Prevention of Global Warming
Basic Approach
The ENEOS Group is reducing CO2 emissions across the entire supply chain in order to contribute to the development of a decarbonized society.
To reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, we are focusing on energy conservation in our business activities.
We are also helping to reduce the overall greenhouse gas emissions of society through the expansion of our renewable energy business, early practical implementation of hydrogen and carbon-neutral fuels, and development and sales of environmentally friendly products that have a lower environmental impact.
For our company-wide initiatives to address climate change and TCFD-related information, see Our Response to Climate Change Risks and Opportunities (TCFD).
Structure
For information on our structure, see Environmental Management.
Material Issues, Plans and Results
Fiscal 2022 Targets, Results and Progress
Evaluation:Achieved/Steady progressNot achieved
| Material ESG Issue | Initiative | Target (KPI) | Results/Progress | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contribution to the development of a decarbonized society | Reduction in CO2 emissions (Reduction amount through independent efforts) | Reduction in CO2 emissions: Reduce by 4.28 million tons compared to fiscal 2009 | Reduced by 4.30 million tons compared to fiscal 2009 | |
Results
- For information about , see the Editorial Policy.
Changes in Total GHG Emissions (Scope 1+2)
- Notes:
- Calculated in accordance with the Act on Promotion of Global Warming Countermeasures. From fiscal 2022, calculations take into account electricity sold and heat sold.
- For detailed data, see Data.
Energy Consumption Intensity for Oil Refining
- Note:
- Covers the oil refining sites of the ENEOS Group.
Breakdown of GHG Emissions Other Than CO2 (Fiscal 2022)
| Items | Unit | Emissions |
|---|---|---|
| Total GHG emissions other than CO2 | Tons | 116,656 |
1. CH4 (methane) |
Tons | 30,320 |
2. N2O (nitrous oxide) |
Tons | 85,929 |
3. HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons) |
Tons | 223 |
4. PFCs (perfluorinated compounds) |
Tons | 0 |
5. SF6 (sulfur hexafluoride) |
Tons | 184 |
6. NF3 (nitrogen trifluoride) |
Tons | 0 |
The main greenhouse gases other than CO2 are CH4, produced during crude oil and gas production, and N2O, which is emitted from heating furnaces during the oil refining process.
We will continue working to lower these and other GHG emissions.
Initiatives under the Second Medium-Term Environmental Management Plan (Fiscal 2020 to Fiscal 2022)
Target
Reduction in CO2 emissions along the entire supply chain
Medium-term target (FY2022): Reduction of 4.28 million tons compared to FY2009*
- *The reduction target for fiscal 2022 represents a reduction of approximately 15% compared to fiscal 2009. Our CO2 reduction targets do not include elements resulting from decreased demand.
Results
Reduction in CO2 Emissions
- *Scope 1+2 emissions
Fiscal 2022 Results
| Results of reduction in CO2 emissions (compared to FY2009) | |
|---|---|
| (1) Reduction in CO2 emissions at Group production sites | 2.10 million tons |
| Energy conservation | 2.10 million tons |
| CO2-EOR* | 0 million tons |
| (2) Reduction in CO2 emissions other than at Group production sites | 2.20 million tons |
- *CO2-EOR (enhanced oil recovery) is a technology for the improved recovery of oil through the injection of CO2. This technology simultaneously increases production of crude oil and reduces emissions of CO2 into the atmosphere by transporting the CO2, captured out of the processed flue gas from a coal-fired power plant, to an oil field, and injecting and storing the CO2 into legacy fields.
