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Seminar on Space Solar Power

The Japan Planning Institute (JPI) is hosting a seminar titled "Latest Developments and Challenges in Space Solar Power Utilization," set to take place on July 24, 2025. This event aims to connect participants with cutting-edge insights from experts in the field, specifically from Professor Makoto Shinohara, a distinguished member of the Cabinet Office's Space Policy Committee and a professor at Kyoto University's Institute for Space and Astronautical Science.

Seminar Overview

As space solar power is deemed a promising technology contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this seminar will highlight recent research and development trends both domestically and internationally, while addressing existing challenges in making this technology practical. A key focus will be the current development status of wireless power transmission, which is critical for the implementation of space solar power systems.

Key Topics

1. Introduction

• - What is Space Solar Power?

Space solar power refers to the generation of solar energy in outer space, which can then be transmitted wirelessly to Earth.

• - New Energy System with Space Solar Power

This technology presents a revolutionary alternative to traditional energy systems, potentially mitigating energy shortages.

• - Space Development and Solar Power

The role of space solar power in advancing national and global space exploration efforts will be examined.

2. Current Status and Challenges in Space Solar Power

• - Development in Japan

An overview of Japan's progress in space solar power technology and infrastructure will be discussed.

• - Progress in Europe and the US

Comparisons will be made regarding the achievements of Western nations in this innovative field.

• - Chinese Initiatives

Insights into China's strategies for advancing space solar power technology will be presented.

3. Current Status and Challenges in Wireless Power Transmission

• - Wide Beam Wireless Power Development

The current state and practical applications of wide beam wireless charging technology will be discussed.

• - Narrow Beam Wireless Power and Beamforming

A detailed look into narrow beam wireless charging technology and the latest developments in beamforming techniques, essential for effective energy transmission from orbiting satellites to Earth.

4. Q&A Session

Participants will have the opportunity to engage in a Q&A segment, allowing them to address their queries directly to the speaker.

5. Networking Event

A valuable networking opportunity will be arranged to facilitate exchanges of business cards between attendees and the speaker, promoting connections that may lead to future collaborations.

Participation Options

Attendees can choose from multiple options for participating in the seminar: in-person attendance, live streaming, or accessing the archived content for two weeks post-seminar.

Seminar Fees

• - Individual Rate: 37,580 yen (including tax)
• - Group Rate: 32,580 yen per person for companies registering two or more attendees together.
• - Public servants can attend at a reduced rate of 11,000 yen each, limited to two participants from the same local government and available only for in-person or live streaming options.

For complete details and registration, please visit this link.

Post-Seminar Support

Following the seminar, participants will have the chance to ask further questions to the speaker and take advantage of networking opportunities for future collaborations. Archive access will also be available for those interested in revisiting discussions.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact:
- Japan Planning Institute, Inc.
- Address: 5-2-32 Minami Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047, Japan
- Phone: 03-5793-9761
- Fax: 03-5793-9767
- URL: Website

About JPI

JPI has been serving as a bridge among government, academia, and industry, supporting the development and dissemination of national policies and projects. For half a century, they have provided valuable seminars offering insights beneficial to executives and senior management, helping to foster knowledge creation within the country.