AndTech Publishes New Book: "Eco-Friendly Materials Vol. 15 - Environmental Innovation Strategy and Next-Generation Energy"

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  • AndTech Publishes New Book: "Eco-Friendly Materials Vol. 15 - Environmental Innovation Strategy and Next-Generation Energy"
  • On May 29, 2026, AndTech Inc. published the specialized journal "Eco-Friendly Materials Vol. 15 - Environmental Innovation Strategy and Next-Generation Energy" as part of its R&D support services. The book focuses on next-generation energy technologies such as perovskite solar cells, green hydrogen, and nuclear fusion, with experts from companies like JGC and Toshiba, as well as universities, explaining the realistic challenges for widespread adoption and pathways to commercialization. The price is 16,500 yen per copy, available in both print and electronic versions.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: May 27, 2026

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On May 29, 2026, AndTech Inc. published the specialized journal "Eco-Friendly Materials Vol. 15 - Environmental Innovation Strategy and Next-Generation Energy" as part of its R&D support services. The book focuses on next-generation energy technologies such as perovskite solar cells, green hydrogen, and nuclear fusion, with experts from companies like JGC and Toshiba, as well as universities, explaining the realistic challenges for widespread adoption and pathways to commercialization. The price is 16,500 yen per copy, available in both print and electronic versions.

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AndTech Publishes New Book: "Eco-Friendly Materials Vol. 15 - Environmental Innovation Strategy and Next-Generation Energy" (May 27, 2026), PR Times
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May 27, 2026
On May 29, 2026, AndTech Inc. published the specialized journal "Eco-Friendly Materials Vol. 15 - Environmental Innovation Strategy and Next-Generation Energy" as part of its R&D support services. The book focuses on next-generation energy technologies such as perovskite solar cells, green hydrogen, and nuclear fusion, with experts from companies like JGC and Toshiba, as well as universities, explaining the realistic challenges for widespread adoption and pathways to commercialization. The price is 16,500 yen per copy, available in both print and electronic versions.
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AndTech Inc. (Headquarters: Kawasaki, Kanagawa; CEO: Masao Suyama; hereinafter AndTech) will publish a specialized journal introducing 'Corporate SDGs Initiatives and Business Strategies' and 'Development of Eco-Friendly Products and Materials' as part of its R&D support.

This series, now in its fifth year, has been significantly revamped starting this fiscal year!
This marks the start of a new series that delves deeper into the theme of each volume!
Available as a three-volume subscription set or for individual purchase!

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Vol. 13 - Bio-derived Materials, Hydrogen Technology, CO2 Utilization
Vol. 14 - Textile Recycling, Circular Recycling Corporate Strategy, Sustainable Technology, Eco-Design, to PPWR
Vol. 15 - Environmental Innovation Strategy and Next-Generation Energy
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- Solar cells, green hydrogen, nuclear fusion. Can next-generation energy truly be implemented in society? -

Vol. 15 is a book in which companies and researchers in the infrastructure, energy, and materials fields explain the 'realistic challenges for widespread adoption' and 'direction for commercialization' of next-generation energy technologies.

For perovskite solar cells, it features building-integrated photovoltaics, initiatives for module implementation, and material technologies such as encapsulation, electrodes, and barrier films. Furthermore, it explains domestic and international trends in water electrolysis, green hydrogen, CCS, and fusion power (fusion energy). Finally, through the issue of electronic waste, it introduces how the electronic devices we manufacture are treated in other countries.

Book Overview
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Title: "Eco-Friendly Materials Vol. 15 - Environmental Innovation Strategy and Next-Generation Energy"
Publication Date: May 29, 2026 (Friday)
Pages: B5, 108 pages
ISBN: 978-4-909118-90-5
Price: 16,500 yen (15,000 yen base price + consumption tax, shipping included)
Vol. 13-15 Three-Volume Set: 39,600 yen (36,000 yen base price + consumption tax, shipping included)
URL:
【Vol. 15 Single Volume, Print Edition】
●https://andtech.co.jp/books/1f158ab3-4287-64ce-acd6-064fb9a95405
【Vol. 15 Single Volume, Electronic Edition】
●https://andtech.co.jp/books/1f158d76-ced4-6b00-8d85-064fb9a95405
【Discounted Three-Volume Set】
●https://andtech.co.jp/books/1f094516-2ab6-6cda-bd7a-064fb9a95405

