This committee aims to accelerate the Green Transformation (GX) of industry by leveraging Japan’s world-leading electromagnetic wave processing technologies, particularly microwave applications. It seeks to present a quantitative assessment of decarbonization effects and develop a roadmap toward widespread implementation. Furthermore, by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, the committee promotes a broad spectrum of R&D from fundamental science to practical applications, ultimately contributing to the emergence of new industries. Social implementation, standardization, and strategic outreach will be pursued through dedicated subcommittees to enhance industrial competitiveness and societal impact.

The committee is organized into five specialized subcommittees, each focusing on key aspects such as social implementation, decarbonization assessment, standardization, academic research, and external engagement. Plenary sessions will serve as platforms for sharing outcomes and facilitating cross-disciplinary collaboration, ultimately generating impactful outputs for society and industry.

1. Social Implementation Subcommittee
This subcommittee consists of microwave equipment manufacturers, end-user industries, and academic researchers specializing in scale-up technology. It aims to promote the practical application and industrial deployment of electromagnetic wave technologies by addressing technical challenges such as equipment feasibility, process continuity, and design optimization, ultimately paving the way for real-world implementation.

2. Subcommittee on Decarbonization Assessment
Led by experts in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and environmental evaluation, this subcommittee quantitatively assesses the decarbonization impact of electromagnetic wave processes. It aims to develop evaluation metrics, benchmark against conventional methods, and enhance public recognition of electromagnetic technologies as viable decarbonization solutions, promoting methodological advancements from both academic and practical perspectives.

3.Standardization Subcommittee
Comprising members from equipment manufacturers, end-user industries, and research institutions, this subcommittee aims to establish standardized procedures and measurement techniques for electromagnetic wave processing to support industrial scalability and global interoperability.

4. Academic Science Subcommittee
Led by academic researchers, this subcommittee engages in fundamental research, theoretical modeling, and interdisciplinary collaboration to advance the scientific understanding of electromagnetic wave processing. It also organizes academic conferences and technical workshops.

5.External Relations Subcommittee
This subcommittee is responsible for disseminating research outcomes to the public and fostering partnerships with industries, government agencies, and international stakeholders to amplify the societal impact of electromagnetic wave technologies.

Einaga Hisahiro
Professor,
Kyushu University

April 2025 to March 2030

Academia: 41
Industry: 26
Total membership:67