Nomura Research Institute takes initiative on co-creating the future

Hiroko Nakata Contributing writer

Nomura Research Institute has a unique background. Japan's first private think tank was founded as a joint-stock company, unlike many...

For Nippon Life, ESG investment is natural part of taking long view

Hiroko Nakata Contributing writer

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing is increasingly gaining attention as investors weigh the long-term impacts of corporate activities on...

Forum: Adapting to global rules on ESG disclosure

Hiroko Nakata Contributing writer

What do companies need to do in the face of increasing global calls for them to disclose information related to...

Keio University draws new generation to build society

Hiroko Nakata Contributing writer

With Japan facing the challenges of a declining population and a prolonged economic slump, the president of Keio University said...

How electronics giant NEC turned a crisis into society-leading strategy

Hiroko Nakata Contributing writer

Facing crisis a decade ago, electronics giant NEC Corp. sought once again to define the social significance of its business....

NFTs: E-book innovator Media Do also aids regional startups

Hiroko Nakata Contributing writer

E-book distributor Media Do Co., Ltd. not only plans to expand its business beyond the current form of e-books, but...

ESG is a ‘mega-trend’ we can’t put off: fund manager

Hiroko Nakata
Contributing writer

Climate change is an issue that urgently needs to be addressed, even though many countries are facing challenges to their...