Battery energy storage systems ("BESS") are playing an increasingly important role in the transition towards net zero. This briefing note focuses on (a) key differences between the FIT and the FIP schemes; (b) the current
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Battery energy storage systems (" BESS ") are playing an increasingly important role in the transition towards net zero. However, the regulations for BESS in Japan were generally perceived as requiring further clarification
The increasing generation of renewables on the Japanese grid has led to various support policies and CAPEX subsidy schemes to support the deployment of grid-scale Battery Energy Storage (BESS).
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In the last month, details of at least two subsidy schemes which relate to battery storage have been announced by the Government.
2 天之前· The subsidy, which covers between one and two thirds of equipment and construction costs depending on technology, was open for applications between the end of August and the end of October 2024.
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The government is also reforming its battery energy storage system (BESS) regulations, with batteries set to play an important role in maximizing renewable energy supply and avoiding grid constraints. We
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As policy, technology, and decarbonization goals converge, Japan is positioning energy storage as a critical link between its climate targets and energy reliability. Japan’s energy storage policy is anchored by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), which outlined its ambitions in the 6th Strategic Energy Plan, adopted in 2021.
A Growing Need for Energy Storage The increasing generation of renewables on the Japanese grid has led to various support policies and CAPEX subsidy schemes to support the deployment of grid-scale Battery Energy Storage (BESS).
Increased generation of renewables requires various forms of energy storage to manage the issues associated with intermittency. Japan has, therefore, introduced two CAPEX subsidy schemes for grid-scale battery developers, excluding co-located projects.
T he Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI): primarily responsible for the evolution of Japan’s energy policy. The Agency for Natural Resources and Energy (ANRE): a department within METI that drafts energy policies. The Electricity and Gas Market Surveillance Commission (EGMSC) provides regulatory oversight.
The government is also reforming its battery energy storage system (BESS) regulations, with batteries set to play an important role in maximizing renewable energy supply and avoiding grid constraints. We look at the changes being implemented and what they mean for renewable energy projects in Japan.
Under the plan, renewables should account for 36-38% of power supplies in 2030. Figure 1: Domestic Primary Energy Supply Source: METI Figure 1 highlights the growing penetration of renewables over the last decade in Japan’s primary energy supply.
