Case Studies
From early-stage BESS development assessments to renewable energy acquisitions and sales, and support for international companies entering Japan, these examples illustrate how GEC helps clients move projects forward.

CASE 01
Early-Stage Development Assessment for Utility-Scale BESS
Client: International renewable energy developer
Services: Advisory / Project Origination Support
Supported the initial assessment of potential extra-high-voltage BESS development sites in Japan by gathering and reviewing information on land, surrounding grid infrastructure and preliminary layout considerations.
Scope of Support
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Initial site assessment and identification of surrounding land
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Research into surrounding grid and substation infrastructure and preparation of findings
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Information gathering and advisory for preliminary layout assessment

CASE 02
Solar Project Acquisition Support
Client: Japanese renewable energy company
Services: Transaction Support
Acted as buy-side adviser on multiple solar projects in Japan, supporting acquisition assessment through signing and closing. Reviewed project-specific rights, permits and contractual terms, and coordinated discussions with sellers.
Scope of Support
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Reviewing project information and identifying key acquisition considerations
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Coordinating with sellers and reviewing transaction terms
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Supporting the practical steps required for signing and closing

CASE 03
Solar Project Sale Support
Client: Japanese project owner
Services: Transaction Support
Acted as sell-side adviser, supporting the preparation of project materials and communications with prospective buyers. Organised information for buyer assessment and supported Q&A and discussions on transaction terms.
Scope of Support
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Preparing project summaries and organising the data room
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Coordinating communications and Q&A with prospective buyers
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Reviewing transaction terms and supporting the contract review process

CASE 04
Japan Market Entry and Transaction Execution Support
Client: International company
Services: Project Origination Support / Transaction Support / Execution Support
Provided ongoing support for an international company establishing a new business in Japan, covering site identification and acquisition, coordination with local counterparties and refinement of the business plan.
Scope of Support
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Identifying and assessing sites and supporting negotiations with landowners
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Clarifying acquisition terms and supporting the land purchase process
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Coordinating with relevant counterparties and helping develop the business plan

CASE 05
Solar Project Technical and Commercial Review
Client: Japanese and international renewable energy companies
Services: Advisory
Prepared PVsyst energy yield simulations and reviewed design assumptions to support solar project acquisition and development assessments. Clarified technical assumptions and risks to inform commercial decisions.
Scope of Support
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Preparing energy yield simulations using PVsyst
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Reviewing design and simulation assumptions and identifying technical risks
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Summarising key considerations for investment and development decisions
