FY2026 Subsidy for Projects to Curb Carbon Dioxide Emissions: Projects to Promote the Use of Hydrogen from Renewable Energy and Other Sources in Local Communities

October 8, 2026

Summary

This program subsidizes part of the costs of introducing hydrogen-powered autonomous, decentralized energy systems and equipment such as hydrogen boilers and high-efficiency fuel cells. It aims to expand renewable energy use and help reduce energy-origin carbon dioxide emissions.

Key Information

Opening Status Open for Applications
Application Period Jun 22, 2026 – Oct 30, 2026
Max Subsidy Amount ¥300,000,000
Subsidy Rate 1/2・2/3
Purpose Capital investment / renewable energy and energy storage / crime prevention, disaster prevention, and BCP
Eligible Expenses Equipment purchase costs / construction costs
Eligible Applicants Independent administrative agencies / sole proprietors / cooperatives and organizations, etc. / corporations / incorporated associations and incorporated foundations
Implementing Agency Hokkaido Environmental Foundation
Official Page https://www.heco-hojo.jp/yR08/suisoj/competition.html

The purpose of this program is to promote the expanded introduction of renewable energy and thereby contribute to the reduction of energy-origin carbon dioxide emissions by subsidizing part of the costs of introducing hydrogen-powered autonomous, decentralized energy systems and equipment and machinery such as hydrogen boilers and high-efficiency fuel cells that will lead to increased demand for hydrogen.