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[Instructor] Shintaro Fukazawa President, BM Consulting Co., Ltd. Representative Director, Japan Business Mathematics Association Business Mathematics Educator [Key Lecture Content] Shintaro Fukazawa, an educator who advocates for "Business Mathematics" to cultivate personnel who work mathematically, has conducted unique research on the comprehension abilities of successful individuals. He discovered significant commonalities with mathematical thinking and systematized it as a method that anyone can practice. The content is planned to be published in a book, allowing many business professionals to learn from it. In this seminar, we will extract only the essential elements from the know-how presented in that book and introduce it as a "comprehension" acquisition method to develop intelligent personnel. Participants will receive a special gift of the instructor's latest book, "Truly Becoming Smarter: New Comprehension (Tentative Title)" (the title may change). We encourage you to participate enthusiastically.

[Speaker] Yuri Ishii, Deputy Director, Environmental Economics Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of the Environment [Key Lecture Content] This guide has been created with the intention of assisting companies in responding to the increasing demands for disclosure in various environmental fields, such as climate change and natural capital, and was published in June of the 7th year of Reiwa. The "integrated approach" introduced in this guide suggests that companies should not respond individually to the disclosure requirements in each environmental field, but rather engage with an awareness of their interconnections. Through this initiative, we aim to improve business processes under management involvement, effectively and efficiently address various environmental issues, and facilitate disclosure. The key points of the guide will be explained. [Lecture Items] 1. Expansion of environmental issues to be addressed 2. Significance of integrated initiatives and disclosure 3. Trends in sustainability-related information disclosure 4. Methods and benefits of integrated initiatives and disclosure; case studies of companies 5. Utilization of environmental due diligence for information disclosure 6. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Masaki Kihara, Representative and Scenario Planner, FutureNest Inc. [Key Lecture Content] Scenario planning is one of the future insight methods to prepare for an unpredictable future. With over half a century of history in its application in private enterprises, its importance is further increasing in today's world characterized by high uncertainty, often referred to as VUCA or BANI. In this lecture, a professional scenario planner will explain the thinking and techniques of scenario planning using scenario works related to the future of AI (artificial intelligence) and energy, which have garnered attention due to recent technological advancements. [Lecture Items] 1. Introduction to Scenario Planning (A) Is the future unpredictable? (B) Why is future forecasting difficult? (C) What is scenario planning? (D) The purpose and applications of scenario planning (E) Methods for creating scenarios 2. Latest scenario works related to AI and energy (A) International Energy Agency (IEA) (B) Shell plc (C) Insights into scenario thinking and techniques from the comparison of IEA and Shell 3. Introduction to our company (FutureNest Inc.) 4. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Instructor] Mr. Toshio Kimura, Senior Consultant, Japan Management Association Consulting, Inc. [Purpose of the Event] Japan aims to be a nation of science and technology, and Japanese companies face many barriers and challenges. Since the collapse of the bubble economy in the early 1990s, short-term thinking and profit-oriented management have become mainstream, leading to a prolonged period of stagnation in innovation. However, even in such circumstances, there are a number of companies that have achieved sustainable business and corporate growth centered around technology. In Japanese companies, especially in the manufacturing sector, technology is the unique growth driver. It is essential to integrate business strategy and technology strategy, rooted in the business vision, and to spiral up the value of technology along with the value of products and services. This seminar will provide a detailed explanation of the concepts of the technology strategy currently required, as well as specific methods for formulating technology strategies, including technology roadmaps, along with concrete examples. [Knowledge to be Acquired] 1. Redefinition of technology strategy* - *Basic concepts of the technology strategy currently required 2. How to integrate business strategy and technology strategy rooted in the business vision 3. Detailed process for formulating technology strategies, including technology roadmaps

