R2B+P Strategy
Solution Provider
Solutions Generated by R2B+P
Kaneka provides solutions to the challenges facing customers and society.
Across diverse fields such as the environment and energy, food, and wellness, we will create sustainable value and shape the future together through our “Make it Real” philosophy, which leverages science and technology.
As a partner in solving challenges, we will continue to implement valuable solutions on a global scale.
Green Innovation through the Fusion of Research and Manufacturing
Development of practical technologies for perovskite solar cells and development of direct polymer synthesis technology by microorganisms from CO2
Our life science solutions, which utilize cutting-edge technology to promote the health of the global environment and all living things, align with society’s growing needs, and there is a strong desire for their swift implementation. By leveraging government support and other resources, we are accelerating the implementation of our solutions by integrating research focused on business perspectives with manufacturing capabilities designed to maximize value from the customer’s standpoint.
Implementation of Perovskite Solar Cells
Perovskite tandem solar cells consist of a perovskite solar cell stacked on top of a heterojunction crystalline silicon solar cell; by absorbing light of different wavelengths, they achieve a higher conversion efficiency than a heterojunction crystalline silicon solar cell alone.
We are developing products that combine high efficiency with high durability and have begun field trials for their implementation in residential and commercial buildings.
Residential roof tile-integrated perovskite tandem solar modules
This research and development is being conducted with the support of NEDO under the Green Innovation Fund Project for “Manufacturing Technology and Demonstration of Next-Generation Tandem Solar Cells.”
Diversification of Green Planet™ Materials
To reduce fossil fuel consumption caused by the use of single-use plastics and establish a circular economy, we are developing and demonstrating technologies that utilize waste cooking oil as a raw material. Furthermore, with the aim of reducing environmental impact, we are developing technology that uses carbon dioxide directly as a raw material instead of vegetable oil.
New building for this research project
(Green Innovation Center)
This research and development is conducted with the support of NEDO under its Green Innovation Fund project, “Promotion of Carbon Recycling Using CO2 from Biomanufacturing Technology as a Direct Raw Material.”
Creating Solutions through the Creative Combination of Products and Services
Establishing a regional circulating symbiotic urban energy model through ZEH and onsite PPA
In November 2025, the regional circulating symbiotic urban energy model proposed by Takasago Construction Co., Ltd. and Kaneka was selected for Saitama City’s Decarbonized District Development Project.
This model is a new solution that creates a 100% renewable energy, carbon-neutral neighborhood by combining ZEH (Zero-Energy House) built using our SC method (*1) with electricity supplied through an onsite PPA (*2).
In addition, by combining onsite PPAs with large-scale battery storage systems, we are expanding our offerings to include regional microgrid projects that balance decarbonization with economic efficiency.
Kaneka will provide new solutions by developing and combining proprietary products, including solar cells and residential insulation materials.
Concept of a regional circulating symbiotic urban energy model
*1SC method: Solar Circuit method
*2Onsite PPA (Power Purchase Agreement): A contractual arrangement in which a third party installs solar power generation equipment on a company’s premises, and the company purchases the electricity generated.
