An article featuring Associate Professor Keiichiro Kanemoto from the Graduate School of Environmental Studies was published in The Asahi Shimbun (morning edition and digital edition) on October 23, 2026.
The article highlights his research group's findings using satellite imagery and machine learning to map global deforestation and biodiversity risks associated with specific mineral commodities. It specifically addresses the ecological threats posed by surging lithium extraction to fragile salt lake ecosystems and underscores the importance of selecting lower-impact mining locations in corporate supply chains.