<basic objective>
Enhancing rational use of energy and energy efficiency in order to achieve 3E’s harmonization.

• Regulations regarding factories and business premises
• Regulations regarding buildings (newly built, extended)
• Regulations regarding transportation (cargo owners/carrier companies)
• Energy efficiency standard for appliances and automobiles (Top runner program)
• Others (supportive measures/finance, tax, R&D, publicity, etc.)
  <ECCJ’s Status> ECCJ should be the core organization responsible for promotion of energy conservation.
  (supplemented resolution for the Law at the Diet )

(newly built, extended)

1. Obligations to building owner
   • Prevention of heat loss through external walls and windows.
   • Efficient utilization of energy for air conditioners, ventilation systems, lighting, water heaters, elevators.
   • Owners of specified buildings should report on energy saving measures before the construction. (specified buildings : other than housings, with floor space of 2,000m² or more)
2. Guidance and standards for the building owners on building design and construction.