Renewable Energy Institute has worked on a study commissioned by the Danish Energy Agency titled "Hokkaido Integration Study Phase II."
The study aims to identify the industrial and economic development policies and plans of Hokkaido by 2040, how sector integration can help lower the total cost of providing reliable, clean energy to support these economic goals and recommended actions to support the deployment of technologies and business practices necessary for deeper sector integration.
Renewable Energy Institute provided an overview and analysis of relevant policies and concrete plans for industrial and economic development in Hokkaido and regulatory conditions and guidelines at both national and local levels by covering topics such as power generation, power grid, flexible demand and storage (batteries, heat and power, and Power-to-X).
The findings from the study, as identified by the Danish Energy Agency are as follows:
- Hokkaido is positioning itself as a renewable energy hub, driven by ambitious wind power expansion, rising demand, and alignment with Japan’s decarbonization goals.
- Market reforms in Japan aim to support flexibility, promoting DERs, storage, microgrids, and demand response through financial incentives and tariff design.
- An integrated energy system approach is essential, linking power with heating, transport, and industry, which reduces costs and supports more holistic thinking.
- Strong interconnection with Honshu is also critical, enabling renewable exports and ensuring system stability.
- Collaboration with Denmark can accelerate progress, leveraging its expertise in holistic, cost-efficient energy system planning.
