Press Release
Development of solar power plants at three locations in Iwate Prefecture - aiming to start operation sequentially from FY2026
March 18, 2026
Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc.
Chubu Electric Power announces that it has decided to construct solar power plants at three locations in Iwate Prefecture (the "Project").
The Project is to construct solar power plants with a total generation output of 3,998 kW at three locations in Iwate Prefecture. The plants will be developed in stages, with consideration for the natural environment, and with the understanding and cooperation of local residents and other related parties, with the aim of starting operation between October 2026 and April 2028.
The Chubu Electric Power Group has positioned renewable energy as one of its main power sources that will contribute to achieving a carbon-free society as well as enhancing energy self-sufficiency, and we will continue active development in order to achieve our goal of "an expansion over 3.2 million kW through ownership, construction, and maintenance of renewable energy plants by around 2030".
Project Overview
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Construction plan location |
2 locations in Hanamaki City and 1 location in Shimohei District, Iwate Prefecture |
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Power output |
Total 3,998 kW |
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Annual power output |
Approximately 6.83 million kWh in total |
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CO2 reduction |
About 2,891 tons in total |
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Scheduled start of construction |
June 2026 - April 2027 |
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Scheduled start of operation |
October 2026 - April 2028 |