On June 13, the Japan Sewage Works Association (JSWA) and the Solar Power Generation Association (JPEA) signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement to promote the installation of solar power generation systems. solar energy at wastewater treatment facilities.
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(Source: Joint release by JSWA and JPEA)
The contents of the agreement are (1) exchange of information on basic energy, environment, drainage, etc., (2) organization of training sessions and seminars, (3) exchange of information to create and expansion of various systems, and ( 4) dissemination and promotion of information exchange and interaction between local governments and private companies, and (5) other issues. The details will be discussed by both associations in the future.
JSWA includes approximately 1,500 regular members (local authorities) and approximately 900 supporting members (companies). This comprehensive cooperation agreement is expected to bring benefits such as expanding options to consider solar installations, reducing maintenance and managing solar power generation facilities through PPAs (power purchase agreements), ensure electricity supply in the event of disasters and move towards energy independence. .
JPEA includes approximately 20 solar cell (power generation) and solar panel manufacturers, approximately 40 power and energy companies, and approximately 45 sales and installation companies. The comprehensive cooperation agreement is expected to expand information on drainage projects, expand interactions with drainage stakeholders, develop new PPA markets and expand business opportunities.
The government's implementation plan, approved by Cabinet in 2021, sets a target of installing solar power generation equipment in around 50% or more of buildings (including sites) that can be installed. set for 2030. In addition, the ``Liaison Conference of relevant ministries and agencies on decarbonization of the public sector, etc.'' held in March 2024 set a target of 160MW for bringing Export solar energy to wastewater treatment facilities.
Furthermore, in April 2024, 20 department heads from relevant ministries and agencies, including the Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, jointly announced the following: ` `Local governments should develop residential facilities to serve as models for businesses and residents in their areas.''Governments should aim to install power generation equipment solar power in more than 50% of the region and is at the forefront of this effort'' an announcement was made. In that context, the two associations signed this comprehensive cooperation agreement.
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