6.1 Environmental Issues

• Air pollution in Japan is primarily caused by vehicle emissions and industrial activities
• What are the main causes of air pollution in Japan?

  Vehicle emissions, industrial activities
• Order the major environmental problems in Japan from most to least severe:

  1️⃣ Pollution

  2️⃣ Climate Change

  3️⃣ Resource Management
• Dwindling natural resources in Japan are a concern due to urbanization and industrial demands.


  True
• Sustainability programs in Japan are jointly implemented by the government and corporations.


  True
• Public awareness and participation in environmental protection are growing in Japan.


  True
• What are some of the major environmental issues facing Japan?

  Air pollution, water pollution, waste management, natural disasters, deforestation
• Match the environmental issue with its description:

  Air Pollution ↔️ Caused by vehicle emissions and industrial activities

  Water Pollution ↔️ Contamination from industrial waste

  Waste Management ↔️ Challenges in handling plastic waste

  Natural Disasters ↔️ Frequent earthquakes and typhoons

  Deforestation ↔️ Loss of forest cover due to urbanization
• Frequent natural disasters in Japan, such as earthquakes and typhoons, impact the environment
• What are the main causes of pollution in Japan?

  Industrial activities, vehicle emissions
• What role do corporations play in addressing environmental concerns in Japan?

  Develop green technologies
• What is the government's role in conservation efforts in Japan?

  Protect natural ecosystems
• Public participation in environmental protection in Japan includes recycling, energy conservation, and community cleanups
• What are the primary drivers of public awareness and participation in environmental protection in Japan?

  Pollution, climate change, disasters
• What is a major cause of air pollution in Japan?

  Vehicle emissions
• Which entity is responsible for enforcing environmental regulations in Japan?

  Government
• What are the projected trends for climate change impacts in Japan?

  Rising temperatures, extreme weather
• Public awareness about environmental issues is increased through education, media, and community programs
• Water pollution in Japan is caused by industrial waste, sewage, and agricultural runoff
• What are the primary causes of pollution in Japan, according to the study material?

  Industrial activities, emissions
• Corporations in Japan invest in green technologies to address environmental concerns.


  True
• Sustainability initiatives in Japan focus on sustainable resource management and circular economy
• What cultural belief in Buddhism encourages compassionate use of resources?

  Interdependence of living beings
• Which frequent natural disasters impact the environment in Japan?

  Earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons
• Water pollution in Japan is caused by industrial waste, sewage, and agricultural runoff.

  True
• Match the initiative type with the responsible party and key action:

  Environmental Regulations ↔️ Government enforces strict environmental laws

  Green Technologies ↔️ Corporations invest in eco-friendly products

  Sustainability Programs ↔️ Both implement sustainable practices
• Efforts to conserve energy in Japan include promoting renewable energy sources
• Why is proactive public engagement crucial for environmental protection in Japan?

  For sustainable development efforts
• Proactive engagement in environmental protection is crucial for Japan's sustainable development efforts.

  True
• Frequent natural disasters in Japan, such as earthquakes and tsunamis, pose significant challenges to ecosystems.


  True
• Climate change in Japan leads to rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and sea-level rise
• Types of public participation in environmental protection in Japan.

  1️⃣ Recycling

  2️⃣ Energy conservation

  3️⃣ Community cleanups

  4️⃣ Supporting environmental advocacy groups
• Shintoism in Japan views nature as sacred and imbued with spirits (kami).

  True