Japan

Renova Secures 20-Year VPPA for 18 MW Solar Project
Renova Inc. secures a game-changing 20-year VPPA for 18 MW solar capacity, promising sustainable energy and paving the way for a greener future in Japan's power market!
Nov 1, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Japan, Asia, Solar Project, Renova Inc.
Japan Trials Perovskite Solar Cells in Fukushima
Fukushima's solar future shines bright as Japan trials lightweight perovskite panels, merging innovation with recovery in a commitment to sustainable energy by March 2024!
Sep 9, 2024 // Technology, Japan, solar cells, Asia, perovskite, Fukushima
Japan Launches Agrivoltaic Solar Cell Demonstration Test
Discover the future of sustainable farming as Sekisui Chemical and TERRA launch Japan’s first agrivoltaic test, harnessing innovative perovskite solar cells for greener energy and thriving crops!
Aug 22, 2024 // Technology, Japan, Asia, solar cell
Obton Expands Japanese Solar Presence with $290m Acquisition
Danish solar investment firm Obton A/S makes a bold move in Japan with a $290 million investment in BCPG, solidifying its position as a top player in the market.
Aug 6, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Japan, Asia, obton
Eku Energy secures financing for 30-MW battery project in Japan
Eku Energy powers up Japan's energy transition with 30 MW battery storage project, backed by Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and Tokyo Gas Co Ltd.
Aug 2, 2024 // Storage, Japan, Asia, Eku Energy
Obton, GSSG Solar JV acquires 117-MW solar portfolio in Japan
Danish investor Obton and GSSG Solar team up again to acquire 117-MW solar portfolio in Japan, powering over 30,000 households with clean energy.
Jul 8, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Japan, Asia, obton, GSSG
Eneos Renewable Energy's 49-MW Solar Partnership in Japan
ERE partners with WAKO Group and AAP to develop 49 MW of solar power in Japan, set to enter construction phase this year for operation in 2027.
Jun 28, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Japan, Asia, PV Power Plant, Eneos Renewable Energy
Toyota Tsusho secures solar power from Canadian Solar in Japan
Canadian Solar Inc shines in Japan with two new photovoltaic parks, partnering with Toyota Tsusho Corp for sustainable energy solutions.
Jun 19, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Japan, Canadian Solar, Asia, PV Power Plant
Google Signs Solar PPAs for Japanese Data Centres
Google's new solar power agreements in Japan demonstrate its commitment to sustainable infrastructure and reducing its carbon footprint.
May 24, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Japan, Asia, Google
Novel Technique Grows Single-Crystal Perovskite Hydrides for Conductivity Study
Japanese researchers pioneer new method for growing single-crystal perovskite hydrides, unlocking potential for hydrogen storage and superconducting technologies.
May 21, 2024 // Technology, Japan, Asia, perovskite
Japan's First Offshore Floating Solar Plant Powers Tokyo Bay
Revolutionizing renewable energy in Japan, SolarDuck and Tokyu Corp launch the country's first offshore floating solar power plant, powering electric vehicles and boats. #sustainableenergy
May 10, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Floating PV, Japan, Asia, PV Power Plant
Enfinity secures $195M for 70MW Japan solar plant
Enfinity Global Inc secures $195 million for 70-MW solar plant in Japan, supporting Aomori's clean energy goals and powering thousands of households. CEO committed to carbon neutrality by 2050.
Apr 29, 2024 // Plants, Japan, Asia, PV Power Plant, Enfinity
Eku Energy's 30-MW Battery Project Powers Up Japan
Eku Energy partners with Tokyo Gas for a cutting-edge energy storage project in Japan, set to power thousands of homes for hours on end.
Apr 25, 2024 // Storage, Japan, Asia, Eku Energy
Sonnedix's Solar Success: 18 MW Refinancing in Japan
Sonnedix secures JPY-5.29-billion refinancing for 18 MW solar capacity in Japan, showcasing commitment to global asset optimization and growth in Japanese solar market.
Apr 19, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, Japan, Sonnedix, Asia
Jera Launches 20-GW Global Green Energy Platform
Jera Co's new venture, JERA Nex, aims to deploy 20 GW of green energy by 2035, led by Nathalie Oosterlinck to drive a future of sustainable, affordable power.
Apr 15, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Japan, Asia, Jera Co