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GDX Releases Municipal Electricity Procurement Guide Vol.2

The General Incorporated Association of Municipal DX Promotion Council (GDX) has officially published the second volume of its Municipal Electricity Procurement Guide. This guide is distributed via mail to municipalities across the nation and certain administrative unions. It mainly focuses on the reform of electricity procurement through the Energy Service Provider (ESP) method, emphasizing the potential benefits of cost reduction and operational efficiency.

Overview of the Municipal Electricity Procurement Guide Vol.2

In this special edition, the guide addresses the theme, "What is the Optimal Electricity Procurement Strategy Discovered by Municipalities Using the ESP Method?" It highlights practical examples from municipalities that are leading the charge in electricity procurement, detailing the specific advantages the ESP method brings in areas such as pricing negotiations, operational efficiency, and environmental considerations.

The latest volume features interviews with representatives from Kanuma City (Tochigi Prefecture), Akashi City (Hyogo Prefecture), and Yufu City (Oita Prefecture), all of which have successfully adopted the ESP method. The guide provides an in-depth look at how these municipalities have established their ideal electricity procurement strategies, the processes involved in implementing them, and the tangible benefits they've reaped. For instance, Kanuma City shares insights from their five years of operations under the ESP method, while Akashi City discusses its introduction of a private proposal system. Additionally, Yufu City highlights its efforts to maintain competitive pricing in electricity procurement.

Addressing Common Challenges in Bidding for Electricity Procurement

Alongside the publication of this guide, GDX is conducting a survey called "Investigation on Municipal Electricity Procurement and Operations" to gauge the current status of municipal electricity procurement and operations. This survey follows a previous one and aims to gather data to better understand the optimization of electricity procurement and the efficiency of operations. It's anticipated that these efforts will contribute to reducing administrative costs and promoting decarbonization, although they also acknowledge the array of challenges that municipalities face in achieving these goals.

Call for Participation in the Survey

GDX is urging municipalities to partake in this vital survey, which reflects their collaborative spirit in fostering sustainable energy solutions through empirical research. The survey is compiled together with the Municipal Electricity Procurement Guide Vol.2, packaged with the guide for convenience.

About GDX

The General Incorporated Association of Municipal DX Promotion Council (GDX) is committed to advancing the digital transformation of municipal services and fostering sustainable development within local communities. By collaborating closely with various municipalities, GDX supports the implementation of digital technologies aimed at resolving regional issues and nurturing innovation. As a bridge between local governments and business operators, GDX provides a collaborative framework to accelerate local revitalization through digital transformation.

For inquiries regarding this press release, please reach out to:

General Incorporated Association of Municipal DX Promotion Council (GDX)
Electricity DX Department
1-3-1 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0061, Japan
Phone: 03-6683-0106
Email: [email protected]
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