Blue Planet Prize

13/05/2026

The laureates of the 2026 (35th) Blue Planet Prize will be announced on our website on June 10 at 11:00 JST.
The Blue Planet Prize is an international environmental award honoring individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions toward the resolution of global environmental problems.

Last year’s (2025) laureates were:
• Professor Robert B. Jackson (USA)
• Dr. Jeremy Leggett (UK)

Who will be selected this year?
We look forward to sharing the announcement with you in about one month.
https://af-info.or.jp/en/blueplanet/news/

22/04/2026

09/04/2026

Say no to plastic bags.
Use public transit.
Choose an EV.

Small choices shape the world.

Professor Daniel Sperling, 2013 Blue Planet Prize laureate, shares his vision for the future of sustainable transportation.

Technology is advancing.
But at the same time, a backlash is emerging——
and that is exactly why our choices matter now.

(af Magazine)

Read the full interview:

An Interview with Professor Daniel Sperling: The Future of Sustainable Transportation

02/04/2026

⏰ What time do you think it is on the Environmental Doomsday Clock?

The time on the Clock reflects the sense of crisis that environmental experts worldwide feel about the survival of humankind, expressed through the hands of the clock.

Since 1992, the Asahi Glass Foundation has been conducting the "Questionnaire on Environmental Problems and the Survival of Humankind" among experts worldwide, and this year marks the 35th survey.

This environmental survey includes a question about the time on the Clock.

A report summarizing the survey results and the time on the Environmental Doomsday Clock for 2026 will be announced in September.

▼ Learn more

This page shows at the "Questionnaire on Environmental Problems and the Survival of Humankind," which includes the Environmental Doomsday Clock. Latest Environmental Doomsday Clock, News, Changes in the Environmental Doomsday Clock, Past Environmental Doomsday Clock, Environmental Doomsday Clock by....

27/03/2026

🦋 8.1 million. Any guesses what this number refers to?
The answer: the estimated number of plant and animal species on Earth — approximately 8.1 million.
The Asahi Glass Foundation has released a comic for kids on our website that teaches the "differences among living things" and the balance of nature through fun quizzes.

Informed on the work of IPBES (the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services), the comic is designed to inspire a journey from "Learning → Thinking → Taking Action."

🔬 Great for use in the classroom, too!
Through quizzes such as:
• How many species of living things are there?
• What will happen if one species increases too much?
• What can we do to protect biodiversity?
…readers are encouraged to think about ecosystem balance and biodiversity.

The comic helps develop key scientific skills:
• The ability to observe and analyze natural phenomena from multiple perspectives
• A mindset for thinking about the relationship between people and nature

A great resource for science and environmental education in the classroom.
📖 Designed for elementary school students
📖 Suitable for both classroom and home learning

▶︎ Now available on the Foundation's website:
https://af-info.or.jp/en/ed_clock/gw_clock/comic.html

19/03/2026

Is climate change really "our problem"?
World-leading scientists answer this question. The program featuring the 2025 Blue Planet Prize laureates is now available on the Foundation's website.
The program introduces:
🔬 Prof. Robert B. Jackson, a pioneer in greenhouse gas emission research.
🌍 Dr. Jeremy Leggett, who has dedicated his career to building businesses that balance environmental responsibility and economic viability.
Through their work both in research and in society, these two experts discuss the reality of climate change and a "future where change is still possible."
Watch this if you:
✔ Are passionate about environmental issues
✔ Want to explore how your future career can make a difference
✔ Are looking for a first step toward taking action
▶ Watch here: https://www.af-info.or.jp/en/blueplanet/broadcasting.html

13/03/2026

Dr. Leggett’s talk reframed climate change—not as a “scary future,” but as a future where hope still exists.
•Real stories of planetary protection are already unfolding around us.
•Expanding forests and using wood wisely can improve both the climate and our quality of life.
•The way we communicate can be a powerful force for social change.
•To safeguard the future, we need a society where every voice is heard.
Even the most daunting climate challenges are changeable—if we take action together.

Dr. Leggett's Tokyo & Kyoto Talks: Now Online! Watch the full sessions here:
https://www.af-info.or.jp/en/blueplanet/list_2025.html -02

06/03/2026

“Restoring the Atmosphere” is already underway.
Professor Jackson’s talk turned the climate crisis into a story of hope, not resignation.
• Reducing Methane is the fastest route to climate stability
• Forests and soils absorb 30% of Global CO₂
• Satellites make “Invisible pollution” visible
• Simply switching gas stoves protects children’s health

Prof. Jackson's Tokyo & Kyoto Talks: Now Online! Watch the full sessions here:
https://www.af-info.or.jp/en/blueplanet/list_2025.html -01

12/02/2026

[Join Us at the 2026 AAAS Annual Meeting!]
We’re excited to announce that we’ll be showcasing the Blue Planet Prize—an international environmental award—at the 2026 AAAS Annual Meeting in Phoenix.

Please stop by our booth to learn more about our mission. We look forward to seeing you there!

📍 Location: Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ
📅 Exhibition Schedule
• Thu, Feb 12 | 18:00–20:00
• Fri, Feb 13 | 9:00–17:00
• Sat, Feb 14 | 9:00–17:00

📍 Our Booth: No. 214

ℹ️ Advance registration is required.
For details and registration: https://www.aaas.org/events/2026-aaas-annual-meeting

10/02/2026

Is climate change really “someone else’s problem”?
Two scientists working at the very front lines of global climate action share their answer.
The 2025 Blue Planet Prize was awarded to
Professor Robert B. Jackson, a leading authority on greenhouse gas research, and
Dr. Jeremy Leggett, a social entrepreneur who has long pursued ways to balance environmental protection and economic activity.
Not confined to laboratories, these two have been actively engaged in real-world solutions.
They speak candidly about the reality of climate change—and why there is still a future worth fighting for.
✔ Interested in environmental issues
✔ Thinking about your future career and society
✔ Wondering where to start and what action you can take
This 30-minute program is for you.
🗓 Broadcast: Friday, February 13, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:30 / 16:30 / 22:30 / 4:30 (Sat) (Japan Standard Time, JST)
📺 Channel: NHK WORLD-JAPAN / JIBTV
(English version)
A watch that might just change the way you see the world.