Profile of NEDO

New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization

2009-2010

t. 2009 (3rd Edition)

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 Message from the Chairman NED
Missio
Contributing to Resolution of Energy and Global As Jap
dissemina
Environmental Problems and Further Enhancing ● Address
Japan’s Industrial Competitiveness NEDO a
introduct
of new en
problems
Global society is now facing a difficult economic obtained
situation as well as many challenging energ y and ● Enhanc
NEDO p
environmental problems which need to be urgently goal of co
a d d re s s e d . I n o rd e r t o c o p e w i t h t h e s e a d v e r s e its sophi
international developments, NEDO is steadily moving national
forward in implementing its second mid-term five-year
plan that was initiated in FY2008. As part of this effort, it
is focusing on the following two activities.

First, NEDO is taking a proactive approach regarding

energy and global environmental problems. In order to
achieve the target of halving greenhouse gas emissions by
2050 as proposed by Japan during the G8 Hokkaido
Toyako Summit, it is essential to integrate the world’s
Seiji Murata, Chairman
resources to facilitate the development and practical
New Energy and Industrial application of new technologies. NEDO is thus
Technology Development emphasizing its mission to further develop Japan’s
Organization (NEDO) advanced energy and environmental technologies so as to
help establish a sustainable social system.

Se c o n d , N E D O i s e x p a n d i n g t h e s c o p e o f i t s Policie
international activities. Resolving energ y and Based
environmental problems while also reinforcing Japan’s Easy-to-u
industrial competitiveness requires a strategy which fully activities
takes into account the evolving state of global society and (PDS) app
world markets. It is NEDO’s intention to pursue research ● Promot
and development activities that will enable technology After ana
by identi
seeds from around the world to be used to raise the level leveragin
of Japan’s industrial capability. In addition, from this objective
viewpoint, NEDO will also undertake new project ● Respon
activities for enhancing collaboration with organizations NEDO p
for a proj
that promote innovation in overseas countries.

NEDO’s research and development activities have

yielded many technologies and products that have been
used by or are contributing to society. Despite the recent
downturn in the global economy, technological innovation
will remain a key element for achieving sustainable social
development in the future. NEDO will continue to
endeavor to make the best use of its capabilities in a
positive and determined manner. Se
Techn
evalu

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 NEDO’s Mission and Policies
Mission
As Japan’s largest public management organization promoting research and development as well as the
dissemination of energy, environmental and industrial technologies, NEDO has a crucial mission to carry out.
● Addressing energy and global environmental problems
NEDO actively undertakes the development of new energy and energy conservation technologies, verification of technical results, and
introduction/dissemination of new technologies (e.g., support for introduction). Through these efforts, NEDO promotes greater utilization
of new energy and improved energy conservation. NEDO also contributes to a stable energy supply and resolution of global environmental
problems by promoting the demonstration of new energy, energy conservation and environmental technologies abroad based on knowledge
obtained from domestic projects.
● Enhancement of Japan’s industrial competitiveness
NEDO pursues research and development of industrial technology, which is the foundation for Japan’s industrial competitiveness, with the
goal of commercialization of advanced new technology. Drawing on the combined efforts of industry, academia and government as well as
its sophisticated management know-how, NEDO carries out projects to explore future technology seeds as well as mid- to long-term
national projects that form the basis of industrial competitiveness. It also supports research related to practical application.

Ministry of Economy, Council for Science and

NEDO’s Role
Trade and Industry Technology Policy ■Comprehensive coordination of R&D activities
Coordination with NEDO comprehensively coordinates research and
policymaking authorities development activities in collaboration with the

To accomplish
industrial, academic and governmental sectors to

the mission
Promotion of R&D projects
achieve superior results.
・Autonomous and advanced R&D project management
・R&D activities with flexible and agile project management ■Professional management of R&D activities
Combined efforts of industry, NEDO is a professional project management
government and academia organization whose efforts include the discovery of
technology seeds, the promotion of medium- and
Industry Universities Public research institutes long-term projects, and support for practical
application.

Policies
Based on the goals of “Success-oriented Operation,” “Improved Accessibility” and “Dissemination of
Easy-to-understand Information” and in accordance with the following two policies, NEDO undertakes its
activities as a professional research and development management organization by employing the Plan-Do-See
(PDS) approach.
● Promotion of R&D through the concept of “Selecting and Focusing”
After analyzing the latest domestic and international technology and market trends, NEDO selects and focuses on truly necessary projects
by identifying the clear purpose and expected outcomes of the research. It strategically and intensively promotes research and development,
leveraging the collective efforts of the industrial, academic and governmental sectors with the aim of achieving each project’s research
objectives.
● Responsive revisions to project plans through objective evaluations
NEDO performs objective evaluations based on the latest technological and commercial trends, and thus is able to quickly revise the plan
for a project, including acceleration, expansion, downsizing and termination.