Carbon Neutrality Plan
Target
GHG Emissions Targets (Scope 1+2)
| Applicable companies | Items | FY2023 | FY2024 | FY2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENEOS | GHG emissions | 28.54 million tons or less | 28.15 million tons or less | 29.66 million tons or less |
| Reduction in emissions from refineries, etc. | -0.35 million tons | -0.50 million tons | -0.51 million tons | |
| CCS | Selection of potential storage sites | Determination of storage sites | Detailed design | |
| Forest absorption Credits created |
0.12 million tons created | 0.23 million tons created | 0.54 million tons created | |
| JX Nippon Oil & Gas Exploration | GHG emissions | 0.67 million tons or less | 0.63 million tons or less | 0.62 million tons or less |
| Methane emissions | 1,650 tons or less | 1,000 tons or less | 350 tons or less | |
| CCUS | 0.52 million tons or more | 1.12 million tons or more | 1.12 million tons or more | |
| JX Metals | GHG emissions | 0.79 million tons or less | 0.72 million tons or less | 0.72 million tons or less |
| Group total (Reduction compared to 2013) |
30.00 million tons or less (-5.93 million tons) |
29.50 million tons or less (-6.43 million tons） |
31.00 million tons or less (-4.93 million tons) |
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To reach these targets, we are focusing our efforts in three main areas.
- 1) Curbing Group greenhouse gas emissions by improving the energy efficiency of our manufacturing and business operations through energy saving, fuel conversion, and the use of renewable energy.
- 2) Using carbon dioxide capture and storage (CSS) for emissions remaining after the above measures are carried out, and storing the captured CO2 underground.
- 3) Any remaining greenhouse gas emissions after the above two measures will be removed through forest absorption and other natural absorption methods.
Major Initiatives
Energy Conservation at Production Sites
The Group’s refineries and plants are pursuing energy conservation through measures such as increasing the number and efficiency of heat exchangers and introducing higher efficiency rotary equipment.
The Group’s GHG emissions (Scope 1+2)* in fiscal 2022 totaled 27.93 million tons, an increase over the previous fiscal year. This was due to the restart of operations of facilities that had been shut down due to malfunction, in addition to a recovery in demand, which had been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Meanwhile, our crude oil refining energy consumption intensity improved by 0.16 points from the previous fiscal year to 8.92 (oil equivalent consumption volume (kL)/crude distillation unit equivalent throughput (thousand kL)) with the recovery of operations.
In fiscal 2022, the Group invested around 0.61 billion yen in facilities for energy conservation. Going forward, we remain committed to pursuing greater energy conservation by introducing energy-saving technologies and optimizing operations at our refineries and smelters.
- *Scope 1 and Scope 2 as defined in the GHG Protocol
Introduction of CO2-Free Electricity at Principal Metals Business Sites
As approximately 60% of the JX Metals Group’s total CO2 emissions come from electricity, in fiscal 2020 it began introducing CO2-free electricity*. In fiscal 2022, the JX Metals Group completed the switch to CO2-free electricity at its major sites in Japan, with the exception of some sites that have contractual restrictions. It is also steadily moving ahead with the switch at its overseas sites.
- *Electricity derived from effectively non-fossil power sources that do not use fossil fuels and do not emit CO2, and have an adjusted CO2 emission factor of 0.00 t-CO2/kWh. In addition to power generation from renewable energy such as hydro power, wind power, and solar power, nuclear power generation may also be included.
Initiatives in Research and Development
The Group is moving forward with research in the following fields in order to realize energy transitions.
In fiscal 2022, the ENEOS Group spent a total of around 29.4 billion yen on research and development.
- Technical development for the manufacture, storage, transport, and supply of CO2-free hydrogen derived from renewable energy
- Technical development for the manufacture of synthetic fuels from CO2-free hydrogen and CO2
- Technical development for the manufacture of hydrogen and the optimization of storage battery operation plans, which contribute to the effective use of renewable energy
- Technical development and feasibility study on biofuels
- Technical development on recycling of plastic resources and used tires
- Rationalization and streamlining of oil refining processes
- Development of environmentally friendly products (fuel-efficient automotive lubricants, etc.)
Initiatives of ENEOS Lab with Waseda University as a Joint Research Base
In November 2019, ENEOS concluded an agreement with Waseda University on comprehensive collaboration activities to promote innovation toward achieving a sustainable society. Through multi-disciplinary open innovation, we are exploring technologies that will contribute to the realization of a carbon-neutral society. The ENEOS Lab, established at Waseda University as a hub for joint research, is conducting innovative research on CO2 reduction related to hydrogen, battery materials and robotics.
