A new ‘Field Test Project on Advanced Photovoltaic Power Generation Technology’ commenced in FY 2003. 157 projects with a total capacity of 4 820 kW were selected, with the objective of investigating and developing new modules, building integration products and control systems, and of encouraging overall system efficiency improvements. Separately, The Renewable Portfolio Standard Law came into effect on April 1st. The law places an obligation on electricity retailers to match an increasing proportion of their sales with electricity from ‘new energy sources’. The target for new energy use in 2010 is 12 200 GWh, 1,35% of Japan’s total electricity supply.

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