List of Authors
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Satoru Nagaishi
Manager, Energy Service Business Development Group, Future Strategy Office, JGC Corporation
Hisashi Ishii
Fellow, Technology Research Institute, LHT Products Division, LIXIL Corporation
Part-time Lecturer, Tokyo City University, Ochanomizu University
Vice Chairman, Solar Energy Design Study Group
Director, Japan Solar Energy Society
Director, Renewable Energy Council
IEA PVPS Task15 Activity Leader
EC/ISO JWG11 Expert, IEC TC82 TS 63092-3 Project Leader
Takeshi Gotanda
Counselor, Toshiba Corporation
Yoshiyuki Suzuri
Director and Professor, Innovation Center for Organic Electronics, Yamagata University
Dept. of Chemistry and Biotechnology, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Yamagata University
Mitsuhiro Mukoden
Representative, Organic Device Consulting
Visiting Professor, Yamagata University
Katsunori Nishimori
Senior Researcher, Tokyo Research Laboratory, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc.
Natsuki Kariya
Senior Chief Researcher, Applied Technology Development Department, Research Institute for Information and Mathematical Sciences, Mizuho Bank, Ltd.
Motohiro Kondo
Professor, Research Institute for Integrated Technology, Aichi Institute of Technology
Kazuyasu Tsuzuki
General Manager, Nuclear Technology Center, Nuclear Group, Institute of Applied Energy
Ryoichi Ishii
Senior Advisor, Food & Agribusiness Consulting Department, Nomura Securities Co., Ltd.
Professor Emeritus, Shiga University
Taichi Kimura
Director, MAGO MOTORS JAPAN Co., Ltd.

Table of Contents
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Chapter 1: Environmental Innovation Strategy: Early Social Implementation of Perovskite Solar Cells - JGC's 'Power Plant Anywhere' Technology and Business Strategy -
JGC Corporation: Satoru Nagaishi
Introduction
1. Overview and Market Structure of Perovskite Solar Cells
1.1 Classification of PSCs from Module Structure and New Markets
1.2 Policy Support and Trends of Local Governments
2. Challenges in Building Applied Photovoltaics (BAPV)
2.1 Comparison of Installation Locations
2.2 Comparison of Installation Methods
3. Introduction of a New Installation Method: Sheet Method
3.1 Overview of the Sheet Method
3.2 Demonstration Results of the Sheet Method
3.3 Future Developments
Conclusion

Chapter 2: Recent Trends in BIPV (Building Integrated Photovoltaics)
LIXIL Corporation: Hisashi Ishii
Introduction
1. The Environment Surrounding Architecture
2. Positioning and Definition of BIPV
2.1 Difference Between Products and Projects
2.2 Definition of BIPV
3. Preparation for Introduction (BIPV Guidelines)
4. Current Challenges and Clues to Solutions
5. BIPV Case Studies
6. Future Technologies
Conclusion

Chapter 3: Constituent Materials and Environmental Considerations of Perovskite Solar Cells
Section 1: Lead and Recycling in Perovskite Solar Cells and Tandem Perovskite Solar Cells
Toshiba Corporation: Takeshi Gotanda
Introduction
1. Initiatives for Conventional Solar Cells
2. Research Trends in Perovskite Solar Cell Recycling
Conclusion

Section 2: Research on Low-Cost, Mass-Producible Ultra-High Water Vapor Barrier Films
Yamagata University: Yoshiyuki Suzuri
Introduction
1. Water Vapor Barrier Technology
2. Vacuum Deposition and Coating Deposition
3. Ultra-High Barrier by Wet Process × Photo-densification
Conclusion

Section 3: Encapsulation and Transparent Electrode Technologies for Flexible Solar Cells
Organic Device Consulting / Yamagata University: Mitsuhiro Mukoden
Introduction
1. Encapsulation Technology for Flexible Solar Cells
2. Transparent Electrode Technology for Flexible Solar Cells
2.1 Photolithography-Free Transparent Electrode Formation Technology by Roll-to-Roll Method
2.2 Non-ITO Transparent Electrode Formation Technology by Printing
2.2.1 Transparent Conductive Polymers
2.2.2 Silver Nanowires
2.2.3 Metal Mesh
Conclusion

Section 4: Transparent Polycarbonate-based Materials for Perovskite Solar Cell Implementation
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc.: Katsunori Nishimori
Introduction
1. Material Design Requirements for Social Implementation of PSCs
2. Material Design of Transparent Polycarbonate-based Materials
3. Structural Design in Thin-Film Device Implementation
4. PSC Implementation Design with Transparent Structural Materials
Conclusion

Chapter 4: Trends in Green Hydrogen, Water Electrolysis, CCS, and Energy-Saving Chemicals
Section 1: Global Trends in Water Electrolysis and Green Hydrogen
Mizuho Bank, Ltd.: Natsuki Kariya
Introduction
1. The Current State of the Global Hydrogen Industry - Distinguishing Project Formation and Transitioning to the Commercialization Phase
1.1 From 'Number of Announcements' to 'Probability of Realization'
1.2 Conditions for Winning Projects
1.3 Supply Preparations are Advancing, Constraints Shift to the Demand Side
2. Hydrogen in the 'Security' Era - From Decarbonization Tool to Strategic Energy and Industrial Policy
2.1 Shift in National Policies - European Policy as an Example
2.2 New Role of Hydrogen - Connecting Decarbonization and Economic Security
3. Competitive Projects and Players - The Realist Ecosystem Quietly Moving Forward
3.1 Which Applications Will Emerge First? - The European Market as an Example
3.2 Middle East/India: Export-Oriented Large-Scale Projects
3.3 China: Integrated Operation of Domestic Demand and Industrial Policy
3.4 UK/US: Good Examples of How Systems Influence Project Formation
Conclusion