Plan Success-oriented Operation

Planning and NEDO fully utilizes its position as a professional R&D management
assessment organization to achieve successful results.

Improved Accessibility
NEDO makes every effort to continuously improve its contract and
Optimal inspection systems to allow improved accessibility for all project
project management participants.

See Do
Technology Project Dissemination of Easy-to-understand Information
evaluation Management
NEDO actively endeavors to disseminate easy to understand
information to the public.

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 NEDO’s Activities
New En
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Mission 1 Address energy and global environmental problems introduct
priority b

Mission 2 Enhance Japan’s industrial competitiveness ● Overvie

New Energy and Energy Conservation Activities ○ Fuel cell

○ New ene
○ Energy c
Technological ○ Environm

development toward
practical application and
commercialization ○ Internat

*1 Some industri
*2 Some activitie
The individual bu
Verification
(Field tests/overseas Introduction and
dissemination Indust
demonstration)
NEDO
technologi
developme
● Fuel cells and hydrogen immediate
new techn
● Electricity storage
characteris
● Energy and environment
● Overvie

Te
devel
● Electronics and IT ● Nanotechnology and materials (4

● Machinery systems ● Biotechnology and medicine

● Aircraft and space

○ Grant for In
(Financial su
Grants to universities
and other research Support for practical
organizations for the National projects application by business
discovery of technology enterprises
seeds

Industrial Technology Development Activities

Acquis
Kyoto Mechanisms Credit Acquisition Program ● Kyoto M

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 New Energy Development and Energy Conservation Dissemination Activities
NEDO focuses on and strategically promotes technological development, verification tests, and
ms introduction/dissemination of new energy and energy conservation fields, specifically those considered to be high
priority by the government, and also promotes coal resource development activities.
● Overview of new energy and energy conservation activities*1 (103.7 billion yen)
Technology development Introduction and
and demonstration dissemination activities Coal resource development
(65.2 billion yen) (34.1 billion yen) (4.3 billion yen)

○ Fuel cell and hydrogen energy utilization technology ○ New energy technology *2 ○ Subsidies for Overseas Coal Development
○ New energy technology ○ Energy conservation technology Feasibility Surveys
○ Energy conservation technology ○ Overseas Geological Surveys
○ Environmentally-friendly energy technology ○ Advancement of Overseas Coal Development
Coordination ○ Project for Overseas Transfer of Coal Mining
Coordination Technology

○ International field

*1 Some industrial technology development activities are included.

*2 Some activities common to new energy and energy conservation technologies, and activities relating to renewable energy, are included.
The individual budget amounts shown do not equal the total due to rounding.

Industrial Technology Development Activities

NEDO carries out the following technology development activities: national projects dealing with high-risk
technological themes that are difficult for private enterprises to address by themselves and that require a medium to long
development period before practical application; practical application and commercialization promotion activities aimed at
immediate market creation and economic revitalization; and technology seed development activities to promote promising
new technologies at universities and public research institutes. These activities are integrated as necessary according to the
characteristics of different technological fields in response to the changing environment of research and development.
● Overview of industrial technology development activities * (144.7 billion yen)

Technology seed Practical application and

National projects
development activities commercialization promotion activities
(125.6 billion yen)
(4.4 billion yen) (13.8 billion yen)
○ Life science ○ Innovation Promotion Program
○ Information and telecommunications ○ Technology Innovation Program for
○ Environment Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)
Coordination ○ Nanotechnology and materials Coordination ○ Promotion of R&D on Practical
○ Grant for Industrial Technology Research
Matching technology ○ Energy Advancement of Welfare Equipment
(Financial support to young researchers) seeds of universities R&D having
with corporate needs ○ New manufacturing technology outstanding results ○ Strategic Development of Energy
○ Crossover and peripheral fields and Conservation Technology Project
intellectual infrastructure research ○ Research and Development Program for
Innovative Energy Efficiency Technology

Human resource development (fellowships): 100 million yen

Other projects (surveys, dissemination of results, etc.): 700 million yen
*Some projects with new energy and energy conservation activities are included.
The individual budget amounts shown do not equal the total due to rounding.

Acquisition of Emission Reduction Credits through the Kyoto Mechanisms

● Kyoto Mechanisms Credit Acquisition Program (43.3 billion yen)
All budget amounts are from the governmental budget request for FY2009.

