Rooftop solar with EV batteries could meet majority of Japan power demand
Friday, 13 June 2025 () Tokyo, Japan (SPX) May 26, 2025
A new analysis by Tohoku University shows that combining rooftop solar panels with electric vehicle (EV) battery storage could fulfill up to 85% of Japan's electricity needs while cutting carbon emissions by 87%. The study underscores a practical path for Japan's local governments to reach carbon neutrality using existing rooftops and vehicles rather than investing in expansive centralized syste