Japan power storage project

How big is Japan's energy storage capacity?

Global energy storage capacity was estimated to have reached 36,735MW by the end of 2022 and is forecasted to grow to 353,880MW by 2030. Japan had 1,671MW of capacity in 2022 and this is expected to rise to 10,074MW by 2030. Listed below are the five largest energy storage projects by capacity in Japan, according to GlobalData’s power database.

What is the Hirohara battery energy storage system?

The Hirohara battery energy storage system is Eku Energy’s first project in Japan set to reach Financial Close and our latest global project that combines our global energy storage specialisation coupled with our deep local presence. We are pleased to be partnering with Tokyo Gas as offtaker as we together accelerate the energy transition.

What are the policy settings for battery energy storage in Japan?

The policy settings in Japan support investment in Battery Energy Storage and are compatible with delivering safe, secure and reliable green energy in a cost-effective manner to energy consumers, which is our mission. Kentaro Ono, Eku Energy Japan’s Managing Director, said:

Who owns the battery storage facility in Japan?

Project financing has been arranged by MUFG Bank representing the first battery storage project they have arranged finance for in Japan. Under the offtake agreement, Eku Energy will own the BESS while Tokyo Gas will own 100% of its operating rights for 20 years, with Eku Energy responsible for the ongoing maintenance of the facility.

When will Hirohara energy storage plant be built in Miyazaki?

The actual construction of the 30MW/120MWh Hirohara Energy Storage Plant in Miyazaki City, which is the first grid-scale project in Miyazaki Prefecture, will begin on October 1, 2024. Development of the project was first announced this April and the facility is expected to be commissioned in July 2026.

What is Renova-Himeji battery energy storage system?

The Renova-Himeji Battery Energy Storage System is a 15,000kW lithium-ion battery energy storage project located in Himeji, Hyogo, Japan. The rated storage capacity of the project is 48,000kWh. The electro-chemical battery storage project uses lithium-ion battery storage technology. The project will be commissioned in 2025.