The Japanese government will strengthen safeguards to protect ecosystems and landscapes from the adverse impact of large-scale solar farms, officials said Monday. The government is expected to revise the electricity business act in 2026 at the earliest, requiring a third-party organization to corroborate the safety of building such facilities. The move comes after the construction of mega solar facilities drew backlash near the Kushiro Wetlands in Hokkaido and other areas, stirring concerns that such developments could damage wildlife habitats. Officials including those from the Ministry of Ec…