Development of Manufacturing Technologies for Synthetic Fuels Derived from Renewable Energy
ENEOS is working on the development of manufacturing technology for synthetic fuels that can replace fossil fuels such as jet fuel, gasoline, and diesel to achieve carbon neutrality in a wide range of fields, such as aircraft and vehicle mobility and raw materials for chemicals and lubricants.
Synthetic fuels are carbon-neutral fuels produced using CO2-free hydrogen derived from renewable energy and CO2, which means that they can reduce CO2 emissions throughout the product lifecycle. In addition, as their properties are equal to those of conventional fossil fuels, these synthetic fuels can be acceptable in existing vehicles, refinery facilities, and distribution routes, meaning they will play a vital role in realizing energy transitions.
ENEOS aims to establish manufacturing technologies for synthetic fuels early and their social implementation with the support of the Green Innovation (GI) Fund*, which was adopted in April 2022.
- *A fund administered by the Japanese government that provides support to companies working to address management issues to help reach Japan’s goal for carbon neutrality by 2050. The fund offers financial assistance over a 10-year period in areas ranging from R&D and demonstration projects to social implementation, covering 14 fields in energy-related industries, including the hydrogen and ammonia fuel industries; transportation and manufacturing-related industries; and household and office-related industries.
Synthetic Fuels Production Process
Supporting Research on Hydrogen Energy Supply through the ENEOS Hydrogen Trust Fund
ENEOS established the ENEOS Hydrogen Trust Fund in March 2006 in order to help speed up the realization of a hydrogen society.
The fund is Japan’s first public trust specializing in supporting research on the supply of hydrogen energy. The fund is large enough that a stable supply of research grants worth 50 million yen (up to 10 million yen per project) can be provided for around 30 years to support innovative and pioneering basic research into hydrogen energy supply systems. As of June 2023, the fund’s assets total around 700 million yen, which will make it possible to provide stable grants for approximately 13 years going forward.
Initiatives in Procurement and Logistics
With regard to marine transportation, which primarily involves the transport of crude oil to Japan, ENEOS is making active efforts to use oil tankers with superior delivery efficiency and fuel efficiency, and to improve fuel consumption by optimizing transportation routes and controlling navigation schedules and speeds.
Regarding land transportation, in addition to consolidating oil depots and improving the distribution efficiency of tank trucks, we are working to reduce fuel consumption through efforts such as insisting that drivers turn off their engines when stopped.
CO2 Emissions from Domestic Transport
- Note:
- Scope: ENEOS
Distribution Stage Initiatives
ENEOS is actively implementing power-saving measures at its service stations nationwide through efforts such as the installation of solar panels and the adoption of LED lighting.
Consumption Stage Initiatives
The Group’s CO2 emissions from the use of sold products* in fiscal 2022 totaled 183.42 million tons.
ENEOS is working to reduce CO2 emissions at the consumption stage through the development and sale of environmentally friendly products, which contribute to a lower environmental impact. We have specified standards and procedures for certification of our environmentally friendly products and services and manage these appropriately.
- *Scope 3 as defined in the GHG Protocol
Main environmentally friendly products
- Fuel-efficient lubricants
- Specialized fluids for electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles
- Natural gas and LNG
- Liquid crystal polymers
- Electricity generation using renewable energy
For more information on our environmentally friendly products, see ENEOS’s environmentally friendly products (available in Japanese only).
Sales of Carbon-Neutral Natural Gas and LNG
In fiscal 2021, ENEOS began selling carbon-neutral natural gas and LNG due to the use of CO2 credits
ENEOS’s carbon-neutral natural gas and LNG utilize CO2 credits generated from forest protection projects in Indonesia and other countries to offset the CO2 generated in processes from natural gas extraction to combustion, reducing it its carbon footprint to net zero. In addition to reducing greenhouse gas emissions on a global scale, ENEOS is also contributing to the creation of local employment and the protection of biodiversity.
- *CO2 credits attested by a highly reliable verification institution for CO2 reduction effects generated by environmental conservation projects.
Working with Business Partners (CSR Procurement)
We implement CSR procurement, in which we take into account social impacts, such as effects on the environment, when purchasing materials and other goods and services.