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 New Energy and Environmental Technology Development
New Energy Technology New Ene
New energy sources such as solar, wind and biomass energy have a lower environmental impact and can displace fossil fuel usage. With a Stabilizing
goal of further expanding the use of these new energy sources, research and development is being conducted to develop manufacturing
technologies to reduce costs and improve efficiency. In addition, grid-connection technology is being developed to stabilize fluctuating Introduc
output inherent in these new energy sources to enable new energy systems to be connected to existing power grids. greenhouse
will also m
Creating a low-carbon economy through fulfillment
Grid electrode
technologie
increased use of new energy sources
In response to accelerated initiatives worldwide to
promote the use of solar photovoltaic (PV ) power
generation and biomass, efforts are being made in Japan to
reduce costs and improve the performance of PV power
generation systems based on NEDO’s PV Roadmap 2030+
(PV2030+) as well as Japan’s Cool Earth – Innovative
Energy Technology Program. In addition, research and
development is being undertaken to develop technology to
manufacture ethanol from cellulosic biomass resources, Flexible CIGS PV cell with ceramic substrate Erianthus, a biomass feedstock
which do not compete with food supplies.
Related NEDO projects:
Research and Development of Next-generation PV Generation System Technologies
Development of Technology for High-efficiency Conversion of Biomass and Other Energy

Energy Efficiency Technology

Since the oil crises of the 1970s, Japan, which is heavily reliant on imported energy resources, has been developing world-class energy
efficiency technologies. In recent years, as addressing climate change and efficiently using energy have become increasingly critical, the
development and diffusion of energy efficiency technologies have been actively promoted in the industrial, consumer and transportation
sectors.

Energy management systems (EMS) for

next-generation supermarkets to improve
customer satisfaction and energy efficiency
Research and development is underway to improve the
average energy efficiency of supermarkets by 15% or more.
While taking customer psychological states into account,
EMS primarily controls designated equipment according to
the season, events and particular times of the day in order
to improve energy efficiency. Various studies related to
Kyo
supermarket operations are being carried out, such as the
correlation between air-conditioners, freezers/grocery Governme
display cases, and the effect of lighting on customer Assessment of energy-saving/high-rendering lighting Maxvalu Nishinihon Co. Ltd. supermarket
In order t
mindsets.
an integrat
Related NEDO project: developmen
Demonstrative Research of Energy Management Systems Based on Retail Operations
Because dom
Energy and Environment Technologies 100 million
Japan to acq
Japan is facing a variety of global environmental issues, including climate change and energy problems, that require urgent attention. In
order to contribute to the resolution of these issues, initiatives are in place to develop various types of environmentally-friendly technology
focused on efficient utilization of limited natural resources and energy. In addition, projects to promote Japan’s advanced environmental ● Kyo
technologies internationally are also being conducted.

Environmentally- and people-friendly Gove

photocatalysis technology Budg
The development of advanced performance photocatalysts Japan’s
reactive to not only ultraviolet light but also visible light is Trade
being undertaken with the aim of creating a new industrial Ministr
field for Japanese photocatalysis technology. These
advanced photocatalysts, which have antibacterial/antiviral
properties, react to visible light, even indoor light, to purify FY2009
air and prevent soiling, thereby contributing to a safer and
cleaner environment.
Related NEDO project: Demonstration of photocatalytic effect High-performance UV photocatalyst
Project to Create Photocatalyst Industry for Recycling-oriented Society
Other activi
by private co

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ment
New Energy and Energy Efficiency Introduction and Promotion
age. With a Stabilizing energy supplies and addressing climate change issues
nufacturing
fluctuating Introducing and promoting new energy and energy efficiency, in combination with technology development, is essential for reducing
greenhouse gas emissions and addressing global environmental issues. The expanded use of new energy and energy efficiency technologies
will also mitigate national energy security issues stemming from Japan’s delicate energy supply and demand structure and support the
fulfillment of Japan’s Kyoto Protocol obligation. In order to accelerate the introduction and promotion of new energy and energy efficiency
technologies, support, guidance and information on introducing new energy and energy efficiency equipment is being provided.

Offshore wind power generation facility in Setana, Hokkaido PV power generation facility at Asaka water purification plant, Saitama

