Providing Energy for the Pursuit of Happiness
Providing Energy for the Pursuit of Happiness
Policy
Electrical supply and power sources serve as the foundation for convenient, comfortable, safe, and secure lifestyles, which is why securing these has become an indispensable part of contemporary society. With a focus on building a better world through electricity, Panasonic Energy genuinely confronts the environmental issues being faced throughout the world, and continues to undertake the further challenge of engaging in businesses centered on batteries to realize a society in which enriched lifestyles and a sustainable environment are harmonized free of conflict.
As an example of these efforts, we support safe, secure social infrastructure that remains active even in the event of disasters and other emergencies, and contribute to sustainable urban development with the inclusion of disaster prevention. In addition, we contribute to solutions for hunger and poverty by supplying energy to regions without electricity. To enable these efforts, we will continue to undertake the challenge of developing world-first and one-of-a-kind technologies, and to encourage innovation.
Policy
Electrical supply and power sources serve as the foundation for convenient, comfortable, safe, and secure lifestyles, which is why securing these has become an indispensable part of contemporary society. With a focus on building a better world through electricity, Panasonic Energy genuinely confronts the environmental issues being faced throughout the world, and continues to undertake the further challenge of engaging in businesses centered on batteries to realize a society in which enriched lifestyles and a sustainable environment are harmonized free of conflict.
As an example of these efforts, we support safe, secure social infrastructure that remains active even in the event of disasters and other emergencies, and contribute to sustainable urban development with the inclusion of disaster prevention. In addition, we contribute to solutions for hunger and poverty by supplying energy to regions without electricity. To enable these efforts, we will continue to undertake the challenge of developing world-first and one-of-a-kind technologies, and to encourage innovation.
Social contribution through business activities
We also contribute to the happiness of people’s lives in a wide range of fields. The Energy Solutions Business Division provides high-quality, high-capacity Li-ion batteries and storage battery systems for stationary power sources, which are used as data center power sources that enable stable operations 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and as home storage batteries that support the efficient use of electric power. In addition, these batteries have also been used for various healthcare devices that assist in aspects of medicine and everyday life requiring stable operations. In this way, these products support social infrastructure, and contribute to the expansion of clean energy and to lasting health for people.
The Energy Device Business Division provides high durability, high reliability batteries as power sources for automobile tire air pressure sensors and emergency hotlines, which help deliver peace-of-mind for mobility. Moreover, the Division’s dry batteries go beyond serving as more than common daily necessities as they play an important role in supporting lifelines as reserve stocks in the event of an emergency. Social contributions made through these businesses are supported by technological developments that pursue safety and security. For example, we achieve high-quality for our Li-ion batteries by employing safety technologies that rely on separators with high heat resistance, as well as by implementing uncompromising control of manufacturing processes through the establishment of strict design control standards. In addition, we enable long storage lives for our dry batteries using our proprietary “battery leakage preventing manufacturing process Ag+,” which utilizes a silver compound for the cathode materials. We will continue to provide the driving force for the advancement of society through tireless technological evolution.
Social contribution through business activities
We also contribute to the happiness of people’s lives in a wide range of fields. The Energy Solutions Business Division provides high-quality, high-capacity Li-ion batteries and storage battery systems for stationary power sources, which are used as data center power sources that enable stable operations 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and as home storage batteries that support the efficient use of electric power. In addition, these batteries have also been used for various healthcare devices that assist in aspects of medicine and everyday life requiring stable operations. In this way, these products support social infrastructure, and contribute to the expansion of clean energy and to lasting health for people.
The Energy Device Business Division provides high durability, high reliability batteries as power sources for automobile tire air pressure sensors and emergency hotlines, which help deliver peace-of-mind for mobility. Moreover, the Division’s dry batteries go beyond serving as more than common daily necessities as they play an important role in supporting lifelines as reserve stocks in the event of an emergency. Social contributions made through these businesses are supported by technological developments that pursue safety and security. For example, we achieve high-quality for our Li-ion batteries by employing safety technologies that rely on separators with high heat resistance, as well as by implementing uncompromising control of manufacturing processes through the establishment of strict design control standards. In addition, we enable long storage lives for our dry batteries using our proprietary “battery leakage preventing manufacturing process Ag+,” which utilizes a silver compound for the cathode materials. We will continue to provide the driving force for the advancement of society through tireless technological evolution.
Social contribution activities
We engage in a wide range of social contribution activities for the varying challenges and demands of each region and country. In the following pages, we will introduce several examples of our initiatives.
Contributing to safe and secure lifestyles
1. Support for the areas and people affected by the earthquake in central Myanmar
In response to the damage caused by the March 2025 earthquake in central Myanmar, the Panasonic Group* made donations totaling approximately 12 million yen to the nonprofit organization Japan Platform and the Myanmar Red Cross Society. We also donated approximately 900 LED lights and lanterns and approximately 5,800 dry batteries (manganese and alkaline) made by Panasonic Energy as emergency support to Myanmar, which continues to suffer from severe power outages due to the earthquake.
