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Transforming Industrial Structure through Innovation in Takehara City, Hiroshima: Investment in ESREE Energy for 'Industrial Heat Greening' via Gravel Thermal Storage Systems

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Published May 28, 2026 3:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:52 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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ReGACY Innovation Group has invested in ESREE Energy, a startup selected for the 'Takehara DX' accelerator program in Takehara City, Hiroshima.
ESREE Energy is developing gravel-based thermal storage technology to decarbonize industrial heat.
The company will collaborate with local businesses in Takehara to accelerate the development and commercial deployment of its systems.

ReGACY Innovation Group has invested in ESREE Energy, a startup selected for the 'Takehara DX' accelerator program in Takehara City, Hiroshima. ESREE Energy is developing gravel-based thermal storage technology to decarbonize industrial heat. The company will collaborate with local businesses in Takehara to accelerate the development and commercial deployment of its systems.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000185.000099287.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: May 28, 2026

ReGACY Innovation Group Inc. (ReGACY) announced its investment in ESREE Energy Inc. ESREE Energy is one of the startups selected for the 'Takehara DX' accelerator program, hosted by ReGACY in Takehara City, Hiroshima. The company is developing gravel thermal storage technology that converts surplus electricity into heat for storage, aiming to decarbonize industrial heat, particularly in the high-demand 200°C range. In Takehara, the company has developed a 1kWh prototype targeting a heat demand of approximately 1,000kWh. From fiscal year 2025 onwards, it plans to collaborate with local businesses to conduct field tests and pursue paid installations. ReGACY will lead coordination with local governments and research institutions to support the social implementation of ESREE Energy's technology and promote regional industrial development.

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Organizations: ReGACY Innovation Group / ESREE Energy

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