The report on Third Open Forum has been published on the Hitachi, Ltd. Research & Development Group website.

The report on Third Open Forum of the Hitachi-AIST Circular Economy Cooperative Research Laboratory, titled “Challenges Toward a Circular Economy Society Where Diverse Stakeholders Coexist,” held on February 17, 2026, is now available on the Hitachi, Ltd. Research & Development Group website. The forum presented a roadmap and key requirements for realizing the envisioned future of “a society where diverse stakeholders coexist and social systems work together to facilitate circularity.” It also showcased specific initiatives related to digital solutions and standardization. The report also covers discussions with invited external experts on collaboration among stakeholders, which is essential for accelerating the transition to a circular economy, as well as measures that can achieve both economic viability and environmental sustainability.