Online Seminar on Renewable Energy and Onsite PPA Held by Japan Energy Agency

Japan Energy Agency Hosts Online Seminar on Renewable Energy

On June 10, 2025, the Japan Energy Agency, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, conducted an informative online seminar titled "Introduction to Renewable Energy and Onsite PPA." The seminar focused on the social significance and advantages of the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) model. As Japan stands at a critical juncture of energy transition, this event aimed to illuminate the path forward with renewable energy initiatives.

Background for the Seminar

Japan is currently facing significant challenges like soaring electricity prices, societal demands for reduced CO₂ emissions, and the need to enhance community resilience. Given these pressing issues, renewable energy has evolved from being an option to an essential requirement. The onsite PPA model, which allows companies to adopt renewable energy solutions without any upfront investments, is gaining momentum and is considered a crucial tool for energy transition.

The Japan Energy Agency recognizes that the barriers to adopting renewable energy go beyond mere costs; they also include a lack of understanding, difficulties in internal consensus, and complex regulatory frameworks. Regardless of how far technology has come, it means little if it isn't effectively communicated to the stakeholders. Thus, the seminar emphasized the need to clearly understand PPA as a mechanism and provided practical insights for organizations ready to take the first step towards renewable energy adoption.

Moreover, the agency perceives PPA as more than just a means of acquiring electricity. They see it as a "sustainable business strategy" directly aligned with environmental management, ESG investment practices, and community coexistence. This perspective motivated the organization to conduct the seminar to spread awareness about the essential nature of the PPA model.

Seminar Overview

- Theme: Introduction to Renewable Energy and Onsite PPA
- Date: June 10, 2025
- Time: 19:00 - 20:30 JST
- Format: Online via Zoom (Free to attend)

Program Details

- Introduction: Role and potential of the PPA model in achieving a decarbonized society.
- Case Studies: Examples of local factories achieving self-sufficiency in energy through roof lease PPA; Latest trends in onsite PPA with battery storage.
- Scheme Explanation: Understanding the structure that allows capital-free installation; Monitoring methods to visualize environmental value.
- Q&A Session: Open discussion on the sustainability of the PPA model and long-term investment recovery.
- Closing Remarks: Information on personalized consultation services.

Feedback from Attendees

Participants were enthusiastic about the insights shared during the seminar. One participant expressed, "I realized that renewable energy is not only an obligation for businesses but also an investment in the future. The PPA model is breaking barriers and facilitating societal change." Another noted, "Changing the way we generate electricity can transform our business approach. I became aware that adopting renewable energy is not just about compliance with SDGs and ESG, but it can enhance our competitiveness as well." Finally, an attendee acknowledged the significance of the PPA, stating, "With the need for a decarbonized society now placed on businesses, I understand that PPA is a realistic choice and that we now have the chance to choose renewable energy."