Japan's Prime Minister has not ruled out the possibility of pleas for population wide energy conservation measures amidst an ongoing power crunch. The PM's statement suggests that the government may take measures to ensure reliable power supply without overburdening the existing power generation capabilities. Details of when and where the said measures will be implemented are yet to be announced.
In Japan, power conservation requests are usually a response to periods of high demand or logistical difficulties in power supply. They carry a great significance since Japan’s traumatic experience during the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami where large-scale blackouts occurred. The country values the importance of energy conservation in maintaining a steady supply of power for the people.
In the U.S or EU, energy conservation is also taken seriously but the methods can differ. Rather than government-led pleas for conservation during crises, these areas often focus on long-term policies promoting renewable energy usage and implementing 'smart grid' technology for more efficient power distribution.