Kyocera is a comprehensive electronic components manufacturer founded in 1959. Based on its fine ceramics technology, the company has diversified into various fields, including solar cells, mega solar power, storage batteries, energy management systems (EMS), and SOFC (solid oxide fuel cells) in the energy sector.

Since entering the solar energy business in 1975, the company has accumulated a diverse track record, including Japan’s largest-scale mega-solar power plant, and is advancing the development of high-quality solar cell modules and the optimization of supply and demand management through EMS utilizing AI.

For businesses and local governments, the company offers PPA services and renewable energy retail power supply, and is also engaged in the demonstration of VPP (virtual power plant) technology.

Through these initiatives, the company is striving to realize a sustainable and decarbonized society, as well as commercialize CCUS and new decarbonization technologies. To achieve this, we will strongly promote partnerships with startups through open innovation activities. Various types of collaboration are possible.