For details, see Supply Chain Management.
Visualizing CO2 to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
We are working toward the visualization of greenhouse gas emissions in order to reduce these emissions in the Group and in society.
In fiscal 2023, we will introduce a CO2 visualization system that will enable us to manage our CO2 emissions. In March 2023, ENEOS, WasteBox Co., Ltd., and NTT DATA Corporation launched a joint study for construction of the system. The system is being designed to provide the following functions to enable us to more accurately calculate the carbon footprints (CFP)1 of ENEOS petroleum products and manage the greenhouse gas emissions of more than 100 sites.
- 1）Streamlining statutory reporting of greenhouse gases by improving efficiency of work processes for aggregation of entity-level greenhouse gas emissions
- 2）Managing the implementation of carbon neutrality plans through monthly forecasting and result management
- 3）Streamlining per-product CFP calculations and discussions on reduction of per-product CFP
The development of this system aims to achieve unified monitoring and management of carbon information on a per-product basis, analyze the impact that decarbonization initiatives in manufacturing has on CFP and visualize CFP at the new product planning stages, and create business opportunities by highlighting the environmental value of low-carbon products.
Once the system is in operation, we will provide our customers with CFP data for ENEOS petroleum products, beginning with some lubricants, petrochemical products, and functional materials and then expanding to cover other products. Our CFP data will be “cradle to gate2,” meaning it will cover all greenhouse gas emissions from raw materials procurement to product shipment. We will use the life cycle assessment (LCA) method3 to calculate emissions associated with material procurement and product manufacturing.
- 1Carbon footprint of products (CFP) is a system for converting greenhouse gas emissions throughout the life cycle of a product or service, from the procurement of raw materials to manufacturing and beyond, to CO2.
- 2Refers to the process from raw materials procurement to production within the life cycle stages, comprising raw materials procurement, manufacturing, distribution, sales, use and maintenance, disposal and recycling.
- 3LCA (life cycle assessment) methodology involves quantitatively evaluating the environmental effects of product manufacturing throughout the entire life cycle from procurement of raw materials to manufacturing, transport, use, and disposal.
ENEOS Group CO2 Visualization
Businesses Helping to Address Climate Change
Advancement of Renewable Energy Power Generation Business
The Group has been advancing this business with the target of expanding the total capacity of our renewable power generation portfolio in Japan and overseas to over one million kW by the end of fiscal 2022. We achieved this target by acquiring shares in Japan Renewable Energy (JRE) in January 2022. In addition, with the integration of ENEOS’s renewable energy business with JRE in April 2023, we expect to further strengthen the growth of our renewable energy business. Our renewable energy power generation capacity stands at approximately 1.26 million kW (as of June 2023, including projects under construction).
JRE is one of Japan’s leading energy suppliers, with a high level of business development capability. Combining this with the Group’s expertise in the energy business, we will further develop and speed up the business to become Japan’s leading supplier of renewable energy and contribute to the realization of the 3E+S (energy security, economical efficiency and environment plus safety) of energy in a decarbonized society.
For information on our renewable energy power plants, see the ENEOS website.
Planned Power Generation Projects
| Power generation project | Generation capacity* | Planned start of operation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | JRE Miyagi Kami Wind Farm | 42 MW | March 2024 |
| Hirado Wind Power Plant | 9 MW | March 2024 | |
| Oita Beppu Bay Wind Power Plant | 9 MW | June 2024 | |
| Niigata 1 Solar Power Plant | 18 MW | December 2024 |
- *100% of generation capacity
Generation Capacity by Energy Source (As of June 2023)
| Thermal1 (9 sites) |
Oil, etc. (7 sites) |
912MW |
| LNG (CCGT2) (2 sites) |
598MW | |
| Solar (81 sites) |
664MW | |
| Hydro (1 site) |
5MW | |
| Wind (9 sites) |
126MW | |
| Geothermal (1 site) |
0.1MW | |
| Biomass (2 sites) |
91MW | |
| Total | 2,396MW | |
- 1Thermal capacity does not include refinery in-house power generation.