class energy
critical, the
nsportation

Kyoto Mechanisms
Government acquisition of Kyoto Mechanisms credits
arket
In order to support international efforts to mitigate climate change and to fulfill Japan’s Kyoto Protocol obligation, NEDO is developing
an integrated and consistent approach to coordinate various Kyoto Mechanism-related efforts related to promoting sustainable
development in developing countries, where greenhouse gas emissions are rapidly increasing.
Because domestic emission reduction efforts are expected to leave Japan 1.6% short of its Kyoto Protocol obligation, Japan will need to acquire
100 million certified emissions reduction units (CERs) through the Kyoto Mechanisms. NEDO has been entrusted by the Government of
Japan to acquire CERs through the Kyoto Mechanisms Credit Acquisition Program.
ttention. In
technology
vironmental ● Kyoto Mechanisms Credit Acquisition Program, FY2009
Conclude credit purchase
Execute credit purchase entrustment contracts
Government of Japan entrustment contracts (advanced payment possible
depending on circumstances)
Budget allocation from
Japan’s Ministry of Economy, NEDO Project implementers
Trade and Industry and Implement credit acquisition
Ministry of the Environment program entrusted by
Japanese government Payment for credits
(at time of credit transfers) Project implementers selected
FY2009 budget: 42.90 billion yen through public solicitations
Credit delivery Credit delivery

lyst
Other activities to support Japan’s Kyoto Mechanisms efforts are being conducted, including the promotion of CDM/JI projects implemented
by private companies.

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 Industrial Technology Development
Electronics and IT Technology Biotechn
In order to realize a more convenient and comfortable IT society and to further develop the electronics and IT industries, which are major industries Life scienc
in Japan, research and development is being promoted focusing on performance improvement of device core components and enhancement of computer addition to r
and network usability, including development of next-generation displays. In addition, in order to further reduce power consumption, which is necessary equipment, t
to bolster Japan’s industrial competitiveness and address climate change issues, development of green IT technology is also being actively promoted. earlier diagno
Creating new value added for IT devices through innovative semiconductor technology For early i
Semiconductors and LSI are widely utilized in devices employed in daily life This resear
activities. If a new approach for further miniaturization of components and circuits can from iPS cel
be attained by developing materials and manufacturing process technologies as well as characteristic
three-dimensional integration of semiconductor chips with various functions, a higher a novel drug
level of efficiency and functions for semiconductors and LSI will be realized. This accuracy the
domestic technology development is being conducted to strengthen Japan’s Source: Three-dimensional compounds t
international industrial competitiveness. interconnecting structure
Related NEDO pr
Related NEDO projects: Evaluation device for detecting “Dream chips” create new value added
Fundamental Tec
Next-generation Semiconductor Materials and Process Technology (MIRAI) Project semiconductor and LSI design/
Development of Functionality Innovative Three-dimensional Integrated Circuit (Dream Chip) Technology manufacturing flaws
Chemica
Machinery Systems Technology With a suc
and risk-bas
With the aim of gaining a technological advantage and distinctiveness in the global market, the research and development in this technology field endeavoring
focuses on manufacturing technology for creating innovative next-generation devices. It also targets the development of world-leading next-generation well as the de
robot technology by expanding application areas and usability to include the living environment, nursing and welfare services, and disaster relief fields so
as to make the robot industry one of Japan’s key industries.
Properly m
prevent he
New devices bringing innovation to our lifestyles Entering a new era where robots play a more active role
Respondin
By integrating conventional MEMS* technology with nanotechnology Based on market and social needs accurate haza
and biotechnology, manufacturing technology for innovative expected in the near future, robotic with the 3Rs
next-generation devices is being developed in the energy and environment, systems that will support and be useful universal ass
medical and welfare, and for human activities within households carcinogenici
safety and security fields. Glucose and at work sites are being developed
Embedded blood (e.g., a separation and sorting system for Related NEDO pr
*MEMS: Microelectromechanical sugar sensor Development of
systems are widely used in automobiles waste materials at a building demolition
and home electric appliances in the site).
form of acceleration and pressure Related NEDO project: Fuel Cell
sensors, etc. Signal conversion area Robot separating waste material at
Project for Strategic Development of Advanced
Embedded biosensor device continuously measures blood sugar level a construction site Because fu
Related NEDO project: Robotics Elemental Technologies
industries, th
Hetero-functional Integrated Device Technology Development Project (BEANS) establishmen
BEANS: Bio Electro-mechanical Autonomous Nano Systems vehicles and r
Tapping th
Aircraft and Space Technologies economy
Research in this technology field focuses on advanced technology development and demonstration of a flight control system expected to be applied to By analyzi
small aircraft and technology development for practical application of environment-friendly small aircraft engines. properties of
have yet to b
Rapid production of ready-to-launch satellites infrastructure
Demand for small, high-performance and ready-to-launch satellites has been To this end, a
increasing worldwide. Through the selection and utilization of low-priced, high-end can gather. I
commercial products and technologies, which are Japan’s inherent technological resource deve
strength, satellite performance is being further improved. At the same time, a Related NEDO pr
ready-to-launch small satellite bus and on-board equipment that can be rapidly Fundamental Re
manufactured are being developed, taking into consideration coordination with ground
control systems as well as usability.
Related NEDO project:
Electricit
Research and Development of a Small-sized Advanced Space System Electricity
high-perform
Nanotechnology and Materials Technology evaluation m
Through suc
New advanced technologies have been developed in this technology field, thereby providing a wide range of industries with innovative materials,
micromachining processes and measurement technology. Greater utilization of nanotechnologies and materials technologies in various industrial fields is Enlisting J
expected to contribute to the creation of new industries and to strengthen international competitiveness. technology
Nanostructured molding, new photonic device manufacturing technology Technolog
produce inno
It has been found that creating wavelength-level or finer structures on a glass surface storage batter
brings out various functions. However, none of the technologies currently available has specially de
actually been extended to nanostructure production. This research aims to develop clarification
low-cost, energy-saving nanostructured high-function glass photonic devices. drastic impro
Related NEDO project: levels for prac
Next-generation Nanostructured Photonic Device and Process Technology Related NEDO pr
Refractive/diffractive molding Molding lens R&D Initiative fo

