Launch of NC Kouharu Power Storage Facility in Fukuoka
Japan Storage Battery Corporation, headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has announced the start of operations at the NC Kouharu Power Storage Facility located in Kama City, Fukuoka Prefecture. This major milestone in energy management is achieved in partnership with Remixpoint, a Tokyo-based company, and aims to address the growing demands for carbon neutrality and the expansion of renewable energy sources.
Importance of Energy Storage
As the world pivots towards carbon-neutral energy solutions, maintaining a stable supply of electricity is more crucial than ever. The facility will play a vital role in enhancing the balancing of power supply and demand, which has increasingly become a significant social concern. Efficient energy storage systems are essential to absorb fluctuations and ensure consistent operation across the electric power grid.
Technical Specifications of the Facility
The NC Kouharu Power Storage Facility boasts impressive specifications:
- - Rated Output/Capacity: 1,988 kW / 8,146 kWh
- - Battery System: CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited)
- - Construction Company: Kraftia Co., Ltd.
This state-of-the-art facility utilizes a battery system designed by CATL alongside a power conditioning system (PCS) manufactured by TMEIC. Together, these components provide high reliability and control performance, facilitating stable operational requirements across various markets, including demand-supply adjustment markets, the Japan Electric Power Exchange (JEPX), and capacity markets.
Design and Environmental Considerations
Kraftia Co., Ltd. has been responsible for the construction, emphasizing careful design to prioritize environmental conservation and safety for the local community. The project stands as a testament to the company's commitment to sustainable development and responsible energy solutions.
Company Profiles
Japan Storage Battery Corporation
- - CEO: Shuichi Urushihara
- - Location: Kisarazu Building, 3-2-5 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda, Tokyo
- - Website: nipponchikudenchi.co.jp
Remixpoint, Inc.
- - CEO: Yoshihiko Takahashi
- - Location: Sumitomo Shin Toranomon Building, 4-3-9 Toranomon, Minato, Tokyo
- - Website: remixpoint.co.jp
Kraftia Co., Ltd.
- - CEO: Kazuyuki Ishibashi
- - Location: ONE FUKUOKA BLDG., 1-11-1 Tenjin, Chuo, Fukuoka
- - Website: kraftia.co.jp
TMEIC
- - CEO: Akira Kawaguchi
- - Location: Tokyo Square Garden, 3-1-1 Kyobashi, Chuo, Tokyo
- - Website: tmeic.co.jp
Conclusion
The successful commencement of the NC Kouharu Power Storage Facility marks a significant step in Japan's ongoing efforts to integrate renewable energy into its electricity grid while ensuring reliability and stability. Through innovative partnerships and advanced technology, Japan Storage Battery Corporation and its partners are poised to contribute positively to both local and national energy landscapes, embodying the principles of sustainability and technological advancement in the energy sector.