Q.ENEST Denki Strengthens 'Short-Term PPA' Business to Support Corporate Decarbonization
Q.ENEST Holdings and Q.ENEST Power have formed an infrastructure fund targeting 160 solar power plants (16MW capacity) nationwide, strengthening their 'short-term PPA' business to flexibly support corporate decarbonization efforts.
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Q.ENEST Holdings Co., Ltd. (hereinafter 'QEHD') and Q.ENEST Power LLC (hereinafter 'QEPW'), which drive the domestic power business of Hanwha Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Heejai Chang; hereinafter 'HWJ'), have formed an infrastructure fund targeting 160 solar power plants (DC capacity 16MW scale) nationwide.
With the formation of this fund, we will significantly strengthen the supply base of renewable energy solutions that support corporate decarbonization management, including the 'Short-Term PPA' deployed by Q.ENEST Denki Co., Ltd. (hereinafter 'QEDK'). This is expected to generate approximately 16.8 million kWh of power annually (assuming about 1,050 kWh per year per 1kW of DC capacity), resulting in an estimated CO2 emission reduction effect of approximately 7,100 tons per year. *
* Calculated by multiplying the estimated annual power generation of about 1,050 kWh per 1kW of DC capacity (approx. 16.8 million kWh/year) by the national average alternative emission factor for FY2026 reporting published by the Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (0.423 kg-CO2/kWh).
■ Deployment of Decarbonization Solutions Centered on 'Short-Term PPAs'
Currently, as many companies are pressed to respond to carbon neutrality, the need for renewable energy that can be adopted swiftly and flexibly is increasing. To meet this demand, QEDK is promoting its unique 'Short-Term PPA' business.
- What is a Short-Term PPA? -
Securing decarbonized power sources is an urgent issue for domestic companies. However, this plan was realized by QEDK, which also conducts power retail, absorbing the risks associated with long-term contracts to provide a solution for the worries of consumers who face many fluctuation factors such as consolidations, reorganizations, and changes in management policies.
・Securing a stable supply capacity of 16MW scale
The renewable energy and environmental value generated from the approximately 160 power plants nationwide covered by this project will be stably provided to companies promoting decarbonization management through corporate PPAs deployed by QEDK.
・Diverse power plans tailored to consumer needs
As a retail electricity business (PPS business), QEDK offers optimal decarbonization solutions tailored to the diverse needs of corporate customers, such as fully fixed unit price plans and market-linked plans.
・Providing high-quality energy communication
QEDK received the highest five-star rating in the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's FY2025 'Energy Conservation Communication Ranking System (Electricity Sector)' (announced in December 2025). By combining an excellent communication infrastructure with this project, we meet the needs of consumers, from daytime renewable energy supply to stable supply across all hours including nighttime.
■ 'Capital Recycling' and Operation System Supporting the Supply Structure
This initiative realizes 'capital recycling' based on a total of approximately 2 billion yen in funding from Ricoh Leasing Co., Ltd., allowing for the early recovery of development funds and reinvestment into further renewable energy development.
Through asset securitization backed by long-term cash flows generated from solar power plants, we aim to build a continuous development structure moving forward. In addition, Eco Style Co., Ltd. has been appointed for the operation and management of the assets (AM and O&M operations) to pursue long-term operational stability and maximize asset value.
■ Future Outlook
By promoting vertical integration from the power generation business (Upstream) to the retail business (Downstream), QEHD will contribute to the realization of corporate carbon neutrality and the optimization of energy costs, leading the formation of a sustainable society.
[About Hanwha Japan Co., Ltd.]
Established in 1984 as the Japanese subsidiary of Hanwha Corporation, one of South Korea's largest conglomerates. It operates in three divisions: Green Energy, Chemical, and Product Solutions, handling chemical products, steel, machinery and equipment, auto parts, and IT-related equipment.
With the formation of this fund, we will significantly strengthen the supply base of renewable energy solutions that support corporate decarbonization management, including the 'Short-Term PPA' deployed by Q.ENEST Denki Co., Ltd. (hereinafter 'QEDK'). This is expected to generate approximately 16.8 million kWh of power annually (assuming about 1,050 kWh per year per 1kW of DC capacity), resulting in an estimated CO2 emission reduction effect of approximately 7,100 tons per year. *
* Calculated by multiplying the estimated annual power generation of about 1,050 kWh per 1kW of DC capacity (approx. 16.8 million kWh/year) by the national average alternative emission factor for FY2026 reporting published by the Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (0.423 kg-CO2/kWh).
■ Deployment of Decarbonization Solutions Centered on 'Short-Term PPAs'
Currently, as many companies are pressed to respond to carbon neutrality, the need for renewable energy that can be adopted swiftly and flexibly is increasing. To meet this demand, QEDK is promoting its unique 'Short-Term PPA' business.
- What is a Short-Term PPA? -
Securing decarbonized power sources is an urgent issue for domestic companies. However, this plan was realized by QEDK, which also conducts power retail, absorbing the risks associated with long-term contracts to provide a solution for the worries of consumers who face many fluctuation factors such as consolidations, reorganizations, and changes in management policies.
・Securing a stable supply capacity of 16MW scale
The renewable energy and environmental value generated from the approximately 160 power plants nationwide covered by this project will be stably provided to companies promoting decarbonization management through corporate PPAs deployed by QEDK.
・Diverse power plans tailored to consumer needs
As a retail electricity business (PPS business), QEDK offers optimal decarbonization solutions tailored to the diverse needs of corporate customers, such as fully fixed unit price plans and market-linked plans.
・Providing high-quality energy communication
QEDK received the highest five-star rating in the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's FY2025 'Energy Conservation Communication Ranking System (Electricity Sector)' (announced in December 2025). By combining an excellent communication infrastructure with this project, we meet the needs of consumers, from daytime renewable energy supply to stable supply across all hours including nighttime.
■ 'Capital Recycling' and Operation System Supporting the Supply Structure
This initiative realizes 'capital recycling' based on a total of approximately 2 billion yen in funding from Ricoh Leasing Co., Ltd., allowing for the early recovery of development funds and reinvestment into further renewable energy development.
Through asset securitization backed by long-term cash flows generated from solar power plants, we aim to build a continuous development structure moving forward. In addition, Eco Style Co., Ltd. has been appointed for the operation and management of the assets (AM and O&M operations) to pursue long-term operational stability and maximize asset value.
■ Future Outlook
By promoting vertical integration from the power generation business (Upstream) to the retail business (Downstream), QEHD will contribute to the realization of corporate carbon neutrality and the optimization of energy costs, leading the formation of a sustainable society.
[About Hanwha Japan Co., Ltd.]
Established in 1984 as the Japanese subsidiary of Hanwha Corporation, one of South Korea's largest conglomerates. It operates in three divisions: Green Energy, Chemical, and Product Solutions, handling chemical products, steel, machinery and equipment, auto parts, and IT-related equipment.