- 2Gas-fired thermal power plant with combined cycle gas turbines (CCGT)
Renewable Energy Power Generation (Fiscal 2022)
| Solar | 666,106MWh |
| Hydro | 24,629MWh |
| Wind | 202,515MWh |
| Geothermal | 36MWh |
| Biomass | 604,436MWh |
| Total | 1,497,722MWh |
- Note:
- The GHG emission factor for ENEOS’s electric power business in fiscal 2022 was 0.000452 t-CO2/kWh (after adjustment) as published by the Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in the Fiscal 2021 Results on January 24, 2023 and Partial Revisions on May 26, 2022.
Establishment of a Hydrogen Supply Chain
Hydrogen is a clean energy source that does not emit CO2 during use. Because it enables the use of renewable energy during the manufacturing process and can be rendered CO2-free (green hydrogen), hydrogen is considered a key form of clean energy for the achievement of carbon neutrality.
As of September 30, 2023, there are around 8,000 fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) in Japan, which has a total of 164 hydrogen stations, 43, or roughly one-third, of which are operated by ENEOS. Looking ahead, the growth of FCVs, especially commercial vehicles such as buses and trucks, is expected due to the long driving range and quick filling times offered by hydrogen. ENEOS is working to develop large-scale hydrogen stations to accommodate these vehicles.
With an eye on the future mass consumption of hydrogen, we are implementing a number of collaborative projects with local governments and leading companies in Japan and overseas for the early establishment of a supply chain for transporting and supplying Japan with green hydrogen produced overseas, where there is abundant renewable energy and other resources. As part of this effort, we are focusing on methylcyclohexane (MCH), a hydrogen carrier, in order to transport green hydrogen from overseas to Japan in large quantities and with high efficiency. We are now working on the development of our proprietary Direct MCH® technology, which contributes to cost reduction (see the news release for details).
ENEOS refineries have the potential to serve as hubs for the stable supply of hydrogen due to the fact that they already have expertise in handling large quantities of hydrogen, can utilize existing infrastructure, such as ports, piers and tanks, and are located near power plants and steel mills, which are expected to require large amounts of hydrogen. We will fully utilize these advantages in the development of a hydrogen supply chain.
Building a Supply Chain for CO2-Free Hydrogen Using Our Refineries as Hubs
Initiatives for the Development of a Hydrogen Supply Chain
Overseas
| Project/Organization | Region | Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Development of a Japan-Australia CO2-free hydrogen supply chain | Australia | ENEOS is studying collaboration on the potential for the low-cost, stable supply of hydrogen produced from renewable energy with two Australian companies, Neoen Australia Pty Ltd and Origin Energy Limited. The projects will study more efficient production of methylcyclohexane (MCH) and maritime transport of MCH to Japan as a form of hydrogen storage and transport. For more information, see the following news releases. ・Neoen Australia Pty Ltd: news release ・Origin Energy Limited: news release |
| Development of a CO2-free hydrogen supply chain (derived from renewable energy) in Malaysia | Malaysia | The project will manufacture several tens of thousands of tons of CO2-free hydrogen in Sarawak, Malaysia using electricity derived from renewable energy generated at a hydroelectric power plant. Thereafter, the hydrogen will be converted to MCH and transported by chemical tanker to demand centers outside Malaysia. For more information, see the news release (available in Japanese only). |
| Collaboration for development of a CO2-free hydrogen and ammonia supply chain with Saudi Aramco | Saudi Arabia | The project will conduct feasibility studies on a business for hydrogen manufacture from fossil resources produced and supplied by Saudi Aramco, a business for the capture and storage of CO2 emitted during the manufacturing process, and the maritime transport of hydrogen to demand centers using ammonia or MCH. For more information, see the news release. |
| Joint study agreement to evaluate development of a clean hydrogen supply chain between the UAE and Japan | United Arab Emirates | The project will conduct a feasibility study on the utilization of by-product hydrogen from Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC)’s refinery and petrochemical plant and blue hydrogen produced from natural gas. The hydrogen will be converted to methylcyclohexane (MCH) for export to Japan. For more information, see the news release. |
Japan
| Project (Location) | Overview |
|---|---|