[Speaker] Mitsui & Co., Ltd. Research Institute, Technology and Innovation Information Department Industry Innovation Office, Senior Project Manager Yoshiko Sato [Key Lecture Content] PFAS, often referred to as "forever chemicals," are extremely resistant to degradation in the environment and have raised significant international concerns due to their persistence and potential health impacts. The EU is advancing comprehensive proposals for usage restrictions, the U.S. is strengthening regulations, and countries in Asia, including Japan, are accelerating their responses. In this lecture, we will first systematically organize these international regulatory trends. Then, we will overview the direction of alternative material development progressing worldwide and explain the overall situation surrounding PFAS. [Lecture Items] 1. What are PFAS? 2. Uses and utilization status of PFAS 3. Environmental and health impacts 4. International regulatory trends 5. Trends in alternative material development 6. Current status of PFAS removal and treatment technologies 7. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Industrial Strategy Analyst Yasuhiko Ogushi [Key Lecture Content] The grid-scale battery business is gaining attention. On the other hand, utilizing the fluctuating electricity market for grid-scale battery business makes revenue predictability difficult, and the planning and operation of complex strategies involving entry into multiple markets pose a barrier to entry for operators. In this lecture, we will analyze and organize the changes that have occurred in the grid-scale battery business using the U.S. electricity market, which has been in place for over 10 years, and derive hypotheses applicable to the Japanese market. Specifically, we will use data from California's electricity market (CAISO), Texas's electricity market (ERCOT), and the Eastern U.S. electricity market (PJM) to analyze factors influencing arbitrage revenue opportunities in the wholesale electricity market, assess the saturation of ancillary services markets, and examine cases where changes in electricity market rules have altered the revenue models of grid-scale battery operators. The aim is to provide valuable information to businesses involved in stationary battery operations in Japan and abroad. [Lecture Items] 1. Overview of the U.S. grid-scale battery business 2. Phenomena observed in the leading U.S. market and the hypotheses that can be derived from them 3. Summary 4. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Lecturer] Vice President and Director of the International Institute for Environmental Economics, NPO Honorary Professor at Tokai University, Mr. Takumi Yamamoto [Key Lecture Content] In the United States, while there are concerns about the potential for inflation and stagflation during a recession due to mutual tariffs, the stock market remains strong. It is said that the driving force behind the stock market is the increased demand for generative AI and the AI-related investments in semiconductors and power facilities necessary for the construction of data centers. However, investments are not progressing smoothly. Currently, the major barrier to AI adoption is said to be power supply. Without a reliable power supply to support data centers, AI cannot be utilized. GAFAM (Google, Apple, Facebook, Amazon, Microsoft) is securing its own power supply. Is the power supply sufficient? We will explore the power issue from various perspectives.

[Key Lecture Content] 1. Unlocking Space for All Humanity ~Opening up space business for all people and industries~ Masashi Sato, Director and CSO of SPACETIDE [13:30 - 14:40] 1. What is SPACETIDE 2. Global Space Business (Overview) 3. Global Space Business (By Segment) 4. Japan's Space Business - Public-Private Partnerships - Commercial Policies 5. Q&A / Networking 2. Creating Paths, Opening Together ~Space business strategies that expand social value and user base~ Hiroaki Miyoshi, NEC Fellow, Aerospace Division [14:50 - 16:00] 1. Introduction to NEC's Business 2. What is Social Value-Creating Space Business 3. Challenges in Social Value-Creating Space Business 4. NEC's Initiatives 5. Conclusion 6. Q&A / Networking

[Speaker] Representative of Post-Petroleum Strategy Research Institute, LLC, Mr. Kisho Oba [Key Lecture Content] The decarbonization of automobiles is primarily shifting towards electric vehicles (EVs), but the importance of "next-generation fuels" utilizing existing infrastructure is being re-recognized. This seminar will focus on e-fuels and bioethanol, which are gaining attention as alternatives to gasoline, and will thoroughly analyze their policy trends and economic viability. It will explain why companies like Toyota and Porsche are engaging in next-generation fuels and the background behind Japan's significant policy shift from e-fuels to bioethanol. The seminar will compare the costs necessary for driving and gasoline reduction, and discuss the optimal "multi-pathway" strategy that companies should adopt. [Lecture Items] 1. Introduction: Decarbonization that cannot be explained by EVs alone 2. History and concept of e-fuels 3. E-fuel strategies in Germany and Japan 4. Japan's policy shift: The rise of bioethanol 5. Economic comparison of gasoline alternative technologies 6. Implications for the industry and conclusion 7. