Briefing: Japan’s GX-ETS set to bring carbon pricing to domestic airlines from 2026

Following the introduction of a carbon tax for all fossil fuels in 2012, Japan is now preparing to move its voluntary GX-ETS into a mandatory phase in the fiscal year starting April 2026.

Following the introduction of a carbon tax for all fossil fuels in 2012, Japan is now preparing to move its voluntary GX-ETS into a mandatory phase in the fiscal year starting April 2026.