Seminar Overview
The Japan Planning Institute (JPI) is set to host a significant seminar on September 4, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. This event will feature esteemed speaker, Shigeki Okayasu, a partner at the Mori Hamada & Matsumoto law firm and a respected authority in energy law, particularly focusing on renewable energy and infrastructure projects.
As we approach the 2030s, the renewable energy sector, particularly solar energy, is facing challenges due to the expiration of feed-in tariffs (FIT) and feed-in premium (FIP) regimes. With many mega solar projects reaching their operational limits, legal complexities surrounding equipment disposal and restoration of sites are becoming pressing concerns. This seminar will provide crucial insights into new obligations arising from the recent "Law for Promoting the Recycling of Solar Panel Waste,