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 Biotechnology and Medical Technology
or industries Life science technology is expected to have a wide range of industrial applications in fields such as medical care and environmental protection. In
of computer addition to research to improve drug discovery process efficiency and development of basic technology for regenerative medicine and advanced medical
h is necessary equipment, translational research activities are being conducted aiming at early practical application of innovative medical technologies and to realize
moted. earlier diagnosis and more appropriate medical treatment. Manufacturing technology that utilizes microbes and plants is also being developed.
Induction of cardiac muscle cell differentiation from human iPS cell
For early industrial application of iPS cells
This research aims to realize efficient differentiation of human cardiac muscle cells
from iPS cells, including efficient manufacturing of iPS cells with homogeneous
characteristics and qualities. Developed cardiac muscle cells will be utilized to establish
a novel drug screening system (toxicity assessment) which is able to predict with high
accuracy the latent potential that drug candidates (including candidate chemical
ee-dimensional compounds to be developed) may induce.
rconnecting structure
Related NEDO project:
alue added
Fundamental Technology Development for Promoting the Industrial Application of iPS Cells Human iPS cell Human cardiac muscle cell

Chemical Substance Management Technology

With a succession of new chemical substances being developed to improve the quality of life, voluntary chemical substance management by business
and risk-based management systems are being promoted over traditional hazard-based regulatory management systems. Accordingly, NEDO is
nology field endeavoring to establish comprehensive assessment and risk management techniques for the production, usage and disposal of chemical substances as
t-generation well as the development of technologies that will reduce risks.
elief fields so
Properly managing chemical substances to support industry and
prevent health hazards
ive role
Responding to the industrialized world’s need for prompt, inexpensive and highly
accurate hazard assessments, as well as the ever-increasing global movement to comply
with the 3Rs principle for animal testing (replacement, reduction and refinement), a
universal assessment method is being developed using cultured cells to evaluate the
carcinogenicity, teratogenicity and immunotoxicity of chemical substances.
By introducing carcinogenic substances
Related NEDO project: Cells for carcinogenicity evaluation
to cells, cellular properties are altered
Development of Simple and Highly Functional Hazard Assessment Methods cultured without chemical substances
and the cells grow in clusters.

Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Technologies

waste material at
Because fuel cells are highly efficient, provide a stable supply of energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and have the potential to create new
industries, this technology represents the link to a clean energy hydrogen-based economy of the future. From basic and demonstrative research to the
establishment of standards, comprehensive technology development efforts are being promoted for the practical application and diffusion of fuel cell
vehicles and residential fuel cell systems.
Tapping the world’s collective intellect to realize a hydrogen-based
economy
be applied to By analyzing how hydrogen affects various materials and by identifying the unique
properties of hydrogen in high-pressure or liquid states, technical guidelines, which
have yet to be produced, will be provided to manufacturers of fuel cell and hydrogen
infrastructure equipment.
To this end, a center of excellence will be established where top international researchers
can gather. In addition, regional technology development efforts as well as human
70 MPa argon 70 MPa hydrogen
resource development, including support engineers and researchers, will be promoted.
Impact of hydrogen on metals undergoing tensile testing
Related NEDO project:
Fundamental Research Project on Advanced Hydrogen Science

Electricity Storage Technology

Electricity storage is a key technology that can be applied to next-generation vehicles, including both plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles, as well as
high-performance electricity storage applications. While the development of lithium-ion and innovative batteries and the creation of standardized
evaluation methods, including safety assessments and life cycle evaluations, are being promoted, barriers to practical applications will also be addressed.
Through such activities, NEDO is supporting the formation of a cross-sectoral consortium for the development of electricity storage technology.
ve materials,
strial fields is Enlisting Japan’s top researchers to conduct electricity storage Discharge
technology R&D Charge
Discharge Discharge
Technology is being developed to improve the safety of lithium-ion batteries, to
Catalyst (cathode)

