Overview
Our client sought to undertake a Japan offshore wind spatial analysis – a marine spatial planning exercise covering Japan’s sea areas. It would serve as a decision-making tool for the Japanese Government and industry.
We worked in partnership with Mitsubishi Research Institute (MRI) to developed assumptions for 2040 and 2050. We applied these to our proprietary levelised cost of energy (LCOE)models, adapted for the characteristics of the Japanese market. The resulting cost maps revealed the spatial variation in offshore wind competitiveness across Japanese waters. These created a foundation for more targeted national marine planning in the future.
Key challenges
- LLack of existing national spatial framework
- Diverse stakeholder needs
- Adapting models to local context
- Long-term scenario planning
Key impact
- The Japan offshore wind spatial analysis Identified spatially optimal offshore wind areas
- Provided Japan’s offshore wind sector with a foundational planning tool
- Enabled economic prioritisation of development
- Laid groundwork for national marine spatial planning
- Strengthened collaboration between international and domestic expertise
BVGA team

Bruce Valpy

Charlie Boal

Patrick Whelan

