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JPI Seminar: Key Points in Renewable Energy Business Transactions

On June 9, 2025, the Japan Planning Institute (JPI) will host an informative seminar featuring Koji Fukatsu, a partner at TMI Associates. He will delve into important considerations related to the buying and investment aspects of renewable energy generation businesses.

Seminar Overview

The renewable energy sector, particularly transactions involving the sale and acquisition of renewable energy generation facilities, continues to see robust activity. This includes complex M&A activities involving special purpose companies (SPCs), share transfers, and absorption-type company splits. It is crucial for participants to understand the merits and demerits of different transaction types, especially concerning tax implications. Additionally, we are witnessing an increase in investments in renewable energy through anonymous partnerships and other collaborative financial structures.

Given the potential complications that can arise from these transactions, attendees will be guided on how to properly evaluate contractual rights, certifications, and necessary permissions related to the renewable energy business. This seminar will provide a detailed overview of the potential challenges investors may encounter and effective strategies to address them.

Key Lecture Topics

1. Buying and Selling Renewable Energy Businesses
(1) Important considerations in transactions such as purchases, business transfers, share transfers, and absorption-type splits.
(2) Tax implications for each transaction type (corporate tax, registration and license taxes, stamp taxes, etc.).
(3) Benefits and drawbacks of various transaction types.

2. Investing in Renewable Energy
(1) Introducing anonymous partnership investments, GK-TK schemes, and Limited Partnership Systems (LPS).
(2) Tax considerations related to GK-TK schemes and LPS.

3. Troubles Related to Renewable Energy Investments
(1) Key points concerning land transactions.
(2) Considerations related to certification.
i. Applicable procurement prices and periods.
ii. Risks of certification expiration or cancellation.
(3) Regulatory considerations.
(4) Important details regarding existing contracts (EPC contracts, O&M contracts, etc.).
(5) Key aspects of share and employee interest transfer agreements.
(6) Considerations for anonymous partnership agreements.

4. Q&A Session
An opportunity for attendees to engage directly with the speaker and clarify any uncertainties.

5. Networking Event
A chance for participants to exchange business cards and network with both the speaker and other attendees, supporting business expansion efforts.

Note: Participants from law firms are kindly requested to refrain from attending this seminar.

Registration Options

Participants can choose from in-person attendance, live streaming, or video-on-demand access (available for two weeks for multiple viewings at convenience).

Fees

• - Individual: ¥37,520 (tax included)
• - For two or more from the same company: ¥32,520 (when signing up simultaneously from the same or related company).
• - Special rate for local government representatives: Up to two individuals for ¥11,000 (tax included), limited to in-person or live attendance. Both attendees must choose the same format.

For additional details and to register, please visit this link.

Post-Seminar Engagement

After the seminar, attendees can ask questions and receive follow-ups from the instructor, enhancing their understanding and expanding their professional network. Access to recorded content will also be available for those who wish to revisit the topics covered.

Contact Information

Japan Planning Institute, Inc.
106-0047 Tokyo, Minato-ku, Minamiazabu 5-2-32 Kowa Hiroo Building
Tel: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: https://www.jpi.co.jp

About Japan Planning Institute (JPI)

For over half a century, JPI has served as a bridge of knowledge among government, private sector, and academia, supporting national policy and project implementation. Our seminars provide valuable information designed for senior executives and managers, fostering successful business operations.