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Kiyoshi Sugawara, Partner Attorney at Matsuda Comprehensive Law Office, Leader of the Agricultural, Forestry and Fisheries Legal Team [Key Lecture Content] Due to changes in fishing ground environments (such as rising sea temperatures caused by climate change), a decrease and aging of fishers, and overfishing, Japan's fishery production has significantly declined. From the perspective of food security, there is a demand for transformation into a next-generation fishery industry (smart fishery) utilizing advanced technologies such as ICT and IoT. This lecture serves as an introductory overview of smart fisheries, highlighting areas where smart fisheries initiatives are being implemented through case studies, and providing an outline of the essential aspects of fishery law that should be understood when developing services related to fishery businesses. [Lecture Items] 1. Current challenges facing the fishing industry - Reasons for the need for a next-generation fishery industry 2. Overview and initiatives of the smart fishery industry 3. Examples of smart technology initiatives in the fishery sector and related fishery law (overview) 4. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Shinichiro Watanabe, Director, PwC Consulting LLC, Industry Transformation Shuhei Itoda, Senior Manager Keisuke Ogura, Manager [Key Lecture Content] As the value of automobiles shifts from hardware to software, Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs) are gaining attention. This seminar will provide an overview of the latest situation surrounding SDVs, from the basic concepts of SDVs to the environment and market trends surrounding them, the stages and key components of SDVs as defined by PwC, trends in regulations and international standards related to SDVs (such as UN-R157, UN-R171, ISO34502, and U.S. connected car regulations), as well as the challenges in promoting SDVs and the direction of efforts to address them. [Lecture Items] 1. The environment surrounding SDVs 2. What is an SDV? 3. Changes in SDV components 4. Trends in regulations and international standards related to SDVs 5. Challenges and direction of efforts in SDVs 6. Q&A / Business card exchange ● On-site attendee benefit A copy of "SDV Revolution: Roadmap for Next-Generation Vehicles 2040" (to be published by Nikkei BP in April 2025) will be presented.

[Speaker] Kazuki Miyamoto, Representative/Analyst of VentureClef, USA [Key Lecture Content] The competition for the development of "AGI agents" and "AGI humanoid robots" is intensifying. AGI agents are models with human-level skills that autonomously perform tasks on behalf of employees. AGI agents are based on next-generation foundation models, with enhanced reasoning capabilities and significantly evolved skills in using tools. The killer application of AGI is the AGI agent, which demonstrates human-level job capabilities in digital spaces. The foundation model has merged with the "world model" to create "physical AI." Physical AI will be a breakthrough in robot development. There is intense technological innovation in AGI humanoid robots, which acquire the ability to perform human labor in physical spaces. The competition for the development of AGI humanoid robots is intensifying in the United States and China, creating a massive market. The Trump administration supports the development of AGI humanoid robots and is implementing "reshoring" policies to bring manufacturing back to the United States.

[Lecturer] Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc. Policy and Economic Center Chief Researcher Jiro Furuki [Key Lecture Content] There is a demand for a transition from the traditional economy of "making, using, and discarding" in large quantities (linear economy) to a "circular economy" that reuses resources as much as possible without consuming them. While the importance of this shift is becoming understood, many companies hesitate to take actual action due to concerns such as "Will it be costly?" and "Will it negatively impact our current business?" In this lecture, we will introduce the significance and effects of the circular economy, trends in domestic and international policies, and the initiatives that companies are currently required to undertake, along with ideas for policies and support that can facilitate these efforts. [Lecture Items] 1. Significance and effects of transitioning to a circular economy 2. Domestic and international trends related to the transition to a circular economy 3. Two key points for achieving an autonomous circular economy 4. Close Flow: Recommendations for expanding the use of recycled materials 5. Slow: Recommendations for transitioning to a business model for CE commerce 6. Summary 7. