Kitakyushu Urban Centre

The linear economic system of mass production, consumption and disposal has devastating impacts on the environment. It results in waste generation, pollution and biodiversity loss. Addressing such environmental issues requires a shift towards a circular economic system that promotes the recycling of resources. We are working in collaboration with international organisations, municipalities, universities, businesses and other stakeholders to support the formulation of policies at the local level and develop tangible projects to accelerate the transition to a circular economy (CE).

A society where people and nature thrive together is increasingly guided by the concept of “Nature Positive”—reversing biodiversity loss and putting nature on a path to recovery. Businesses and local communities are now expected to integrate this perspective into more sustainable management practices and regional development. Working closely with Kitakyushu City and a broad range of stakeholders, we are advancing initiatives that help bring nature positive solutions to life across the region .

The world aims to achieve all 17 goals and 169 targets of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. Guided by the principle of ‘leaving no one behind,’ the SDGs call for action not only from national governments, but also from local authorities, businesses, schools, organisations and citizens, with all stakeholders expected to play a role within the limited time remaining. We are working to promote the SDGs as a common global language in a way that is easily understood at the local level, and are committed to localising the SDGs by adapting and applying the goals in ways that suit local contexts as a means of integrating and resolving regional challenges.