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Toyota Motor Corporation has demonstrated a comprehensive level of transparency in disclosing its climate lobbying activities. The company has explicitly named specific climate policies and legislation it has engaged with, such as Japan's GX-ETS (Green Transformation Emission Trading Scheme), the Hydrogen Society Promotion Act, and the EU's 2035 zero emissions CO2 target for cars and vans. Toyota has also disclosed its participation in various councils and advisory panels, including the 'Council for a Strategy for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells' and the 'Study Group on Automobile Policies for Carbon Neutrality,' where it proposed actionable measures like expanding BEV/FCEV infrastructure and renewable energy plans. In terms of lobbying mechanisms, Toyota has provided detailed accounts of its activities, such as direct engagement through presentations at government-established councils, public statements, feasibility studies, and organized events like the Washington 'Fly-In' and Parliamentarian breakfast round tables in Europe. These disclosures identify both the mechanisms (e.g., meetings, presentations, and events) and the targets (e.g., Japanese ministries, U.S. Congress, and European policymakers). Furthermore, Toyota has clearly articulated the policy outcomes it seeks, including advocating for government support to expand charging infrastructure, provide purchase incentives, and promote public procurement of BEVs. It has also called for easing regulations to promote hydrogen technologies and achieving the EU's 2035 zero emissions target. These examples illustrate Toyota's commitment to transparency and its active engagement in shaping climate-related public policy.
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Toyota has demonstrated a comprehensive climate lobbying governance process, as evidenced by its detailed disclosures and alignment efforts. The company has published annual lobbying reports, such as "Toyota's Views on Climate Public Policies 2022" and 2023, which include updates on climate-related public policy activities and reviews of industry associations. Toyota explicitly mentions its efforts to align indirect lobbying through trade associations, stating, "This year, we increased the number of associations reviewed, and we also reviewed each organization's activities with the goals of the Paris Agreement, rather than Toyota's stance." Furthermore, Toyota describes its methodology for reviewing these associations, ensuring alignment with IPCC scientific findings, and outlines its strategy for addressing misalignments: "In cases where an association is conducting activities that are inconsistent with the goals of the Paris Agreement, we will clarify the misalignment and encourage the association to review its stance through constructive dialogues." The governance process is overseen by the Board of Directors, which is described as "the ultimate decision-making and oversight body for addressing climate-related issues." The Board deliberates on and monitors climate-related strategies and major action plans, ensuring accountability and alignment. Additionally, Toyota has disclosed its review methodology and the associations it engages with, such as JAMA, Keidanren, and ACEA, providing transparency into its lobbying activities and alignment with climate goals. This robust governance framework encompasses direct and indirect lobbying activities, with clear monitoring mechanisms and accountability structures in place, including third-party evaluations and escalation steps for addressing misalignments. The company's commitment to periodic reviews and its detailed oversight mechanisms reflect a strong alignment with its climate objectives and the goals of the Paris Agreement.
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