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Japan, Turning Wastewater into Power: Sumitomo Launches BIOIMPACT-AC for a Greener Future
A compact anaerobic digestion system transforms industrial wastewater into renewable biogas, helping companies achieve carbon neutrality. On August 1, 2025, Sumitomo Heavy Industries Environment announced the launch of its new system, BI... -
Fujitsu General Posts Strong Profit Growth Despite Flat Sales
Japan’s hot summer and Middle Eastern demand offset weak markets in Europe, China, and North America. In Japan, Fujitsu General announced its financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2026 (April–June 2025).... -
Daikin Holds Strong Profit Levels in China Despite Real Estate Slump
Direct-to-consumer strategy and high-value products offset weak housing demand and cautious corporate investment. In China, Daikin faced a challenging environment as the property market continued to deteriorate and consumer sentiment rem... -
Daikin Expands U.S. and Latin America Air-Conditioning Sales Despite Weak Housing Demand
Premium products and stronger dealer networks drive growth, while inflation and interest rates keep the housing market under pressure. In North and South America, Daikin’s air-conditioning business faced a difficult environment during th... -
Daikin Reports Record Profit Despite Global Housing Market Slowdown
Japan’s leading air-conditioning maker overcomes U.S. tariffs and China’s property crisis with higher sales and cost-cutting. In Japan, Daikin Industries has announced the results for the first quarter of its fiscal year ending March 202... -
Tokyo to Offer $530 Subsidy for Air Conditioners Amid Record Heatwaves
Support for Elderly and Disabled Households as Japan Faces Dangerous Summer Temperatures In Japan, the government of Tokyo is preparing a major step to protect vulnerable residents from the extreme summer heat. Facing record-breaking tem... -
Japan, Panasonic and Osaka Gas Develop Industry-First Absorption Chiller for Hydrogen and Natural Gas Co-Firing
Existing gas-fired units can be retrofitted for hydrogen use, accelerating the shift toward carbon neutrality. Panasonic Corporation’s Air Quality & Air Conditioning Company, together with Osaka Gas Co., Ltd. and its subsidiary Daiga... -
Mitsubishi, Japan’s ZEB Facility “SUSTIE” Wins ASHRAE Technology Award for Excellence in Asia
Mitsubishi Electric’s next-generation office building sets global standards for energy efficiency and comfort. In a major recognition for sustainable architecture, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Mitsubishi Jisho Sekkei Inc., and Waseda... -
Stay Cool and Protected: Japan Launches Air Conditioner Cleaning with Heatstroke Insurance
A unique service that combines professional AC cleaning with heatstroke coverage is now available in Japan for a limited time. In Japan, summers have been getting hotter each year, and concerns about heatstroke are rising among families.... -
Daikin’s Climate Commitment: Net-Zero Target Approved by SBTi
A major step toward decarbonization as Daikin’s long-term greenhouse gas reduction goals gain global recognition. Daikin Industries, Ltd., based in Osaka, has announced that its greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets have been officially...