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On January 26, 2026, join us for the first of a two-part seminar titled "Learn the Essentials of Capacity and Supply-Demand Adjustment Markets" hosted by Ken Ichimura, CEO of Energy Pool Japan. This educational event aims to shed light on the underlying principles of capacity markets and supply-demand adjustment markets, alongside emerging market trends.

The seminar is significant as energy systems undergo a radical transformation, starting from the need for adjustment forces to the establishment of new capacity markets and supply-demand adjustment markets. As a result, the competitive landscape in this sector has dramatically increased the number of market participants. While this expansion offers consumers more options, it has also raised concerns regarding stability in electricity supply and liquidity issues within the market.

To tackle these challenges, it's imperative to secure a decarbonized power infrastructure that will align with Japan's 7th Basic Energy Plan. This seminar will explore the evolution of capacity and supply-demand adjustment markets, potential simultaneous market introduction, and long-term trading market concepts. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the basic mechanisms and positioning of these markets, with insights from industry experts who are involved in significant advisory councils within Japan's energy sector.

The first session, "Learn from Scratch about the Electric Business and Capacity Market," will delve into:
1. Basic Principles of Electricity System Reform

2. Understanding Capacity Markets
- Necessity of Capacity Markets
- Global Situations and Challenges of Capacity Markets
- Basic Scheme of Japan's Capacity Market
- Main Auctions and Additional Auctions
- Long-term Decarbonized Power Auctions
- Reserve Power Systems
- kW Recruitment Initiatives
- Concept of Mid-to-Long-term Trading Markets

3. conclusive Insights about kW Value

4. Q&A Session

The second session, scheduled for February 10, 2026, is titled "Learn from Scratch about the Electric Business and Supply-Demand Adjustment Market & Simultaneous Market" and will review essential concepts from the first seminar while expanding into:
1. Recap of Basic Principles of Electricity System Reform

2. Understanding Supply-Demand Adjustment Markets
- Why Supply-Demand Adjustment Markets Matter
- Key Concepts and Future Directions for Adjustment Markets
- Products Traded in Supply-Demand Adjustment Markets
a. Tertiary Adjustment Force 1 & 2
b. Secondary Adjustment Force 1 & 2
c. Primary Adjustment Force
- Transitioning from Supply-Demand Adjustment Markets to Simultaneous Markets

3. Looking Ahead: the Future of Electricity Supply-Demand Adjustments towards 2050

4. Q&A Session

Each session stands alone, allowing attendees to join either one for their educational needs. This is a unique opportunity to learn from leading experts in the energy sector and discuss the most pressing issues facing the industry's future.

For any questions or additional information, please contact the New Society System Research Institute at:

• - Address: 2-6-2 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 4F Zaimax Nishi-Shimbashi Building
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Phone: 03-5532-8850

The New Society System Research Institute (SSK), established on December 6, 1996, has hosted roughly 500 corporate seminars annually for over 28 years. We specialize in providing high-level strategic information rapidly, aiming to create business opportunities and enhance client success.