* Panasonic Holdings Corporation, Panasonic Asia Pacific Pte Ltd., Panasonic Singapore, Panasonic Energy (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
2. LIGHT UP THE FUTURE
The Panasonic Group is working as a unified entity on the LIGHT UP THE FUTURE project to illuminate the future of regions without electricity. In collaboration with NGOs, NPOs, international organizations, and various other partners, this project delivers light using renewable energy to local regions, and contributes to the building of a sustainable society free from poverty through support programs.
Through this project and its predecessors, we have delivered a total of nearly 130,000 solar lanterns to 36 countries and regions so far. In fiscal 2025, we donated 2,790 solar lanterns to Thailand, Vietnam, South Sudan, Kenya, and the Philippines using funds collected through cafeteria points from the Employee Benefits System and donations of used books, CDs, DVDs, and other secondhand items.
The light from these solar lanterns also enables learning, medical activities, and manual labor at night, thereby helping to create opportunities for education, health, and higher incomes. Moreover, these reliable light sources also help invigorate family time and community.
Disseminating science and fostering the next generation
1. The “Casa do Leo” (Leo’s House) project
Named after Leo, the alkaline battery mascot, this project on wheels is a social contribution initiative that travels all over Brazil teaching children and families proper battery disposal and the importance of the global environment in a fun way.
Through a playful and hands-on experience, participants learn about different types and sizes of batteries, their components, their manufacturing processes, and the importance of a circular economy. This project is supported by the expertise of Panasonic Brazil, the only alkaline battery factory in Latin America.
The activity also includes a program to collect used dry batteries, accompanied by a social media campaign to encourage community participation.
In just 30 days, more than 3,000 people (including 1,000 children) participated, and more than 3,100 used dry batteries were collected in an appropriate and responsible manner.
Event support vehicle
Scenes of the event
2. STEM education in North America
Our North American sites have been contributing to the dissemination of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) knowledge to a broad cross-section of the local community.
Our efforts so far have been aimed at regional development through the cultivation of STEM human resources. For example, in Reno, where our Nevada Factory is located, we jointly established the Advanced Manufacturing Training Center with Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC).
In 2024, we held two events for approximately 25 students in STEM classes at L.K. Moss Elementary School in Marion County, Georgia.
The events introduced various types of batteries and demonstrated how to make batteries using familiar items, such as lemons and tomatoes, at a level that was easy for elementary school students to understand. The participating students and teachers asked questions about electron flow and conductive materials, and the events generated a great deal of interest in battery making.
By continuing these efforts, we will contribute to the sustainable development of society through the dissemination of science and the nurturing of the next generation.
Scenes of the classroom
3. Quest Education
To support the learning and growth of junior and senior high school students who will lead the next generation, we have continued to participate since fiscal 2023 in the Corporate Access program, a corporate exploration course within the Quest Education exploration learning program offered by Educa & Quest. In this program, students tackle corporate issues and gain firsthand experience of the meaning of work and the power of delivering value to society through dialogue with employees and fieldwork. In fiscal 2025, we presented issues under the theme “Free the world from hidden constraints to achieve happiness in the world” and supported the students exploring this theme of our Company as interns by serving as their mentors. While considering the question of the purpose of a company’s existence, students examine social issues through their own perspective, engage in discussions, and develop potential solutions. Going forward, we will continue to value these opportunities to learn together with future generations.
Overview of Quest Education Activities
4. Technical College /Elementary School Robot Contest
With the aim of fostering the next generation of talent, we have been sponsoring the Technical College Robot Contest and Elementary School Robot Contest since 2023. The Technical College Robot Contest is a nationwide educational event designed to nurture creativity and technical skills under the theme “Think with your own mind, build with your own hands,” where students take on a different challenge each year. The Elementary School Robot Contest offers a beginner-friendly platform where children compete with original robots based on unique ideas and technical skills, providing an opportunity to experience the joy of making things and the power of having dreams. As a sponsor, we support students’ efforts by supplying essential items such as EVOLTA dry cell batteries and “eneloop” rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries. We will continue to encourage young people to pursue their dreams through manufacturing and further contribute to talent development.
Scenes of Robot Contest
5. Battery classes and factory tours
We have contributed to local communities through educational activities on battery types, history, and proper usage. Since 1966, we have hosted battery classes and factory tours as part of an extended learning program for school education.
The On-site battery class began in 1995 at an elementary school in Osaka Prefecture. As the program expanded the areas to visit, we launched the Online Battery Class in 2002 to reach more children, and celebrated its 20th anniversary in September 2022.
At the factory tour, visitors come to the Nishikinohama Factory, where dry batteries are manufactured, and get a close-up look at the production process. The program includes a hands-on battery-making class and a tour of the exhibition room, offering a firsthand experience of a manufacturing site.
To date, more than 200,000 people have participated in the On-site battery class, and over one million have joined the factory tour.
On-site battery class
Online battery class
6. Battery Education Academy
Through our website, we host a Battery Education Academy for all to learn about batteries and their close connections with everyday life. The site provides easy-to-understand explanations regarding experiment methods for making batteries from everyday objects, as well as knowledge on using batteries safely. Along with videos on making batteries from fruit and capacitors from aluminum foil, the site is full of text-based content explaining the detailed mechanisms behind these.
We will continue to communicate these activities in a way that fosters the desire among children to ask why and to learn more with a sense of wonder.
Integrated Report
Integrated Report