Charge
produce innovative materials, and to establish fundamental technology for advanced Zinc Charge
storage batteries. This will involve the development of advanced analytical technology (anode) +
H electrically
conductive electrolyte
specially designed for electricity storage technology development, substantial (liquid)
clarification of cell reaction mechanisms using the developed analysis technology, Solid Liquid Solid
drastic improvement of battery performance and attainment of suitable cost and safety
levels for practical application. Concept behind metal-air battery Electricity storage battery pack
(Source: Hokuriku Electric Power
Related NEDO project:
Company, ENAX, Inc.)
R&D Initiative for Scientific Innovation of Next-generation Batteries (RISING)

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 International Activities Prop
Promotion of International Cooperative Activities Support for
Due to rapid and continuous change, including economic globalization and technological diversification, there NEDO’
is a need for open innovation where research and development initiatives also transcend national borders. In solicitation
response, NEDO is promoting and supporting international cooperation through research and development Identific
projects. These pro
Increasingly acute energy and global environmental problems cannot be resolved by any single nation, but must career or pas
be addressed by concerted efforts on a global scale. For this reason, NEDO is also actively promoting the
international diffusion of energy and environmental technologies that contribute to the resolution of these problems. Advance
through
1. Promoting International Cooperation through Research and Development Projects In conjun
International joint research projects can help to stimulate Japan’s domestic research and development activities. NEDO therefore meets with technologica
national research and development organizations of various countries to exchange opinions and conduct workshops to explore potential themes
for cooperation that can benefit both Japan and counterpart countries. NEDO also participates in international exhibitions and other events to
Example
promote project development and the results of NEDO research and development projects.

Example of Activities Example of Activities

NEDO signed a cooperative technology development NEDO’s Grant for Industrial
agreement with the Center for the Development of Industrial Technology Research supports Office
Technology of Spain (CDTI) in December 2008, and based international joint research and
on this agreement launched the Japan-Spain Innovation development carried out by young
Programme (JSIP) for promoting and enhancing cooperation researchers or research teams from
between Japan and Spain. JSIP supports joint projects carried universities or research organizations
out between Japanese companies, universities or research that is focused on advancing
organizations and Spanish companies, with the objective of industrial application in Japan.
developing products, processes or services for practical
application. Under JSIP, researchers from Japan and Spain are Security came
selected and funded respectively by NEDO and CDTI based NEDO-CDTI Cooperation Agreement Signing Ceremony,
on various selection criteria of each organization, with the December 2008, CDTI, Madrid
intention of promoting and strengthening research Cristina Garmendia, Minister of Science and Innovation
cooperation between the two countries. of Spain (center), Seiji Murata, Chairman of NEDO (left), Development of a n
and Maurici Lucena, General Director of CDTI (right) Japan Women’s Un

2. Dissemination of Energy and Environmental Technologies Indu

To address energy and environmental issues in developing countries in general, and the Asia-Pacific region in particular, NEDO is Creating
implementing international demonstration projects and cooperative research projects employing the following Japanese technologies:
1. Energy efficiency and oil-alternative energy development technologies In order
2. Environmentally-friendly coal utilization technologies quantity of
3. Other environmentally-friendly technologies exchange.
In the In
for practica
Example of Activities organizat
industry-ac
Support Project to Improve Maintenance Skills for Application to Photovoltaic Power Generation Systems (PV capacity building) produce p
Enhancement of design and maintenance skills by leveraging results of past NEDO projects knowledge
technology
work on the
NEDO conducts capacity building projects for
policymakers and engineers in developing countries in order
NEDO
to help improve their operational, maintenance, and human reso
management skills for renewable energy installations, exchange an
including solar photovoltaic systems. This training project NEDO tech
consists of a series of lectures as well as on-site led by un
system/equipment inspection training. The first three-year
training project included trainees from Cambodia, Laos, technology
Indonesia, and Thailand. After completing the coursework, such proje
trainees are certified as master trainers and are required to able to offe
conduct similar capacity building training in their own as trainin
countries.
research to
PV microgrid site visit Training on new energy technology industry a
establishing
engineers is