| Selection for NEDO Green Innovation Fund | The following four demonstration projects were selected by the National Research and Development Agency, New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) for its Green Innovation Fund (available in Japanese only): (1) large-scale demonstration of an MCH supply chain; (2) direct MCH electrosynthesis (Direct MCH®) technology development; (3) hydrogen single fueled power generation equipment demonstration; and (4) demonstration project for the commercialization of a liquefied hydrogen supply chain. The demonstration project period is planned to last until the end of fiscal 2030 (end of fiscal 2029 for (4)). For more information, see the following news releases. · News release on demonstration projects (1) to (4) · Joint news release with Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. and Iwatani Corporation on demonstration project (4) (available in Japanese only) |
| Demonstration for feeding MCH into existing oil refining facilities | The project will demonstrate hydrogen extraction from MCH and consumption using ENEOS refining facilities. This will be the first dehydrogenization demonstration project using existing refining facilities in Japan. The candidate sites for the demonstration are Kawasaki Refinery, Wakayama Plant, and Mizushima Refinery. The demonstration is scheduled to be conducted by fiscal 2023. For more information, see the Chiyoda Corporation news release. |
| Hydrogen utilization research project in Tokyo Bay area | The project will research the construction of a hydrogen pipeline network for potential large-scale consumers of CO2-free hydrogen, such as thermal power plants and steel mills, for the decarbonization of Tokyo Bay, with a focus on the Kawasaki coastal area. In addition, with the cooperation of Kawasaki City, the project will evaluate the feasibility of using existing pipelines in the city's industrial complex and identify issues associated with the construction of new hydrogen pipelines (extensions). The project aims for the development of efficient hydrogen supply infrastructure using hydrogen pipelines, with ENEOS’s refinery in the coastal area serving as a hub for receipt of low-cost CO2-free hydrogen from overseas. For more information, see the news release (available in Japanese only). |
| Full-scale study for large-scale hydrogen use in the Keihin Waterfront Area | The study will focus on estimating demand from the perspective of hydrogen users, identifying trends in relevant technological development, and collaboration with hydrogen suppliers, equipment manufacturers and supply companies, mainly in the Kawasaki Port area. For more information, see the news release (available in Japanese only). |
| ENEOS, JERA Co., Inc. and JFE Holdings, Inc. to begin joint study of a hydrogen and ammonia supply collaboration based in the Keihin Waterfront Area | The project will study the establishment of a hydrogen and ammonia receiving facility and supply network in the Keihin Waterfront Area using ENEOS’s refineries, JERA’s thermal power plants and an LNG receiving terminal, JFE Steel Corporation’s land after decommissioning of its blast furnace and deep-water wharves capable of docking large ships. For more information, see the JERA news release. |
| Research project on local production for local consumption model for hydrogen in Mutsu Ogawara District (Aomori Prefecture) |
The project will conduct research on the development of a local production for local consumption model for CO2-free hydrogen in the Mutsu Ogawara district of Aomori Prefecture, an area with abundant renewable energy resources, including onshore and offshore wind power. For more information, see the news release (available in Japanese only). |
| Exploring the utilization of hydrogen energy at Woven City with Toyota Motor Corporation (Susono City, Shizuoka Prefecture) |
The project will involve the construction and operation of a hydrogen station, production of CO2-free hydrogen at hydrogen stations, and supply of hydrogen from hydrogen stations to Woven City and FCVs. The project will also study in detail a hydrogen supply-demand management system. For more information, see the news release. |
| Development of hydrogen stations | There are 164 hydrogen stations in Japan (as of September 30, 2023), 43 of which are operated by ENEOS. Aiming for the strategic development of hydrogen stations, ENEOS participates in the Japan Hydrogen Station Network Joint Company (Japan H2 Mobility, abbreviation: JHyM), which was established in February 2018 by automobile manufacturers, infrastructure companies, and financial investors. Through collaboration in this all-Japan consortium, ENEOS is working on the strategic development and efficient operation of hydrogen stations. For more information, see the news release (available in Japanese only). |
| Commercial sales of CO2-free hydrogen (derived from renewable energy) produced at hydrogen stations (First in Japan; Asahi Ward, Yokohama City) |
