Japan wins G-7 support for 'avoided emissions' climate concept

Expert says guidelines help but are no substitute for cutting greenhouse gases

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Japan has been pushing for "avoided emissions" to be recognized as part of companies' decarbonization efforts. (Source photos by AP and Getty Images)

SAYUMI TAKE, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Business groups are optimistic that "avoided emissions" will become more widely accepted as a criterion for measuring companies' decarbonization efforts after Japan persuaded fellow Group of Seven members to recognize the concept.

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