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Toyo Mebius Utilizes On-Site PPA Model for Renewable Energy

Toyo Mebius Co., a subsidiary of Toyo Seikan Group Holdings, is set to implement a groundbreaking initiative at its Takatsuki Logistics Center, located in Osaka, Japan. Starting in February 2026, the company plans to utilize renewable energy through an on-site Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) model in collaboration with Tes Engineering Co. This model will facilitate a self-consumption solar power generation system aimed at advancing the company's environmental sustainability goals.

Purpose of the Initiative

Toyo Mebius is committed to realizing a decarbonized society. As part of its long-term environmental strategy, the Eco Action Plan 2030, the group has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% by the year 2030 (compared to 2019 levels) and aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Implementing a solar power generation system is a crucial step towards attaining these objectives.

Details of the Initiative

In partnership with Tes Engineering, a company specializing in renewable energy solutions, Toyo Mebius will install a self-consumption solar power generation system on the rooftop of its Takatsuki Logistics Center. Under the on-site PPA model, Tes Engineering will own and maintain the solar system while providing renewable electricity to Toyo Mebius. The solar power system is projected to have a capacity of approximately 2.3 megawatts (MW), with an estimated annual power generation of around 2.61 million kilowatt-hours (kWh). It is anticipated that this initiative will result in a reduction of approximately 1,101 tons of CO₂ emissions per year.

The generated electricity will primarily be utilized to power the logistics center's warehouse and office facilities. In addition to contributing to lower GHG emissions, this project offers the advantage of requiring no initial investment for the electricity-consuming entity (in this case, Toyo Mebius) while ensuring a stable power supply that is not influenced by fluctuations in electrical demand or fuel issues.

About Toyo Mebius

Founded in October 2008, Toyo Mebius is the result of merging three logistics companies with a rich history under the Toyo Seikan brand. The company has grown into a comprehensive logistics organization, enhancing its service offerings and establishing warehouses across Japan. It also expanded internationally by setting up a base in Bangkok, Thailand, in 2011. The core mission of Toyo Mebius is to deliver valuable products safely, reliably, and promptly to customers, striving to contribute positively to society.

For more information, visit Toyo Mebius.

About Toyo Seikan Group

Established in 1917, Toyo Seikan Group is a leading packaging manufacturer that provides a wide variety of containers made from materials such as metal, plastic, paper, and glass. Apart from packaging, the company also engages in engineering, filling, logistics, sheet metal, functional materials, and real estate sectors. The group emphasizes long-term sustainability, aspiring towards a 'Future Wrapped in Safety, Security, and Abundance' through its Long-Term Management Vision 2050, launched in May 2021. With a workforce of around 19,000 across 44 domestic companies and 50 overseas affiliates, the group anticipates consolidated revenues of 922.5 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 2025.

For further details, visit Toyo Seikan Group.