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Public Comment: Draft Guidelines for Practicing Nature Positive in Procurement

「調達におけるネイチャーポジティブの実践のためのガイドライン(案)」に関する意見募集(パブリック・コメント)について

Published: 2026-06-15 · Source: e-Gov Public Comment · Stage: Public Comment Closed · Area: Other · Impact (preliminary): Medium · Comment deadline: 2026-07-02 00:00 JST

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AI summary

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Summary

Japan's Ministry of the Environment (Nature Conservation Bureau) has opened a public comment period on a draft document titled 'Guidelines for the Practice of Nature Positive in Procurement.' According to the metadata, the draft was announced on 2026/06/15 with a comment submission deadline of 2026/07/02 00:00, under the environmental conservation category. This is a draft out for public comment and not a finalized or enforceable measure.

Business Impact

Organizations involved in procurement may wish to note that future guidelines could affect how nature-related considerations are incorporated into purchasing practices.

Recommended Action

Consider reviewing the official e-Gov public comment notice and the draft guidelines to verify the scope, requirements, and submission deadline before the comment period closes.