Decision Made on Adopted Projects for the FY2025 New Energy Promotion Technology Development Support Program!
Tokyo Metropolitan Government selects Kyocera's lightweight solar power generation system development for the FY2025 technology development support program.
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- 📰 Published: March 31, 2026 at 23:30
- 🔍 Collected: April 1, 2026 at 01:06 (1h 36m after Published)
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: April 6, 2026 at 21:23 (140h 16m after Collected)
Outline of Adopted Projects
◆ Project Name
Development of domestically produced lightweight solar power generation systems with a view to integration with next-generation solar cells, and promotion of reuse/recycling of solar power generation panels through the utilization of lifespan prediction technology.
◆ Main Implementing Organizations
Lead Company: Kyocera Corporation
Participating Companies, etc.: Kyowa Holdings Co., Ltd.
◆ Project Overview
With a view to integration with next-generation solar cells, we will develop domestically produced lightweight solar power generation systems that are compatible with buildings where conventional solar power generation systems are difficult to install due to small residual load capacity, transforming locations that were previously unbuildable into power plants.
By combining this with lifespan prediction technology that aids in the selection of items for reuse and recycling, we will provide technologies and products that contribute to the realization of a decarbonized and circular economy.
[Project Overview]
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Metropolitan Environmental Public Service Corporation are implementing the "New Energy Promotion Technology Development Support Program" to promote decarbonization in Tokyo, foster industry in Tokyo, and establish a stable and economically rational energy system, which is the foundation for further economic growth, with the aim of realizing "Zero Emission Tokyo" in 2050. This program promotes research, technology development, demonstration, and implementation of energy (hereinafter referred to as "new energy") and systems, products, and services that contribute to the utilization and dissemination of such energy, which are expected to be widely adopted in society in the near future.
The main outline of the program is as follows:
○ Subsidized Projects
Research, technology development, demonstration, implementation, and other initiatives related to new energy and systems, products, and services that contribute to the utilization and dissemination of such energy.
○ Subsidy Period
Up to 5 years from the date of grant decision.
○ Eligible Applicants
Corporate groups composed of two or more entities, including large and small and medium-sized enterprises in Tokyo.
○ Subsidy Amount and Rate
Subsidy Amount: Up to 3 billion yen per group (minimum total project cost of 1 billion yen required for application)
Subsidy Rate: Up to two-thirds of eligible expenses.
○ Project Website
For other details, please visit the official website of this project.
FAQ
What is the main objective of the adopted project for FY2025?
The main objective is to develop domestically produced solar power generation systems that are lightweight and can be installed in locations where installation is difficult, with a view to integration with next-generation solar cells. Furthermore, it aims to promote the reuse and recycling of panels by utilizing lifespan prediction technology. This contributes to the realization of decarbonization and a circular economy.
Who are the main implementing organizations selected for this project?
The lead company is Kyocera Corporation, with Kyowa Holdings Co., Ltd. and others participating as constituent companies.
What is the "New Energy Promotion Technology Development Support Program" implemented by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government?
This program supports research, technology development, demonstration, and implementation of new energy, as well as systems, products, and services that contribute to its utilization and dissemination, which are expected to be widely adopted in the future. The goal is to promote decarbonization in Tokyo and contribute to industrial promotion and economic growth, aiming for "Zero Emission Tokyo" in 2050.
What are the conditions for eligible applicants for the subsidy?
Eligible applicants are corporate groups composed of two or more entities, including large and small and medium-sized enterprises in Tokyo.
What are the maximum subsidy amount and subsidy rate?
The maximum subsidy is 3 billion yen per group (with a minimum total project cost of 1 billion yen), and the subsidy rate is up to two-thirds of the eligible expenses.