Joint Project with Nippon Chikudenchi: Developing Grid-Scale Battery Storage at 7 Locations Nationwide; 2MW Facility in Sendai, Miyagi Begins Power Reception
Remixpoint and Nippon Chikudenchi have begun power reception at their 2MW grid-scale battery storage facility in Sendai, with plans to enter the balancing market by August 2026.
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- 📰 Published: April 1, 2026 at 21:00
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Remixpoint, Inc. (Securities Code: 3825, Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and CEO: Yoshihiko Takahashi; hereinafter 'the Company') and Nippon Chikudenchi Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Shuichi Urushibara; hereinafter 'Nippon Chikudenchi') are developing grid-scale battery storage facilities at seven locations nationwide by the end of 2026 through 'NC Pioneer LLC,' a private fund established via joint investment. Recently, the second facility in this project, the 'NC Sendai Aoba-ku Kami-Aichi Battery Storage Station' (rated output approx. 2MW, rated capacity approx. 8MWh) in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, began power reception on April 1, 2026. This facility is scheduled to enter the electricity supply-demand balancing market around August 2026, contributing to stable power supply by providing adjustment capacity as a regional distributed energy hub. As the promotion of carbon neutrality and the expansion of renewable energy are required, securing 'adjustment capacity' essential for stable power supply has become a critical social issue. Renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power fluctuate significantly due to weather conditions, making it necessary to appropriately adjust the balance between electricity supply and demand. Both companies aim to realize a sustainable and secure energy society through the widespread adoption of grid-scale batteries. Regarding future prospects, the grid-scale battery station in Kama City, Fukuoka Prefecture is expected to begin power reception in June 2026, and the station in Kainan City, Wakayama Prefecture is expected in September 2026. We will announce the progress of each facility as soon as it is confirmed.
FAQ
What is a grid-scale battery storage system?
It is a large-scale battery facility connected directly to the power grid to balance supply and demand by charging and discharging electricity.
Why are these storage systems necessary?
Renewable energy sources like solar and wind are intermittent, making battery storage essential for grid stability.
What is the future schedule?
The company plans to start operations in Fukuoka in June 2026 and Wakayama in September 2026, aiming for 7 sites by the end of 2026.