On April 2, 2023, Gifu Seino Green Power LLC (hereinafter “GSGP”), established as a special purpose company by Marubeni Corporation and Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc, completed the construction and commenced the operation of Godo Biomass Power Plant located in Godo City, Anpachi District of Gifu Prefecture.
Synergistic cooperation between two companies for more efficient energy production
This biomass plant is the first to use locally produced fuel for Marubeni and Chubu Electric. It mainly uses surplus wood produced in Gifu Prefecture. It has a power generation capacity of 7,500 kW.
Marubeni and Chubu Electric jointly operate the Tsuruga Green Power Plant, another wood-fired biomass plant located in Fukui Prefecture. The two companies will operate the two plants more efficiently and synergistically while maintaining close communication.
The construction was achieved with the understanding and cooperation of local residents and other stakeholders. Companies will strive to prevent pollution and implement environmental conservation efforts using the virtues of biomass.
Here is an overview of the Godo biomass plant:
- Location: Godo City, Anpachi District, Gifu Prefecture
- Power generation capacity: 7,500 kW
- Estimated annual energy production: about 53 million kWh (equivalent to the energy for about 17,000 ordinary homes)
- Type of fuel: wood chips
- Construction start date: August 19, 2021
- Commercial operation start date: April 2, 2023
Gifu Seino Green Power LLC: a company committed to green and renewable energy production
Gifu Seino Green Power LLC was established in September 2020 with the primary business of operating wood-fired biomass power plants, supplying and selling electricity, and related activities. The investing companies are Marubeni Clean Power Corporation* (50%) and Chubu Electric (50%). Marubeni is investing in GSGP through its wholly-owned subsidiary Marubeni Clean Power Corporation.
The Godo biomass plant is a concrete example of how companies can contribute to environmental protection while providing energy in an efficient and economical way. It also illustrates how companies can work together synergistically to achieve common goals.