Section 2: Domestic and International Hydrogen Initiatives and Key Points of the Hydrogen Society Promotion Act and CCS Business Act
Aichi Institute of Technology: Motohiro Kondo
Introduction
1. Trends in Hydrogen and Other Decarbonized Fuels
1.1 Hydrogen Needed for Carbon Neutrality
1.2 Overseas Initiatives
1.2.1 Overview of EU Countries' Initiatives
1.2.2 Overview of US Initiatives
1.2.3 Overview of China's Initiatives
1.3 Japan's Initiatives
1.3.1 Support Focused on Price Gaps
1.3.2 Hub Formation Support
1.3.3 Necessary System整備 and Exceptions from an Industrial Safety Perspective
1.4 Definition of Low-Carbon Hydrogen
2. Trends in CCS
2.1 The Goalkeeper of Decarbonization
2.2 CCS Business Act
2.3 From CCS to CCU
Conclusion

Chapter 5: Realization of Fusion Power (Fusion Energy) and Challenges for Materials Development
Institute of Applied Energy: Kazuyasu Tsuzuki
Introduction
1. Principles and Features of Nuclear Fusion
2. History of Development
2.1 Major Confinement Methods
2.2 Progress in Magnetic Confinement Development
2.3 Progress in Inertial Confinement Development
3. Current State of Development
4. Reactor Engineering Challenges
4.1 Divertor Heat Load
4.2 Neutron Load
4.3 Tritium Management
5. Future Outlook
5.1 Japan's National Plan
5.2 Domestic and International Startups
Conclusion

Chapter 6: Trends in Agrivoltaics in Europe and the US
Nomura Securities Co., Ltd.: Ryoichi Ishii
Introduction
1. The State of Agrivoltaics in Europe
1.1 History of Development
1.2 Legal and Support Systems
1.3 Features of Agrivoltaics
1.3.1 Benefits of Agrivoltaics
1.3.2 Types of Agrivoltaics
1.4 Noteworthy Case Studies
1.4.1 Sheep Grazing
1.4.2 Grape Cultivation
2. The State of Agrivoltaics in the US
2.1 History of Development
2.2 Legal and Support Systems
2.3 Features of Agrivoltaics
2.3.1 Benefits of Agrivoltaics
2.3.2 Types of Agrivoltaics
2.4 Noteworthy Case Studies
Conclusion

Chapter 7: A New Way of Thinking About Capitalism - The Potential of Sustainable Capitalism
MAGO MOTORS JAPAN Co., Ltd.: Taichi Kimura
Introduction
1. What is Sustainable Capitalism?
2. The Current Situation in Ghana, the World's Largest E-waste Dumpsite
3. MAGO Group's Activities in Ghana
3.1 Recycling Business
3.2 EV Business
3.3 Agriculture (Moringa Business)
3.4 Poultry Farming Business
3.5 Soccer Business
4. Building Tiles Processed from Electronic Waste
5. The Reality of Donated Apparel in Ghana
Conclusion

About AndTech Inc.
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We provide R&D support services offering information to clients responsible for R&D in a wide range of fields, including chemicals, materials, electronics, automotive, energy, medical devices, food packaging, and building materials.
With a lineup of top-tier instructors, we offer a variety of services, starting with 'Technical Seminars and Workshops,' 'Instructor Dispatch,' 'Publishing,' 'Consultant Dispatch,' 'Market Trend Research,' 'Business Matching,' and 'Business Development Consulting.'
We listen to our clients' needs and provide effective support for them to enter their desired new business areas and markets.
https://andtech.co.jp/

AndTech Inc. Technical Seminar List
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We hold numerous monthly web seminars with top-tier instructors.
https://andtech.co.jp/seminars/search

AndTech Inc. Book List
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We publish books on carefully selected themes with high demand.
https://andtech.co.jp/books

AndTech Inc. Consulting Services
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We dispatch highly specialized technical consultants with extensive experience and achievements.
https://andtech.co.jp/business-consulting

Inquiries Regarding This Matter
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FAQ

Is this book related to Japan's energy policy?

Yes, topics covered in this book such as green hydrogen and the CCS (Carbon Dioxide Capture and Storage) Business Act are closely related to Japan's key policies for achieving its carbon neutrality goals.

Are the authors mainly researchers from Japanese companies and universities?

Yes, the list of authors shows that they are primarily experts from major Japanese companies like JGC, Toshiba, and LIXIL, as well as domestic universities such as Yamagata University and Aichi Institute of Technology.

Does the book introduce case studies from specific regions in Japan?

The table of contents does not indicate case studies limited to specific regions, but it includes explanations of Japan's domestic legal system and policy trends, providing useful information for considering business development within Japan.

Can this book be purchased from overseas?

The article does not mention how to purchase from overseas, but it might be possible by contacting the publisher, AndTech, directly. However, the content is primarily aimed at a Japanese audience.

Does the book also touch upon Japan's electronic waste problem?

Yes, Chapter 7 includes a discussion on how electronic waste from developed countries, including Japan, is handled in Ghana, examining Japan's position from a global perspective.