Thermal Energy Technology: Thermal Utilization Technology, Cold Thermal Energy Control Technology

摘要

Thermal Utilization Technology: One of the most significant topics in Japan in 2012 was the enforcement of the Feed-in Tariff (FIT) Scheme. Moreover, although not yet resolved, the comprehensive review of nuclear energy policy represents a significant turning point for energy policy. Under these circumstances, geothermal and bio-mass power generation projects, for which commercialization appears promising as a result of FIT, are beginning to move forward. Meanwhile, as a result of the review of nuclear energy policy, plans for new facilities and for increasing the efficiency and for extending the service life of existing facilities have become active, even in the field of general thermal power generation. Overseas, in developing countries, the trend toward infrastructure improvements such as ensuring power supplies, and in advanced countries, renewal demand for upgrading aging power supplies to the latest technology, remain strong.