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Seminar on Promising LDES Startups and Social Implementation

A seminar titled Exploring Promising LDES Startups and Social Implementation will be held on January 19, 2026, featuring Hiroaki Deba, an advisor in the Business Creation Department of Tohoku Electric Power Company and a director at Osaka University Forsight Co., Ltd. This event promises to delve into the crucial topic of Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) and its implications for the future of renewable energy.

Seminar Details

• - Date: January 19, 2026 (Monday)
• - Time: 4 PM to 6 PM
• - Location: SSK Seminar Room, 2-6-2 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato, Tokyo, 4th Floor Zaimax Nishi-Shimbashi Building.
• - Participation Methods:

- In-person attendance
- Live streaming via Zoom Webinar
- On-demand viewing (available for two weeks with multiple viewing options)

Key Topics of Discussion

As renewable energy sources like solar and wind power are inherently unstable, Short Duration Energy Storage (SDES) is crucial. Current SDES technologies, mainly lithium-ion batteries, can store energy for only a few hours. As the ratio of renewable energy rises to around 50%, the need for LDES, capable of storing energy for 10 hours to several months, will become imperative.

The seminar will explore various technological classifications of LDES, including electrochemical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical methods. Participants will gain insights into:

1. The necessity for LDES in the context of global energy demands.
2. Characteristics of four technical methods of LDES.
3. Promising overseas LDES startups and their social implementation progress:
- (1) Electrochemical methods
- (2) Mechanical approaches
- (3) Thermal technologies
- (4) Chemical processes
4. A comparison between overseas innovations in LDES and Japan's current landscape.
5. An interactive Q&A session and networking opportunity for knowledge exchange.

Conclusion

This seminar aims to provide valuable insights into market trends and technological advancements in this field, offering a glimpse into emerging business opportunities.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact:

• - SSK Research Institute
• - Address: 2-6-2 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato, Tokyo, 4th Floor Zaimax Nishi-Shimbashi Building.
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Phone: 03-5532-8850
• - Fax: 03-5532-8851
• - Website: SSK Website

About SSK

Founded on December 6, 1996, SSK Research Institute specializes in corporate-focused business seminars. Over the past 28 years, the institute has organized approximately 500 seminars annually, providing crucial information to assist businesses in adapting to a rapidly evolving market. SSK aims to enhance business opportunities by offering high-level insights into strategies, marketing, and technology.

With a commitment to delivering cutting-edge information, SSK continues to be a strategic partner for its clients, guiding their growth and success in the competitive business arena.