In November 2025, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism […]
This article provides a detailed explanation of the key points from the official document titled “New Offshore Wind Auction System
Introduction Commercializing floating offshore wind in Japan requires more than just advanced engineering—it demands a deep understanding of the country’s
POLICY & REGULATION On April 1, 2026, Japan’s revised Renewable Energy Sea Area Utilization Act took effect, allowing offshore wind
Introduction Offshore wind power is gaining attention in Japan as a key pillar of its renewable energy strategy. To accelerate
POLICY & REGULATION Japan’s Strategic Energy Plan is the top-level document that sets the direction of national energy policy —
Introduction Japan’s offshore wind sector is evolving rapidly, with strict selection criteria for project developers to ensure efficiency, sustainability, and
Introduction Japan is actively refining its offshore wind energy policies to ensure faster deployment, reduce risks, and create a more
Introduction The Japanese government is embracing the “Centralized Method” to accelerate the development of offshore wind energy. By centralizing key
POLICY & REGULATION Japan’s headline offshore wind goals are 10 GW by 2030 and 30–45 GW by 2040, with at