The project will market CO2-free hydrogen produced by water electrolysis using electricity generated from solar panels installed at hydrogen stations and renewable-energy-derived electricity procured from the ENEOS Group. In fiscal 2021, the project introduced a hydrogen EMS for optimal control of water electrolysis unit operations based on the amount of renewable energy electricity generated and hydrogen demand. Going forward, the project will aim for the manufacture of CO2-free hydrogen using low-cost electricity by collaborating with virtual power plants (VPP), which remotely control hydrogen EMS and various energy resources. For more information, see the news release (available in Japanese only). |
| Demonstration project for commercialization of vessels equipped with high-power fuel cells | The project will develop a commercially viable fuel-cell-powered 150-ton medium-sized sightseeing vessel (capacity: around 100 passengers) and conduct sea trials, aiming for the use of fuel cells in maritime applications, which are expected to grow in the future. The project will develop piping and instrumentation systems for supplying hydrogen from tank trucks or onshore tanks to vessel tanks safely and in conformance with time and quality requirements. Construction and manufacture will begin in 2023 and sea trials in the Yokohama Port coastal area will begin in 2024. For more information, see the following news releases. · News release on demonstration project · News release on collaboration with Yokohama City (available in Japanese only) |
| Partnership agreement signed to expand CO2-free hydrogen use to decarbonize railways | The partnership will jointly study the development of integrated hydrogen stations to supply hydrogen to hydrogen-hybrid trains and the decarbonization of the electricity supply using hydrogen co-firing power generation for the decarbonization of the railway lines operated by East Japan Railway Company. For more information, see the news release. |
| Hydrogen utilization study at Haneda Airport and surrounding areas | We will investigate the hydrogen supply potential using a model where hydrogen produced overseas is imported to the Kawasaki coastal area and then transported to the vicinity of Haneda Airport, which is a demand area. We will also investigate the hydrogen demand potential by utilizing hydrogen for electricity, heat, and GSE vehicles in Haneda Airport facilities, and hydrogen utilization in the surrounding area. For more information, see the news release. |
| Study for the development of a large-scale green hydrogen supply chain in Hokkaido | We will conduct a study for the development of a large-scale green hydrogen supply chain in Hokkaido, which is rich in renewable energy resources such as solar and wind power. For more information, see the news release. |
Oil and Gas E&P Using CO2-EOR and CCS Technologies
JX Nippon Oil & Gas Exploration carries out its business activities with attention to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, a cause of global warming.
The company is taking part in a project in the state of Texas in the United States to increase output from a depleted oil field by injecting CO2 captured from the flue gas of a thermal power plant. Since April 2017, a total of 3.77 million tons of CO2 has been injected into the oil field through this project, greatly contributing to increasing oil output and lowering greenhouse gas emissions using CO2-EOR (enhanced oil recovery) technology.
In March 2020, together with Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC), we concluded a joint study agreement with PETRONAS, Malaysia’s state-owned oil company, for gas field development using CCS (CO2 capture and storage) technology, in which CO2 emitted from gas fields is captured and injected underground.
CCS Business
The Group is preparing to launch Japan’s first large-scale CCS business in fiscal 2030 in cooperation with the government, which aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, and various businesses that are actively working to achieve that goal.
In the Group’s oil and natural gas E&P business, we commercialized a CCS/CCUS business in 2016 in Texas, USA, in which CO2 captured from exhaust gas at a thermal power plant is injected underground. Therefore, we already have the necessary technology and knowledge for geological evaluation and CO2 injection. While maximizing this expertise, we will collaborate with other companies to scale up operations and minimize costs, aiming for the full-scale implementation of CCS.
Specific Initiatives
- West Japan Carbon dioxide Storage Survey Co., Ltd. established jointly by three companies, Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (J-POWER), ENEOS, and JX Nippon Oil & Gas Exploration, for the storage of CO2 in western Japan (February 2023)
- Acquisition of shares of Japan Drilling Co., Ltd., which has offshore drilling technology necessary for CO2 storage (March 2023)
Domestic CCS Value Chain of ENEOS
