Supporting Community Beautification Through Collaboration Between Government and Citizens: The 'Adopt-a-Program Subsidy System' to Continue in Fiscal Year 2026

The Japan Environmental Management Association for Industry and Packaging (JEMAI; Chairperson: Miyoko Tanaka) will continue its 'Adopt-a-Program Subsidy System,' which has been in operation since fiscal year 2012, for the current year.

Background As interest in social sustainability grows, Adopt-a-Program subsidy activities are building a foundation for achieving sustainable resource use and environmental conservation through waste reduction, the promotion of recycling, increased environmental awareness, and collaboration between local governments and citizens at the community level.

These initiatives play a vital role in promoting a circular economy that keeps resources in circulation.

To date, JEMAI has provided subsidies to a total of 945 organizations, including those newly participating in the 'Adopt-a-Program' and those seeking to enhance or expand their existing adoption activities. JEMAI will continue to provide these subsidies this year.

Subsidy Details - Subsidy Grant Course: Maximum of 100,000 yen per organization (Total budget: 2.5 million yen [planned]) - Cleaning Supplies Course: Up to 50 sets of bibs and tongs per organization (Total: 800 sets [planned]) - Application Deadline: Friday, June 12, 2026 (must be postmarked by this date)

* Please apply via the following URL: 2026 'Adopt-a-Program Subsidy System' https://kankyobika.or.jp/adopt/subsidy-for-adopt/2026-outline

What is the 'Adopt-a-Program,' a social contribution you can start today? Protect your community with a simple step!

◆ JEMAI is composed of six beverage industry associations.