By utilizing the forests that account for approximately 70% of the town's area, Urahoro Town promotes the installation of wood pellet stoves in order to utilize local timber toward reducing CO2 emissions by replacing fossil fuels and establishing a regional resource circulation system. This contributes to preventing global warming and reducing the environmental impact, while promoting the development of an environmentally friendly town.
Hokkaido Urahoro Town: Wood Pellet Stove Installation Support Subsidy (Fiscal Year 2026)
September 14, 2026
Summary
Urahoro Town supports the installation of wood pellet stoves to utilize local timber, reduce CO2 emissions, and lower environmental impacts. Corporations and individuals may be eligible.
Key Information
| Location | Urahoro Town, Hokkaido |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Ongoing – Feb 10, 2027 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥150,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 1/2; if purchased from a business in the town, an additional ¥50,000 in Hamanasu shopping vouchers is provided |
| Purpose | Regional revitalization and community development / capital investment / environment |
| Eligible Expenses | Equipment purchase costs |
| Eligible Applicants | Corporations / individuals |
| Implementing Agency | Urahoro Town |
| Official Page | https://www.urahoro.jp/business/?content=610 |