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 Proposal-based Research and Development
Support for outstanding research and development proposals selected through theme-based public solicitations that can make an immediate impact
tion, there NEDO’s theme-based projects support research and development of outstanding industrial technologies through the
orders. In solicitation of new ideas from young researchers and companies.
elopment Identification and fostering of new R&D participants and outstanding technology seeds
These programs aim to discover theme-oriented technology seeds by focusing on the excellence of proposed themes rather than the organization,
but must career or past achievements of researchers, and promote research and development expected to lead to innovations that resolve social problems.
oting the
problems. Advancement of research and development for practical application and future commercialization
through industry-academia collaboration in order to stimulate innovation
In conjunction with national projects, NEDO promotes research and development of outstanding technology seeds for practical use and sets
e meets with technological targets to provide a vision for commercialization.
ntial themes
her events to
Example of Industry-academia R&D Collaboration Example of Technology Development through a Proposal-based R&D Project
Large volume
of information
Blood sampling
Home School Security
Ultrafast image search engine using camera B lymphocyte = antibody-forming cell library
ndustrial holographic optical memory Hospital
EB virus infection
supports Office
arch and
by young
ams from
anizations Unlimited propagation of antibody-forming cells
vancing
pan.

Security camera Mobile phone

Face authentication Isolation of targeted antibody-forming cells
Product concept
Development of a new image search engine incorporating optical correlation calculations and holographic optical memory Establishment of production technology for human antibodies with few side effects that
Japan Women’s University, Pulstec Industrial Co., Ltd., Waseda University Research Collaboration and Promotion Center can be utilized to treat cancer and infections. Evec Incorporated.

Industry/Academia Collaboration and Personnel Training

r, NEDO is Creating Innovation through Collaboration between Industry and Academia
s:
In order to strengthen and further enhance advanced technology in Japanese industry, it is necessary to improve the quality as well as
quantity of human resources in science (universities) and also promote integration of science and industry through personnel
exchange.
In the Industrial Technology Fellowship Program, NEDO fosters well-qualified personnel who can quickly apply technology seeds
for practical use and commercialization. The program provides young personnel with an opportunity to work and learn at an
organization that is taking part in
industry-academia collaboration so as to Maximum use of the potential of participating universities and enterprises
uilding) produce persons who have broad
knowledge and experience in industrial Research and development of
Human resource development next-generation technologies Exchange of personnel between
Experts in companies, post-doctoral researchers and doctoral students
Entry-level personnel in companies and graduate students

technology development and are ready to
work on the frontline of collaboration.
NEDO Special Courses support
human resource development, personnel
exchange and peripheral studies by using
NEDO technology development projects
led by universities or research on
for the future industry and academia
Offer special courses Adoption of new ideas from industry and students
Use educational functions of universities NEDO R&D Accelerate the industrial application of
● Provide curriculums that are focused on the technological seeds held by universities
projects Research funds are allocated to new research themes after
industrial application of core project technologies
● Lectures on scientific approaches by project leaders, etc. (core projects) review by project leaders and NEDO. Prospective themes
● Lectures on industrial application approaches
or technology may be adopted as a subtheme in any relevant project.
by researchers of enterprises, etc.
management
● Search for derivative technologies
● Lectures by experts in MOT, intellectual property ● Facilitate integration of different technology areas
and management ● Seek industrial applications

technology management. On the basis of ● Coordination with related courses of other universities

such projects and research, NEDO is Centered around NEDO projects, a wider and more
in-depth network of young, midlevel and veteran
able to offer lectures and seminars as well researchers is formed, facilitating communication and
exchange among personnel of industry and academia
as training programs in peripheral
research to persons from various fields of
industry and academia. Support for Spread of technologies and
establishing networks of researchers and personnel in all directions
engineers is also provided.

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 Background Information
Designation Incorporated Administrative Agency New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization Executiv
Business name: New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO)

Foundation Originally established as a semi-governmental organization on October 1, 1980; reorganized as an Incorpo-

rated Administrative Agency on October 1, 2003

History October 1980 New Energy Development Organization established under the Law Concerning the
Promotion of the Development and Introduction of Alternative Energy
October 1988 Reorganized and industrial technology R&D added; name changed to New Energy and
Industrial Technology Development Organization Organiza
December 2002 Incorporated Administrative Agency New Energy and Industrial Technology Develop-
ment Organization Law enacted and promulgated
October 2003 Incorporated Administrative Agency New Energy and Industrial Technology Develop-
ment Organization established

Purpose NEDO conducts various activities focusing on research and development related to oil-alternative energy
technology, technology for the efficient use of energy, and industrial technology. Its programs and projects
include promotion of private sector participation in national technology development projects, support for

General Affairs and Policy Planning Department

Personnel Affairs Department

the private sector to pursue its own research and development efforts and dissemination of newly developed
technology. All of these activities are carried out in a concerted and internationally coordinated manner. By
facilitating the practical application and commercialization of advanced new technology, NEDO endeavors
to ensure a stable and efficient supply of energy under fluctuating domestic and international socio-
economic conditions and to assist in the development of Japan’s economy and industry. At the same time,
NEDO strives to contribute to the fulfillment of Japan’s Kyoto Protocol commitment without overly
restricting energy use and industrial activities in Japan through, for example, obtaining emission credits via
the Kyoto Mechanisms.

