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Seminar Overview

On January 8, 2026, the Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry will host an important seminar titled "Large Load Grid Connection Trends". This event will be an informative exploration into the rapidly increasing power demands from data centers and the challenges related to grid connections in both the United States and Japan.

Seminar Details

• - Date & Time: Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
• - Location: SSK Seminar Room, 4F Zaimax Nishi-Shimbashi Building, 2-6-2 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato, Tokyo, Japan.
• - Attendance Methods:

- In-Person at the seminar room
- Live Webinar via Zoom
- On-Demand Access: Available for two weeks post-seminar, allowing viewing at your convenience.

Speaker

The seminar will feature Mr. Masahiro Maruyama, the Director of the Research and Development Division for Socio-economic Research at the Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry. With extensive knowledge in energy regulation, Mr. Maruyama is well-equipped to provide insights into the pressing issues at hand.

Key Topics Covered

The session will address several critical issues surrounding the increase in large loads, such as data centers:
1. Current State of Large Loads in the U.S.: This segment will delve into the significant demand surge and the subsequent challenges in developing supportive infrastructure.
- Rapidly Increasing Demand: How data centers are affecting power supply and connection times.
- Demand Uncertainty: The unpredictability of future power needs based on market changes.

2. Strategies to Respond to Large Load Challenges: Participants will learn about various approaches taken to tackle these issues efficiently.
- Concerns about Co-located Loads: Exploring the implications of simultaneous load connections.
- Demand Response Mechanisms: Methods to manage load fluctuations and ensure reliability.
- Bring Your Own Generation (BYOG): An innovative approach promoting self-generation to alleviate stress on public grids.

3. Demand Response and Large Loads: This section will focus on how stakeholders can mitigate risks associated with load disruptions.
- Load Shedding Techniques: Balancing energy supply and demand dynamically.
- Combining Early Connection Studies with Demand Response Frameworks: Strategies to streamline the connection process for maximum efficiency.

4. Interactive Q&A Session: This will provide an opportunity for participants to engage directly with the speaker, share insights, and exchange business cards.

Contextual Background

In recent years, large-scale loads such as data centers have dramatically impacted grid connections in the U.S., leading to longer connection times and various marketplace challenges. Utilities have faced backlash from residential consumers opposing the costs incurred by these large loads. Rising instances of multiple connection requests lead to what's termed 'phantom demand,' exacerbating the existing challenges.

Similar discussions and strategies are emerging within Japan, notably through the Next Generation Power Grid Working Group under the Agency for Natural Resources and Energy.

This seminar aims to elucidate these trends, facilitate comparisons, and illuminate unresolved issues surrounding large load connections for both countries, thus fostering knowledge transfer and collaboration.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please reach out to:

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

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