Nippon Chikudenchi & Takayama City Sign Grid-Scale Battery Disaster Power Supply Accord

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  • Nippon Chikudenchi & Takayama City Sign Grid-Scale Battery Disaster Power Supply Accord
  • On June 2, 2026, Nippon Chikudenchi signed an emergency power agreement with Takayama City to supply electricity to about 470 households for 72 hours using a planned 8 MWh (8,146 kWh) grid-scale battery facility.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: June 5, 2026

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On June 2, 2026, Nippon Chikudenchi signed an emergency power agreement with Takayama City to supply electricity to about 470 households for 72 hours using a planned 8 MWh (8,146 kWh) grid-scale battery facility.

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Nippon Chikudenchi & Takayama City Sign Grid-Scale Battery Disaster Power Supply Accord (June 5, 2026), PR Times
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PR Times
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June 5, 2026
On June 2, 2026, Nippon Chikudenchi signed an emergency power agreement with Takayama City to supply electricity to about 470 households for 72 hours using a planned 8 MWh (8,146 kWh) grid-scale battery facility.
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On June 2, 2026, Nippon Chikudenchi Co., Ltd. (President: Shuichi Urushihara) signed an agreement with Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture, to supply emergency power from grid-scale battery storage stations during disasters. This agreement aims to strengthen local disaster preparedness and maintain essential services. Grid-scale batteries connect to the power grid to charge during surplus and discharge when needed, playing a crucial role in stabilizing renewable energy. Under this agreement, Nippon Chikudenchi will utilize a planned storage facility in Takayama with a rated capacity of approximately 8 MWh (8,146 kWh). During power outages, qualified chief electrical engineers will operate the facility locally to provide power through external outlets, enabling residents to charge smartphones, laptops, and portable batteries. Since a two-person household requires about 17 kWh for 72 hours, the facility can support approximately 470 households. Nippon Chikudenchi focuses on storage station construction, maintenance, and market creation, aiming to launch 80 operational facilities by 2026.

FAQ

What is the name of the agreement signed between Nippon Chikudenchi Co., Ltd. and Takayama City, and when was it signed?

The agreement is named the "Agreement on Power Supply from Grid-scale Storage Batteries during Disasters," and it was signed on June 2, 2026.

How will the emergency power supply be provided under the agreement?

Power will be supplied via external outlets equipped at the grid-scale battery stations developed by Nippon Chikudenchi, operated onsite by qualified personnel (Chief Electrical Engineers) during emergencies.

What is the rated capacity of the planned grid-scale battery station, and how many households can it supply in an emergency?

The rated capacity is approximately 8MWh (8,146kWh), which can supply electricity to approximately 470 two-person households for 72 hours (based on an requirement of about 17kWh per household for 72 hours).

Who is the representative of Nippon Chikudenchi Co., Ltd., and where is the headquarters located?

The Representative Director and President is Shuichi Urushihara, and the headquarters is located on the 13th floor of the Kasumigaseki Building, 3-2-5 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo.

What are the business goals and plans of Nippon Chikudenchi Co., Ltd. up to 2026?

Its main business is the development and operation of grid-scale battery stations, and it plans to start operations at 80 battery storage facilities by 2026.

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