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Completion of Kasai Mega Power Storage Station

In a significant advancement for renewable energy integration, PowerX, a company headquartered in Tamano City, Okayama Prefecture, has successfully installed 20 units of their advanced energy storage system, Mega Power 2700A, at the newly completed Kasai Mega Power Storage Station in Kasai City, Hyogo Prefecture. This state-of-the-art facility was completed on May 27, 2026, and marks the first instance of a special high-voltage energy storage station employing PowerX’s technology.

The Kasai Mega Power Storage Station is now directly connected to the Kansai power grid. Its functionality revolves around efficient energy management; during periods when there is an excess of electricity, the system will store energy, and during shortage periods, it will discharge energy. This balancing act efficiently stabilizes supply and demand, making a notable contribution to the advancement of renewable energy initiatives in the region.

PowerX's partnership with Ukigumi, a prominent company based in Kobe, is set to expand further, with plans for additional installations in Tokyo and Oita Prefecture following the success of the Kasai station. This collaboration showcases both companies' commitment to enhancing energy sustainability through innovative technologies.

Deliverables from PowerX

• - Energy Storage System: 20 units of the Mega Power 2700A system.
• - Location: Kasai Mega Power Storage Station, Sakai Town, Kasai City, Hyogo Prefecture.

Project Details

• - Number of Storage Containers: 20 units.
• - Nominal Capacity: 54.84 MWh, equivalent to the daily energy needs of approximately 5,100 households.
• - PCS Output: 13 MW.
• - Completion Date: May 27, 2026.
• - Operated by: Ukigumi Inc.

About the Mega Power 2700A Storage System

• - Size: 20-foot ISO standard container.
• - Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP).
• - Storage Capacity per Unit: Nominal 2,742 kWh / Rated 2,468 kWh.
• - Manufactured in: Tamano City, Okayama Prefecture.

Significance of Special High Voltage

Special high voltage, as defined by the regulations governing electrical installations, refers to voltages exceeding 7,000V. The Kasai Mega Power Storage Station is pioneering in this category, as it is the first to operate within these higher voltage parameters utilizing PowerX’s advanced systems. Each of these initiatives has been accounted for in the revenue for the fiscal year ending December 2025, highlighting the proactive engagement between PowerX and its partners in the renewable energy sector. The official announcement of this project was made only after achieving mutual consensus with stakeholders, ensuring transparency and collaborative success in the evolving energy landscape of Japan.

PowerX aims to continue supporting Japan's goal for carbon neutrality through the development and provision of homegrown energy storage solutions, reinforcing its commitment to a sustainable future while addressing the critical issues of climate change and energy preservation.