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Lecturer] Takeshi Ichimura President and CEO, Energy Pool Japan Co., Ltd. Committee Memberships as of August 2025 - Study Group on Next-Generation Decentralized Power Systems, Agency for Natural Resources and Energy - ERAB Study Group, Agency for Natural Resources and Energy - Study Group on the Nature of Simultaneous Markets, Agency for Natural Resources and Energy - Committee on Adjustment Power and Supply-Demand Balance Evaluation, Electricity Wide Area Operation Promotion Organization - Subcommittee on Supply-Demand Adjustment Market, Electricity Wide Area Operation Promotion Organization - Study Group on Future Power Supply-Demand Scenarios, Electricity Wide Area Operation Promotion Organization - Working Group on Future Supply-Demand Scenarios (Load Curve, DAC) [Lecture Items] October 28 (Tuesday) 13:00 - 15:00 1st Session: Learning About the Electricity Business and Capacity Market from Scratch 1. Fundamental Discussion: What is Power System Reform? 2. Learning About the Capacity Market from Scratch 3. Summary 4. Q&A November 7 (Friday) 15:00 - 17:00 2nd Session: Learning About the Electricity Business and Supply-Demand Adjustment Market & Simultaneous Market from Scratch 1. Fundamental Discussion: What is Power System Reform? (Review of the 1st Session) 2. Learning About the Supply-Demand Adjustment Market from Scratch 3. Summary 4. Q&A

[Speaker] Takumi Taguchi, Co-founder / CEO of Helical Fusion Inc. [Key Lecture Content] Fusion energy, which replicates the sun's brilliance on Earth, possesses the efficiency to potentially replace base-load power sources such as thermal and nuclear energy. It is the ultimate energy source that is CO2-free, poses no risk of fuel depletion, and is relatively easy to ensure safety. If a plant capable of "practical power generation" that provides stable electricity can be established, it could create an industry worth hundreds of trillions of yen. This lecture will introduce the development of helical fusion reactors and the mechanisms of partnering, discussing the prospects for realizing the fusion energy industry. [Lecture Items] 1. Characteristics of fusion energy 2. Significance of realizing the fusion energy industry 3. What is the "Helix Program," which aims for the world's first "practical power generation"? - Three requirements for commercialization - Features of helical fusion reactors - Helix Program partnering project 4. Future prospects 5. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] KPMG Consulting Co., Ltd. Senior Manager Sohei Arao Senior Consultant Noriko Shiraishi [Key Lecture Content] Under the second term of Chairman von der Leyen, the EU has begun to significantly shift its regulatory course with the banner of "strengthening competitiveness." A symbol of this is the amendment that includes the postponement of various regulations, such as the European Battery Regulation through the omnibus bill. However, this is by no means a "relaxation" of regulations. Rather, companies are required to use the postponement as a preparation period for a higher quality response. In this lecture, we will interpret the major trends in European regulations and propose strategies to transform regulatory compliance from a "defensive cost" into "offensive competitiveness." [Lecture Items] 1. The European Commission under von der Leyen's second term: How has the policy tide changed? 2. Latest trends in European regulations in key areas 3. Overview of the European Battery Regulation and its impact on business 4. Desired corporate responses: Strategies to turn postponement into competitiveness 5. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Kenji Aoshima, Senior Chief Researcher, Business Risk Division, Tokio Marine & Nichido Risk Consulting Co., Ltd. [Key Lecture Content] Recently, large companies have seen a proliferation of various departments and committees, leading to duplication (spaghetti-like structures) that hinder efficient and rapid management. Additionally, challenges such as generative AI, cyberattacks, and geopolitical issues require cross-departmental and cross-committee responses. In response to this, some companies are increasingly integrating governance, risk management, and compliance functions under names such as "GRC Meetings" and "GRC Divisions." In this lecture, the speaker will share insights on building efficient and effective management systems using generative AI, drawing on consulting know-how accumulated in corporate governance, risk management, and compliance. [Lecture Items] 1. The history and importance of management in companies 2. Case studies of corporate crises caused by management disruptions 3. Three essential elements for management 4. The necessity of GRC 5. The process of building GRC 6. Summary 7. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Lecturers] Masaki Mochimaru, Fellow, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology Masato Komiya, CEO, d-strategy, inc. / CEO, Third Ecosystem, inc. Masato Komiya, Specially Appointed Associate Professor, Data Science Research Institute, Tokyo International University [Key Lecture Content] The decrease in the labor population due to declining birth rates and aging society, along with the increasing burden of nursing care and rehabilitation, presents business opportunities. There is growing attention on the approach of "human augmentation," which not only involves complete automation through AI and robots but also enhances human capabilities. In particular, the "interverse" business, where people connect with virtual spaces to transcend time and space