Japan Micro Solar Power Generation

Is solar energy the future of Japan's Energy Strategy?

Solar energy in Japan is emerging as a cornerstone of Japan's strategy to meet its ambitious long-term sustainability goals. The Sixth Strategic Energy Plan aims for carbon neutrality by 2050 with an interim goal of 36-38% of energy from renewables by 2030.

What percentage of Japan's Energy is solar?

In 2022, solar energy accounted for 5.39% of Japan's total energy mix and 9.91% of its electricity generation. In both cases, solar power in Japan holds the largest share of all renewable sources. This is a drastic contrast to even a decade ago when solar energy contributed less than 1% of the country's energy.

Does Japan still use solar energy?

Solar energy is Japan's most used renewable energy source, yet it still makes up a small portion of its total energy mix. This will need to dramatically increase for Japan to stay aligned with its renewable energy and decarbonisation goals.

How much solar energy will Japan produce in 2022?

However, even with this shift, the country must dramatically increase its solar energy infrastructure to meet its 2030 and 2050 targets. In 2022, Japan produced 4,956 TWh of energy. Assuming energy consumption remains relatively stable, renewable energy capacity will need to grow to 1,784 TWh by 2030.