This program will provide subsidies for part of the expenses required for projects introducing decarbonized natural refrigerant equipment used in refrigerated and frozen warehouses and food manufacturing plants, as well as showcases and other decarbonized natural refrigerant equipment at food retail stores.
FY2026 Program to Promote Fluorocarbon-Free, Decarbonized Refrigeration Equipment Supporting the Cold Chain (Fall Application)
October 14, 2026
Summary
This program subsidizes part of the costs of introducing decarbonized natural refrigerant equipment at refrigerated and frozen warehouses, food manufacturing plants, and food retail stores.
Key Information
| Opening Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| Application Period | Sep 14, 2026 – Oct 13, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥500,000,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 1/3 (1/2 depending on requirements); the maximum for franchise-format convenience stores is ¥250,000,000 |
| Purpose | Capital investment, Energy conservation, Environment |
| Eligible Expenses | Expert honoraria, Communication and transportation expenses, Travel expenses, Machinery and equipment expenses, Outsourcing expenses, Rental fees, Equipment purchase expenses, Insurance premiums, etc., Personnel expenses, Construction expenses, Equipment expenses, Consumables expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized enterprises, Sole proprietors, Large enterprises, Cooperatives and organizations |
| Implementing Agency | General Incorporated Foundation Japan Refrigerants and Environmental Conservation Organization |
| Official Page | https://www.jreco.or.jp/koubo_env.html |