The challenges that we face in this century include problems of food, the environment, and energy. In particular in the energy field, in addition to economic growth and environmental protection, measures to combat risks resulting from international competition, disasters, and other factors are essential. The history of humanity can be described as the history of obtaining energy, and this also means that there can be no breakthrough in any other area unless the energy problems are resolved.
"Smart City" is a concept for next-generation energy and societal systems.
Under this concept, the main source of electrical power will shift to solar and other renewable forms of energy; integrated management of all energy including heat and unused energy will be conducted for each region with extensive use of ICT (Information and Communication Technology); and the efficiency of energy use will be increased.
It is a concept that aims to resolve the problems of fossil fuel depletion and global warming.
KIKUSUI PRINCIPLES.
As a specialist manufacturer of electronic measurement instruments and power supply equipment, Kikusui is supported by a strong foundation of electronics technologies developed over more than 60 years. Our company's strengths include multi-perspective insight into power electronics and measurement. These technologies and perspectives are among the key technologies that support the "Smart City" concept. From our current position as experts in measurement and power supplies, Kikusui is prepared to make dramatic advances that will take us to the next stage.
The business of Kikusui mirrors the growth of technologies in the environmental and new energy (= electronics) fields. Electronic measurement instruments and power supply equipment are essential components for electronics technologies. Our company is active wherever there is R&D or production of electrical or electronic devices and equipment. The Kikusui Group is investing business resources in "growth markets (= markets related to Smart Cities)" where new demand is expected, while also retaining our firm position in "stable markets (= safety-related (standard testing) and other fields)" that are supported by replacement demand.
In relation to Smart Cities, we are active in distributed power generation including solar power, wind power, and fuel cells; EMS (Energy Management Systems); next-generation automobiles such as EV, HV, and PHV; as well as energy-saving appliances and other environmental and new energy fields. We carry out product development targeting a broad range of devices, equipment testing, and production equipment related to these fields. We have also entered the market of quick chargers for electric vehicles (EV) where future growth is expected. In addition, we are carrying out development of key EMS-related devices. Kikusui will continue to be actively involved in new business areas where our measurement and power technologies can be put to productive use.