Japan s new energy storage industry
Japan is leading the way in technological development and dissemination of power storage systems in its efforts to expand the use of fuel cells and Ene-Farm. Ene-Farm, a fuel cell that utilizes hydrogen, was commercialized for the first time in Japan in 2009 with more than 400,000 units installed as of June 2021.
As the photovoltaic (PV) industry continues to evolve, advancements in Japan s new energy storage industry have become critical to optimizing the utilization of renewable energy sources. From innovative battery technologies to intelligent energy management systems, these solutions are transforming the way we store and distribute solar-generated electricity.
3 FAQs about [Japan s new energy storage industry]
Does Japan have a regulatory framework for energy storage?
es and help advance Japan into the next stage of its renewable energy transition. This briefing examines the regulatory framework for energy storage in Japan, draws comparisons with the European markets and seeks to identify the regulatory developmen
What are Japan's Energy plans?
Japan’s 6th Strategic Energy Plan (released in 2021) and the GX (Green Transformation) Decarbonization Power Supply Bill (released in 2023) target increasing the share of non-fossil fuel generation sources to 59% of the generation mix by 2030 compared with 31% in 2022.
Does Japan need more balancing capacity?
The need to incentivize more balancing capacity in Japan is strong. Renewable energy sources already account for a fifth of domestic electricity volumes, but the sector’s further expansion is focused on solar and wind power, which are intermittent. By 2030, official estimates show variable renewable energy reaching 20% of Japan’s power mix.