#Japan #Energy Storage #Nippon Chikudenchi #Digital Grid #Gifu City

Introduction

Japan is witnessing a significant push towards renewable energy, which has heightened the importance of managing fluctuations in power supply and demand. Among the various strategies employed, energy storage systems are emerging as crucial infrastructure that helps enhance grid stability and support a more sophisticated power market.

In this context, Nippon Chikudenchi Co., Ltd., headquartered in Tokyo, and Digital Grid Inc., also based in Tokyo, have collaborated to launch the "NC Gifu City Taromaru Energy Storage Facility" located in Gifu Prefecture. This facility, which officially commenced operations on April 13, 2026, is designed to absorb and smooth the output fluctuations of renewable energy sources, ultimately contributing to a stable regional power supply.

Facility Overview

The NC Gifu City Taromaru Energy Storage Facility boasts a rated output of 1,988 kW and a capacity of 8,146 kWh, utilizing cutting-edge battery technology from TMEIC and CATL. It operates as a model case for supply-demand adjustment using grid-connected batteries, showcasing a collaborative effort between both companies to create new value in the energy sector.

Naming and Location

• - Facility Name: NC Gifu City Taromaru Energy Storage Facility
• - Location: Taromaru, Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture

Background

The growth of renewable energy has raised challenges regarding the adjustment of power supply and demand, making energy storage a focus for enhancing the reliability of Japan's energy system. Energy storage systems provide a vital solution to bridge the temporal gap between energy generation and consumption, proving to be foundational in stabilizing the grid and enriching the power market.

In this joint project, Nippon Chikudenchi is responsible for overall development, operation, and site management of the facility. Meanwhile, Digital Grid contributes by leveraging its digital platform to facilitate aggregation and support market entry. This collaboration aims to establish a sustainable power management model that integrates technology, operations, and market dynamics.

Future Development

Nippon Chikudenchi has ambitious plans for expanding grid-connected energy storage facilities across Japan. Their vision integrates JEPX (wholesale market), supply-demand adjustment markets, capacity markets, and disaster relief energy support to form a comprehensive regional energy model. Through ongoing collaboration with Digital Grid, Nippon Chikudenchi strives to promote stable utilization of renewable energy and contribute to a decarbonized society.

Company Profiles

Nippon Chikudenchi Co., Ltd.

• - CEO: Hideo Urushibara
• - Location: 13th Floor, Kasumigaseki Building, 3-2-5 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
• - Business: Development and operation of grid-connected energy storage systems
• - Website: Nippon Chikudenchi

Digital Grid Inc.

• - CEO: Yusuke Toyota
• - Location: 3rd Floor, Akasaka Enokizaka Building, 1-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
• - Business: Operation of the energy and environmental value trading platform "DGP" and providing aggregation services for distributed generation sources
• - Website: Digital Grid