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sustainability and resilience. Furthermore, In reflecting on the culmination of ASEP

participants creatively depicted future 2023 and the overarching ASEP program, it

scenarios through the lens of becomes apparent that the theme of

environmental news, envisioning a world "Regeneration – Seedlings of ASEP

where ecological balance and human well- (Futurology)" has served as a catalyst for

being harmoniously coexist. Following the profound exploration and discussion.

presentations, the program culminated Throughout the program, the participants

with a solemn yet celebratory closing had delved into the intricate interplay

ceremony, symbolizing the collective between human societies and the

achievements, learnings, and bonds forged environment, contemplating the trajectory

throughout the ASEP 2023 journey. In of our planet's future and the values

essence, the final day of ASEP 2023 served essential for its preservation. The theme

as a testament to the power of collective prompted a forward-looking perspective,

vision, transformative thinking, and urging the participants to envision not only

proactive engagement in addressing global the challenges but also the opportunities

environmental challenges and fostering a that lie ahead in the realm of environmental

world where nature thrives, and humanity sustainability. The discussions led by Ms.

flourishes. Narumi Yoshikawa of Waseda University, a

researcher in Agri-anthropology, provided

valuable insights into the evolving

dynamics of human-nature interactions

and the implications for future

environmental sustainability. Participants

were challenged to envision environmental

issues and their development over the

coming decade, considering factors such

as climate change, biodiversity loss, and

resource depletion. Through this exercise,

they gained a deeper understanding of the

interconnectedness of environmental

challenges and the need for holistic

approaches to address them. The

Futurology Workshop further facilitated

participants in envisioning the future of

human behaviour, social systems, and

business in the context of environmental

sustainability. By focusing on specific

environmental issues prevalent in 2023, the

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