On June 11, 2026, Japan Planning Institute (JPI) will host a seminar featuring Mr. Shigeyuki Tsukao of TEPCO Power Grid, Inc., to discuss the latest trends and future prospects of SF₆ alternative gas technology.
The Japan Planning Institute (JPI) is inviting Mr. Shigeyuki Tsukao, Department Manager of Substation Technology at TEPCO Power Grid, Inc., to deliver a seminar explaining efforts in environmental impact assessment and future prospects based on the latest domestic and international trends in SF₆ alternative gas technology for power applications.
Mr. Tsukao is a leading expert with over 30 years of experience in substation equipment design, maintenance, and international standards research, having handled both practical operations and standardization including overseas assignments and manufacturer secondment.
Practical insights gained from this seminar:
・International comparison of SF₆ alternative gas technologies and organization of criteria for internal adoption decisions.
・Assessment of equipment selection risks based on Western regulations and PFAS regulations.
・Perspectives on evaluating GHG reduction values and incorporating them into investment decisions.
Lecture overview:
Movements toward sales regulations on switchgear using high-GWP gases, including SF₆, and the development and introduction of alternative gas equipment are accelerating globally. This lecture will cover the latest development situations in Japan and overseas, trends in European and American fluorinated gas and PFAS regulations, as well as the valuation of GHG emission reductions and market evaluation methods.
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FAQ
What is the date, time, and theme of the seminar?
The seminar will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 13:30 to 15:30. The theme is 'Environmental Impact Assessment Efforts and Future Prospects Based on the Latest Trends in SF₆ Gas Alternatives for Power Applications'.
Who will be the lecturer?
The lecturer will be Shigeyuki Tsukao, the Chief of the Substation Technology Division at Tokyo Electric Power Grid Co., Inc., who is a leading expert in substation equipment design, maintenance, and international standards research.
What practical knowledge can be gained from the seminar?
Participants will learn about international comparisons of SF₆ alternative gas technologies, equipment selection risks based on PFAS regulations in Europe and the US, evaluation methods for GHG reduction value, and how to incorporate these into investment decisions.
What are the attendance formats available?
There are three attendance formats: in-person, live streaming, and archive streaming. Additional registration for archive streaming is also possible.
What industries are the target audience?
The target audience includes equipment departments of power companies and transmission and distribution operators, development and technology departments of heavy electrical and electrical machinery manufacturers, decarbonization and environmental strategy departments of energy-related companies, and business planning departments that make infrastructure investments.