role of SATREPS

SATREPS Funding Scheme Former OECF (JBIC and JICA)

SATREPS joins and coordinate functions, activities and capabilities Science and Technology Promoting science and technology encouraging innovation Meeting Global needs Resolving global and contributing to the science and technology community Japan’s capabilities World-leading technology, proven research capacity Soft power International cooperation ODA, development assistance Meeting local needs Capacity development to address issues emerging as local needs in developing countries Developing countries’ capabilities Direct experience, knowledge, and idea needed for research on global issues Potential to contribute to the global economy through new markets and industries

US$437,760/year

Our Goal is… Sustainable development in All Asian Countries! Thank you! Try to find your Japanese research partner at Conference and let’s apply SATREPS!