Primary 1. Development and promotion of new energy and energy conservation technologies
activities 2. Development of industrial technology Address
3. Acquisition of emission reduction credits through the Kyoto Mechanisms
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laws Development Organization Law Tel: +81-44
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Personnel About 1,000 (as of April 1, 2009) Branch O

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Budget Approximately 234.7 billion yen (FY2009) North 3
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In addition to the above, NEDO launched the Kyoto Mechanisms Credit Acquisition Program in FY2006. ●Europe
(5.4 billion yen for FY2006, 12.9 billion yen for FY2007, 30.8 billion yen for FY2008 and 43.3 billion yen for FY2009) 10, rue d
500 Supplementary budget: Paris, Fra
Tel: +33-
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nization Executives (as of October 1, 2009)
Chairman Mr. Seiji Murata
President Mr. Takefumi Fukumizu
n Incorpo- Executive Director Mr. Takeshi Furutani Executive Director Mr. Kazuaki Koizawa
Executive Director Mr. Sadao Wasaka Executive Director Mr. Akira Uehara
Executive Director Mr. Fumio Ueda
erning the Auditor Mr. Tsunenori Tokumoto Auditor Mr. Michiharu Watanabe

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Organization (as of October 1, 2009)
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Chairman Auditors
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General Affairs and Policy Planning Department

Personnel Affairs Department

Accounting Department

Inspection and Operational Management Department

Assets Management Department

Information and Systems Department

Project Evaluation Department

Research and Development Promotion Department

Electronic and Information Technology Development Department

Nanotechnology and Materials Technology Development Department

Biotechnology and Medical Technology Development Department

Machinery System Technology Development Department

Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Technology Development Department

Energy and Environment Policy Department

New Energy Technology Development Department

Energy Conservation Technology Development Department

Environment Technology Development Department

Kyoto Mechanisms Promotion Department

Clean Coal Projects Department

Branch Offices (Hokkaido, Kansai, Kyushu)

Overseas Offices Bangkok-Jakarta

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North 33 Building, 8F, 3-1-47 Umeda Dai Building, 16F, 3-3-10 Taihaku Center Building, 10F, 2-19-24
Kita-sanjo-nishi, Chuo-ku Sapporo, Umeda, Kita-ku Hakataeki-mae, Hakata-ku
Hokkaido 060-0003 Japan Osaka 530-0001 Japan Fukuoka 812-0011 Japan
Tel: +81-11-281-3355 Tel: +81-6-4306-5020 Tel: +81-92-411-7831
Fax: +81-11-221-4349 Fax: +81-6-6344-4575 Fax: +81-92-471-6975

Overseas Offices
●Washington ●Beijing ●Bangkok
2000 L Street, N.W., Suite 605, Beijing Cofco Plaza B-Tower 8F Unit 10, 8th Floor, Sindhorn Building Tower 2,
Washington, D.C. 20036, U.S.A. No. 8 Jianguomennei Dajie Beijing 130-132 Wittayu Road, Lumphini,
Tel: +1-202-822-9298 100005, P.R. China Pathumwan,
Fax: +1-202-822-9289 Tel: +86-10-6526-3510 Bangkok 10330, Thailand
FY2006. ●Europe Fax: +86-10-6526-3513 Tel: +66-2-256-6725
billion yen for FY2009) 10, rue de la Paix 75002 ●New Delhi Fax: +66-2-256-6727
Paris, France 7th Floor, Hotel Le Meridien NEDO Jakarta Liaison
Tel: +33-1-44-50-18-28 Commercial Tower 10th Floor, SUMMITMAS1,
Fax: +33-1-44-50-18-29 Raisina Road Jalan Jenderal Sudirman,
New Delhi 110001 India Kav. 61-62, Jakarta 12190, Indonesia
Square de Meeûs, 37 1000
Tel: +91-11-4351-0101 Tel: +62-21-252-3480
Brussels Belgium
Fax: +91-11-4351-0102 Fax: +62-21-252-3478
Tel: +32-2-791-7705
Fax: +32-2-791-7900

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 Pro
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New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization

MUZA Kawasaki Central Tower, 1310 Omiya-cho, Saiwai-ku
Kawasaki City, Kanagawa 212-8554 JAPAN
Tel: +81-44-520-5100 Fax: +81-44-520-5103
URL: http://www.nedo.go.jp Oct. 2009 (3rd Edition)

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