Chubu Electric Power
Japanese energy company founded in 1951, active in generation, renewables, nuclear and grid services, which invests directly in energy-technology startups through an internal venture program.
Chubu Electric Power, founded in 1951 and headquartered in Nagoya, Aichi, is a Japanese energy company that generates and supplies electricity and develops energy and community services. The company operates an internal corporate venture program and invests directly in startups working on energy and related technologies. Investment activity sits within the broader Chubu Electric Power Group collaboration model, which links the utility's operating businesses with its portfolio companies.
Its generating portfolio spans hydroelectric, wind, solar and biomass assets alongside nuclear power generation, with electricity transmission and distribution forming a further core line of business. Overseas projects extend the group's footprint beyond Japan. Technical areas of interest reflected across the business and its investment activity include energy generation, renewable energy, energy management, connected-home technology, data utilization services, and transmission and distribution.
Beyond generation and supply, the company offers energy management services, connected-home initiatives, data utilization services and healthcare-related projects as part of its community services. Industry verticals covered include energy and utilities, renewable energy, nuclear power, infrastructure services, healthcare and smart home. Decarbonization and renewable energy development are stated priorities, alongside community-oriented infrastructure services supporting local areas.