Japanese energy storage battery certification

Who awarded the Japan s-Mark certification for energy storage battery systems?

TÜV Rheinland awarded the Japan S-Mark certification for energy storage battery systems (tested according to JIS C 8715-2:2019) to SolaX Power Mr. Li Xinfu, Chairman of SolaX Power, and Mr. Li Weichun of TÜV Rheinland attended the ceremony on behalf of both companies.

How important is battery energy storage in Japan?

Battery energy storage systems (" BESS ") are playing an increasingly important role in the transition towards net zero. However, the regulations for BESS in Japan were generally perceived as requiring further clarification and development to promote this industry.

What are the technical requirements for energy storage system products?

Energy storage system products should meet the technical requirements of electrical safety, performance, communication, seismic resistance, and other aspects, and obtain a certificate issued by a third-party certification authority before entering the Japanese market.

Are storage batteries a 'new energy base'?

Purpose of the study group Storage batteries are a "new energy base" that is essential to making society green and digital (i.e., making cars electrified and modifying power sources to make them carbon-free, which are both necessary for promoting widespread use of renewable energy), and demand for them is expected to increase rapidly in the future.

Are storage batteries sustainable?

On the other hand, storage batteries emit GHGs during the production and disposal processes, and use large amounts of high-quality resources, such as lithium. This has given rise to the need for efforts toward improving sustainability throughout their supply chains, which includes addressing environmental and social problems.

What is Japan's New Basic Energy Plan?

After change of administration from DPJ to LDP again, based on the discussion in the committee, the Japanese government made a draft of the new Basic Energy Plan on 25th February 2014. A mix of nuclear, renewables and fossil fuel will be the most reliable and stable source of electricity to meet Japan’s energy needs.