What is Panasonic's business scope?

Panasonic Energy Co., Ltd.'s business scope covers dry batteries supporting convenient, comfortable daily lives, as well as batteries supporting a broad range of social infrastructure and the automotive industry, including EVs.

How can Panasonic reduce the consumption of fossil fuels?

By demonstrating energy demand-side solutions we hope to minimize the consumption of fossil fuels,” said Kusumi. “Meanwhile, Panasonic is building a new factory in the Czech Republic to respond to growing demand for A2W systems, and last year, we acquired the commercial HVAC business of Systemair AB of Sweden.

What is Panasonic's partnership with Innova?

Panasonic and INNOVA signed a capital and business alliance agreement on February 1. Through this agreement, both parties will promote comprehensive collaboration on production, sales, and technology development. The first next-generation integrated housing solution is expected in 2025. “ INNOVA is truly the best partner.

Will Panasonic decarbonize Europe?

“ Panasonic is firmly resolved to work alongside Europe in its decarbonization efforts. Later this year, Panasonic will begin demonstrating a renewable energy-based autonomous micro-grid at its UK factory using hydrogen fuel cells, storage batteries, and solar panels.

Is northern Sweden's energy boom reversing?

Northern Sweden’s energy boom is leading to a dramatic reversal in the region’s fortunes © Charlie Bibby/FT Skellefteå Kraft, the municipality-owned power company, saw the chance to exploit its own power surplus, beating offers from about 40 Nordic cities in 2017 to attract Northvolt to build its first gigafactory.

How much electricity does Sweden use a year?

In Sweden, the first part is already done. Northern Sweden last year generated 76 terawatt hours of electricity from its hydropower and wind farms, but only consumed 33TWh. That surplus of 43TWh is equivalent to or more than the annual electricity consumption of countries such as Hungary, Denmark or Ireland.