Mumbai, Aug 12: TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co. Ltd., announced an investment in CLEAN PLANET Inc., a company engaged in the research and development of its proprietary Quantum Hydrogen Energy technology.
The investment represents a strategic initiative to explore collaboration between TANAKA‘s long-established expertise in precious metal materials technologies and CLEAN PLANET‘s proprietary Quantum Hydrogen Energy technology, an emerging next-generation energy technology expected to contribute to the realization of a carbon-neutral future. By leveraging their respective strengths, the two companies aim to create new technologies and deliver new values.
Background of the Investment
As global efforts toward carbon neutrality continue to accelerate, expectations are growing not only for renewable energy but also for next-generation energy technologies capable of providing a stable and sustainable energy supply. Research and investment in these fields are expanding worldwide, particularly among startups, as efforts toward future commercialization continue to advance.
Throughout its history, TANAKA has contributed to innovation across a wide range of industries through its advanced precious metal materials technologies. Guided by TANAKA`s long-term vision toward its 200th anniversary in 2085, the Group continues to pursue new technologies and industries that contribute to the future of both humanity and the planet.
This investment forms part of that long-term vision. By supporting innovation in the next-generation energy field, TANAKA aims to deepen its technological expertise while exploring future applications for advanced materials technologies.
Future Collaboration
Going forward, TANAKA will leverage this investment to further strengthen its engagement with advanced energy technologies while leveraging its expertise in surface engineering, analytical and evaluation technologies, and other materials-related capabilities to support future materials innovation and technology development.
The company will also explore potential synergies between CLEAN PLANET‘s Quantum Hydrogen Energy technology and TANAKA‘s materials technologies with the aim of enhancing technological performance and reliability, while identifying opportunities for new products and services.
Building on its long-standing expertise as a leading precious metals company, TANAKA will continue to create new value through advanced materials technologies, contributing to decarbonization and the realization of a more sustainable society.
Kazuharu Yoshida, Managing Corporate Officer, People & Culture Design Division CPCO, TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.
Achieving a sustainable society requires innovative technological challenges, supported by robust materials technology and strong partnerships. Quantum Hydrogen Energy (QHe), developed by CLEAN PLANET, represents a pioneering initiative in the field of next-generation energy. Through this investment, we will build on the expertise and experience we have cultivated over many years in maximizing the unique properties and value of precious metals, contributing to the creation of new value and a more sustainable society.
Hideki Yoshino, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), CLEAN PLANET Inc.
We are honored to receive investment from TANAKA, a global leader in precious metal materials technologies. Quantum Hydrogen Energy (QHe) is an innovative technology with the potential to transform the way energy is generated and used while making a significant contribution to a sustainable society. Realizing this vision requires the integration of cutting-edge energy technologies with world-class materials and manufacturing technologies. We believe this partnership represents an important step toward making that future a reality.