We are pleased to announce the completion of the installation of solar panels and storage batteries at our clubhouse, further promoting local production and consumption of energy in the region.
Through this initiative, Kashima Antlers aims to contribute to Japan's decarbonization trend and serve as a regional energy supply hub during disasters.
Background to the Introduction: Establishing a Sustainability Model Utilizing Local Resources
This introduction is part of the club's energy local production and consumption model, which started in 2025 (※1). To advance this model to the next stage, we utilized the "J.League Regional Renewable Energy Grant System," newly established in 2024, and collaborated with our club partner, TG Octopus Energy Co., Ltd., to realize this initiative.※1 Announcement of the start of green energy utilization at 5 club-related facilities, including Mercari Stadium
■Leveraging Regional Characteristics and Contributing to Decarbonization Goals
As the government aims to achieve a renewable energy target of approximately 40-50% by fiscal year 2040 (※2), this introduction demonstrates a concrete, community-rooted action toward achieving that goal. A solar power generation system with a maximum output of 95kW and a large-capacity storage battery have been installed at the clubhouse. By maximizing the regional characteristics of Ibaraki Prefecture, which is blessed with favorable sunshine conditions and high potential for solar power generation (※3), we aim to self-consume approximately 20% of the clubhouse's annual electricity usage. This initiative is also expected to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 60 tons annually.
※2 Agency for Natural Resources and Energy "7th Strategic Energy Plan"
※3 Statistics Bureau of Japan, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications "Prefectures in Figures 2025"
■BCP (Business Continuity Plan) and Regional Resilience: An Energy Hub Supporting Safety
By combining self-generated electricity from solar panels with storage batteries, we will establish a "self-reliant distributed energy" system at the clubhouse that generates and uses energy on-site, aiming for true local production and consumption. The introduction of storage batteries also secures a power supply source during emergencies such as earthquakes or power outages, contributing to the club's stable operations and BCP. Furthermore, it is expected to serve as one of the regional energy hubs during disasters.
Clubhouse Energy Management and "Visualization"
In conjunction with the installation of solar panels and storage batteries, Kashima Antlers has implemented an electricity "visualization" system at the clubhouse.
Real-time display example of the clubhouse electricity "visualization" monitor
This allows real-time data such as power generation, self-consumption, and battery storage status to be viewed on a monitor, enabling top team players and staff to be aware of their daily electricity usage, making it an important tool for promoting energy-saving actions.
By thoroughly managing energy with a data-driven approach, we will support the achievement of our target self-consumption rate of approximately 20%.
Future Outlook: Towards a Model Case Leading Sustainability in the Sports World
This initiative, utilizing the J.League grant system, demonstrates the club's commitment to social responsibility in the local community and its contribution to a sustainable future. By making the clubhouse a model facility for "energy creation, storage, and saving," we will also contribute to promoting sustainability awareness throughout the region.Kashima Antlers aims to become a leader in promoting sustainability throughout the J.League, including through this initiative, with an eye on "Sports Positive Leagues," an international environmental evaluation index that the J.League plans to participate in from fiscal year 2026. Moving forward, we will continue our environmental activities in line with the J.League's vision, together with the community, our partners, and our fans and supporters, to contribute to the realization of a sustainable local community.