Joining the Energy Storage System Diagnostic and Utilization Network Alliance

September 1, 2026

We are pleased to announce our participation in the "Energy Storage System Diagnostic and Utilization Network Alliance (abbreviated as: Energy Storage System Alliance)" organized by the Osaka Science and Technology Center.

 

This alliance has begun its activities with the aim of building a new common foundation for diagnosis, evaluation, and utilization by creating a platform that brings together stakeholders from various fields, including "providers" (manufacturers, diagnostic service providers) and "users" (users) of battery diagnostics, as well as government agencies and research institutions.

 

Our company aims to realize a circular economy for lithium-ion batteries, and through our circular logistics solution "LiBerth," we provide safe and secure logistics functions for lithium-ion batteries.

Battery diagnostics enhance safety in the logistics of lithium-ion batteries. We believe this has the potential to create new roles for logistics, and as a "user," we are participating in this alliance as a managing member.

 

The first meeting of the Energy Storage System Diagnostic and Utilization Network Alliance (abbreviated as: Energy Storage System Diagnostic Alliance)* was held on Friday, August 21st, at 2:30 PM in the large hall on the 8th floor of the Osaka Science and Technology Center Building.

Meeting Contents

Part 1

Introduction to the operations and secretariat of the Chiropractic Alliance and explanation of the annual plan.

Part 2

  • Strategies for the Battery and Power Supply Industry
    Speaker: Kentaro Kuratani, Senior Specialist, Battery Industry Division, Commerce and Information Policy Bureau, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

  • Safety Guidelines for Battery Storage Systems for Public Procurement and Critical Infrastructure
    Speaker: Makoto Kojima, Director, Battery Safety Evaluation Center, National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE)

Part 3

Panel session

"Understanding LiB Batteries and Battery Diagnostics from the Perspective of On-Site Needs of Battery Users"
Facilitator: Chairman Tatsumi | Advisor, Japan Electrical Safety & Environment Technology Laboratories

Panelists: Mr. Yokoshima | Nagoya University, Mr. Morita | Toshiba, Mr. Mikami | Nuvoton Technology Japan, Mr. Kawakami | Enax, Mr. Kuwahara | Osaka Gas,

Tahara | Nissin

In the panel session, Tahara from the Logistics LABO Department took the stage as a panelist, representing the user's perspective on battery diagnostic technology and services. He posed practical questions regarding safety in the collection, delivery, storage, and related operations of lithium-ion batteries, such as how safety standards should be established and implemented at the field level. In response, experts and service providers suggested the importance of a multi-layered approach that combines the perception of danger through human senses with detection using battery diagnostic technology. The panel session saw numerous questions and suggestions from the audience, resulting in a lively discussion.

 

The next meeting, the second in the series, is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13th. The discussion will focus on "evaluation and diagnostic services and criteria (thresholds) from a user's perspective," incorporating examples of battery-related accidents, troubles, and risks.

Background and purpose of establishment

In order for Japan to maintain and develop its competitiveness in the battery industry, it is an urgent task to adopt a perspective of creating new value, rather than simply focusing on developing new batteries or expanding production in volume.

To promote the "transition to a circular economy in the battery market," this alliance was established to bring together companies and organizations in the industry, from manufacturers to users, covering all upstream and downstream processes. It serves as a platform for accumulating practical, reliable battery diagnostics, lifespan predictions, and usage knowledge, fostering cross-industry shared understanding, and facilitating partner search and personnel training, ultimately creating a win-win environment across industrial sectors and levels related to energy storage systems.

Furthermore, our company serves as a managing member of this alliance.

Benefits of participation

  • Early understanding and indirect involvement in national system and standardization trends

  • In-depth analysis of existing standards (IEC, JIS, JEAC, etc.) regarding battery safety, risks, and lifespan.

  • Participation in discussions on evaluation and diagnostic service standards (thresholds)

  • Comparing the capabilities of diagnostic technologies and obtaining benchmark information

  • Discussion on "legal compliance, on-site environment improvement, and human resource development" required when conducting battery diagnostics.

  • Building cross-industry networks and creating new businesses and demonstration projects.

Promotion system/composition

Chairperson

Kuniaki Tatsumi | Advisor, Japan Electrical Safety & Environment Technology Laboratories

Vice Chair

Yoshiharu Uchimoto | Professor, Department of Human and Environmental Studies, Graduate School of Human and Environmental Studies, Kyoto University

observer

Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry; Ministry of the Environment; Kinki Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry; National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST); New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO); National Institute of Technology and Evaluation; Osaka Industrial Technology Research Institute; Electrical Safety and Environment Research Institute; Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry;Japan Automobile Research Institute (Public Interest Incorporated Foundation), Japan Battery Industry Association (General Incorporated Association), Battery Supply Chain Council (General Incorporated Association)

Secretariat

Osaka Science and Technology Center (General Incorporated Foundation)

Secretary

Enax Co., Ltd., Osaka Gas Co., Ltd., Nissin Co., Ltd., Nuvoton Technology Japan Co., Ltd., and the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE) Total: 5 companies and organizations (as of August 2026)

cooperation

Kansai Economic Federation (Public Interest Incorporated Association)

Information site

 

[Contact information regarding this matter]

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