Digital Grid Implements Fixed-Price Power Procurement for Kagane Food Industry
Digital Grid Corporation has introduced a customized, fixed-price power procurement mechanism for Kagane Food Industry, utilizing the DGP platform to mitigate electricity price volatility.
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Digital Grid Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and CEO: Yusuke Toyota; hereinafter 'the Company') has announced the introduction of a customized power procurement mechanism for Kagane Food Industry Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kanazawa, Ishikawa; Representative Director: Ippei Hineno; hereinafter 'Kagane Food Industry') to mitigate price volatility risks by procuring electricity in advance at a fixed price.
By procuring a portion of their electricity through the Digital Grid Platform (DGP) before the aggravation of Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions, the company succeeded in reducing price volatility risk.
The Company will continue to offer diverse services to assist customers in selecting power procurement options aligned with their costs and decarbonization policies.
About Kagane Food Industry
Founded approximately 140 years ago, Kagane Food Industry holds the top domestic market share in the manufacturing of monaka skins. Based in Kanazawa, the city of Japanese confectionery, the company crafts its products by prioritizing raw materials and combining traditional methods with unique technologies. While electricity prices have fluctuated significantly due to the escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, Kagane Food Industry's proactive approach to reviewing seasonal electricity costs has led to the successful suppression of price fluctuation risks.
By procuring a portion of their electricity through the Digital Grid Platform (DGP) before the aggravation of Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions, the company succeeded in reducing price volatility risk.
The Company will continue to offer diverse services to assist customers in selecting power procurement options aligned with their costs and decarbonization policies.
About Kagane Food Industry
Founded approximately 140 years ago, Kagane Food Industry holds the top domestic market share in the manufacturing of monaka skins. Based in Kanazawa, the city of Japanese confectionery, the company crafts its products by prioritizing raw materials and combining traditional methods with unique technologies. While electricity prices have fluctuated significantly due to the escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, Kagane Food Industry's proactive approach to reviewing seasonal electricity costs has led to the successful suppression of price fluctuation risks.
FAQ
What type of companies is this power procurement mechanism for?
It supports manufacturers and mid-sized companies that aim to mitigate energy cost fluctuations and seek flexible procurement choices.
What are the benefits of using DGP?
It allows companies to procure a portion of electricity at fixed prices, improving cost predictability despite market volatility.
Why did Kagane Food Industry choose Digital Grid?
To optimize cost management and mitigate risks from energy price fluctuations caused by geopolitical issues, while maintaining traditional production.