Grid-connected energy storage system in Kato City, Hyogo Prefecture completed – enhancing the local renewable energy infrastructure
TOUCHI INTERNATIONAL CORP. (Headquarters: Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Ryu Kokushi) announces that the grid-scale energy storage facility, which has been under construction in Kato City, Hyogo Prefecture, has now been completed. This storage facility introduces a large-scale lithium-ion battery system to absorb and smooth out output fluctuations of renewable energy, contributing to the stabilization of the power grid and regional decarbonization.
Overview and Background of the Energy Storage Facility
The grid-connected energy storage facility that our company constructed in Kato City, Hyogo Prefecture, is a large-scale facility with a site area of approximately 10,000 square meters. It incorporates state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery systems, ensuring a storage capacity of about 20 MWh. As a grid-connected energy storage facility that smooths out output fluctuations from renewable energy generation and reduces the load on the power grid, it achieves long-term revenue stability through a business model utilizing the FIP (Feed-in Premium) system.
Completion Ceremony
To mark the completion, a ceremony was held with guests including local government officials. President Ryu Kokushi stated, "The completion of this energy storage facility is a significant milestone in practicing our management philosophy of preserving the beautiful global environment and achieving sustainable development. We will work together with the local community towards realizing a sustainable society."
Looking Ahead
Leveraging the knowledge and experience gained through operating this facility, TOUCHI INTERNATIONAL aims to expand its energy storage business nationwide. We will focus in particular on building hybrid energy hubs that combine renewable energy assets such as solar and wind power with battery storage, continuing to grow as a leader in Japan's energy transition.
