JA Mitsui Leasing and Osaka Gas Launch Grid-Scale Battery Storage Project in Sukagawa, Fukushima

JA Mitsui Energy Solutions (JMES), a strategic subsidiary of JA Mitsui Leasing in the renewable energy sector, and Osaka Gas have launched the development of the 'Sukagawa Battery Storage Station' (rated output 22MW, rated capacity 95MWh) in Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture, through the joint venture Sukagawa Battery Storage LLC.

Grid-scale battery storage facilities connect large batteries to the power grid, charging and discharging electricity based on supply-demand fluctuations in renewable energy, thereby contributing to grid stability and maximizing the usage of renewable energy. In this project, the JA Mitsui Leasing Group manages operations, finance, and project management, while Osaka Gas leverages its expertise in power trading to manage transactions across three major power markets: the wholesale electricity market, the balancing market, and the capacity market.

JA Mitsui Leasing Group prioritizes energy transition as a key strategy, aiming to contribute to a decarbonized society. The Daigas Group is working toward carbon neutrality by 2050, with a goal to expand its battery storage operational scale to 1,000MW by fiscal year 2030.

[Project Overview] - Operator: Sukagawa Battery Storage LLC - Location: Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture - Rated Output: 22MW - Rated Capacity: 95MWh - Battery Type: Lithium-ion - Start of Operation: FY2028 (Scheduled)