The 2025 Japan Smart Energy Week officially kicked off on February 19 at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan. As Asia's largest and most comprehensive smart and renewable energy exhibition, the event attracts numerous energy-related enterprises worldwide, showcasing the latest trends in energy technology. Ming Chi University of Technology (MCUT) has taken the lead in inviting Taiwan Tech, National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU), and Chang Gung University (CGU) to participate in this prestigious event for the first time, making them the only university exhibitors from Taiwan. The exhibition highlights cutting-edge research and innovations in solid-state batteries, perovskite solar cells, hydrogen energy, and ceramic materials, fostering a crucial exchange platform between academia and industry.

MCUT's showcased diverse and innovative technologies, featuring notable contributions from its faculty:

• Dr. Chun-Cheng Yang and Dr. Yi-Hsuan Wu from the Green Energy Center – High-energy density, low-cost, and high-safety solid-state lithium batteries.
• Dr. Yu-Ching Huang from the Department of Materials Science – Perovskite compounds with multi-cation doping and perovskite solar cells.
• Dr. Ying-Cheng Lee from the Department of Chemical Engineering – PEM water electrolysis hydrogen production technology for CCM manufacturing.
• Dr. Kuei-Chih Feng from the Department of Mechanical Engineering – Dual-layer low-temperature co-fired ceramic (LTCC) patch antennas.

Additionally, contributions from partner universities include:

• Dr. Cheng-Chien Kuo from the Department of Electrical Engineering, Taiwan Tech – Microgrid energy storage systems.
• Dr. Yi-Feng Lo from the Institute of AI Cross-Domain Technology, Taiwan Tech – Multi-level fault detection system for lithium-ion battery modules.
• Dr. Wei-Jen Chen from the Vehicle and Energy Engineering Program, NTNU – Dehumidifier humidity compensation technology.
• Dr. Ching-Hsun Chen and Dr. Kuang-Wei Cheng from the Center for Sustainable Development and Energy Technology, CGU – Self-heating rapid hydrogen production and waste recycling technology; high-efficiency CO₂-to-methane conversion technology.

These groundbreaking innovations have received enthusiastic responses from industry leaders.

During the exhibition, MCUT’s booth attracted major Japanese corporations, including Mitsubishi Chemical, HONDA, and JPower, as well as European companies such as SolarGap and KELLER. The discussions focused on perovskite solar cells, solid-state batteries, and advanced material development, exploring potential collaborations for future technological advancements.

In recent years, the Industry-Academia Collaboration Development Center at MCUT has actively promoted international exhibition exposure, inviting faculty from MCUT and partner universities to engage directly with global industry leaders. Beyond showcasing the latest energy technologies, MCUT is committed to expanding international industry connections and collaborations.

The university emphasized that such international exhibitions play a crucial role in the practical application of smart energy technologies, accelerating the commercialization of academic research and meeting the ever-evolving demands of the global energy market.

Source: Industry-University Cooperation Center