JPEA expresses its opinion on regional symbiosis and co-creation of solar power. Request for support for business transfer, etc.
What can be done to ensure that photovoltaic power generation develops together with the region and continues to operate stably over the long term? The JPEA has recently issued an opinion statement on improving the environment for its realization, and requested support for the transfer and consolidation of the power generation business.
Reconfirming the "ideal form" of sunlight
Active involvement in already operating and existing projects
On August 30, the Japan Photovoltaic Energy Association (JPEA) published an opinion statement summarizing the environmental improvements to realize long-term stable operation based on coexistence and co-creation with the local community.
In this statement of opinion, JPEA's basic thoughts on the recent tightening of various regulations on solar power generation and concerns were presented. In addition, we will look back on our efforts to date for the sound spread and promotion of photovoltaic power generation, and the appropriate processing and recycling of used photovoltaic cells, as well as projects to realize the “ideal form” of photovoltaic power generation. We have sorted out the initiatives we want for people, local governments/regions, and the national government.
Specifically, the concept of photovoltaic power generation is to "not only solve the issues that local communities are concerned about, but also make the most of the energy of the sun that shines all over Japan and benefit the region and the country." It's how it should be." In addition, he indicated that he will focus on the process from the start of operation to facility operation and management, and the removal and disposal of facilities, and will be actively involved in projects that have already been in operation as well as existing projects, as well as new development projects.
(Source: Japan Photovoltaic Energy Association)
There is also an urgent need to build a recycling system, etc.
Request for support measures for business transfer and consolidation
JPEA argues that it is necessary to build a system involving all stakeholders in efforts to appropriately treat and recycle used solar cells. Therefore, in addition to sharing issues and building an efficient collection and transportation system, we will work on developing applications for recycled materials and expanding acceptance.
Also, in order for solar power generation to coexist and co-create with the local community for a long period of time and stably operate, in addition to appropriate maintenance and management, additional investment and repowering in power generation facilities that are approaching the end of the purchase period will be necessary. He asked for support from businesses working on consolidation.
In July of this year, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) compiled a draft proposal at the 7th meeting of the "Study Group on Appropriate Introduction and Management of Renewable Energy Power Generation Facilities," an expert panel. In it, we are premised on preventing the occurrence of violations of laws and regulations, and in the event of a violation, we are conscious of promptly resolving it. If necessary, we are considering separately the response to existing projects and the response to new projects and non-FIT/non-FIP projects.” JPEA agrees with this and has reached this opinion.