constraints and extend value into the real world, is expected to thrive. The lecture will introduce the latest trends through examples of collaboration with companies and national projects. [Lecture Items] 1. Human Augmentation 2. XR 3. Service Transformation in Manufacturing 4. Metaverse 5. Virtual Economy 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Instructor] Takahisa Saito, Certified Social Insurance and Labor Consultant, Saito Social Insurance and Labor Consultant Office [Key Lecture Content] Inspections by the Labor Standards Inspection Office can occur suddenly one day. Corporations do not have the authority to refuse them. This is called an inspection. If legal violations are clearly identified during the inspection, a corrective recommendation will be issued. How should one respond before or after this happens? It is essential to know in advance. Additionally, as work style reforms progress, they are influencing inspections by the Labor Standards Inspection Office. The number of inspections, which temporarily decreased during the COVID-19 pandemic, is now on the rise. In this seminar, we will provide a clear explanation of the overview of inspections and the preparation of reports in response to corrective recommendations, sharing anticipated information based on the enforcement of revised labor standards laws. Furthermore, attending in person allows for meaningful information exchange through questions and mutual confirmation. [Lecture Items] 1. Labor Standards Inspection Office and Labor Standards Inspectors 2. Overview of Inspections 3. Preparation for Inspections (Before the Inspector Arrives) 4. Response on the Day of Inspection to Reporting 5. Issues to Consider During Inspections 6. Recent Trends 7. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Instructor] Takahisa Saito, Human Resources Consultant, Saito Social Insurance and Labor Office [Key Lecture Content] Human resource systems support the foundation of an organization. However, if the operation is neglected, the system itself will collapse. There are various systems, but among them, the "grade system, evaluation system, and wage system" can be considered the three major elements. We must design these three major elements with operational considerations in mind. In other words, it is important that the system is easy for management to operate. There is no need to overthink it. Additionally, as work style reforms progress, we must also consider the response to equal pay for equal work. I believe that what lies ahead after organizing the current situation is the "limited regular employee" system. In this seminar, we will share anticipated information and provide clear explanations. Furthermore, for those attending in person, meaningful information exchange is possible through mutual confirmation during Q&A sessions. [Lecture Items] 1. Trends and Perspectives Surrounding Human Resources 2. Basics of the Grade System 3. Basics of the Evaluation System 4. Basics of the Wage System 5. Considering Equal Pay and Job-Based Employment 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Instructor] Attorney Shinya Tsuchiya, Ishizaki & Yamanaka Law Office [Key Lecture Content] When various problematic behaviors occur among employees, such as poor work attitude, harassment, and lack of cooperation, if the employer mismanages the response, it can not only significantly disrupt workplace order and operational efficiency but also potentially invalidate the legal effectiveness of disciplinary actions or personnel measures taken against the employee in question. To avoid such risks, appropriate and consistent responses based on employment regulations and internal systems are required. On the other hand, dealing with "problematic employees" often places a significant psychological and practical burden on busy supervisors and HR personnel. In order to maintain smooth business operations, it has become essential to provide support to those responding and to prepare as an organization. In this seminar, we will systematically organize practical knowledge that is useful in the field, focusing on legal points and practical strategies to consider when responding to various types of "problematic employees" that have recently become more apparent, while assuming specific scenarios.

[Lecturer] Professor Shiro Kawabata, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hosei University [Key Lecture Content] Prime Minister Ishiba has positioned 2025 as the inaugural year for the industrialization of quantum technology and has indicated a policy to strengthen support for the industrialization of quantum technology. Additionally, at the G7 Summit held in Canada in June 2025, a joint statement titled "Joint Statement on the Future of Quantum Technology," focusing on quantum technology centered around quantum computers, was adopted. Quantum computers are computers that utilize principles of quantum mechanics, such as superposition and quantum entanglement, for information processing. By using quantum computers, it becomes possible to solve several mathematical problems, such as factorization, machine learning, quantum chemistry calculations, finance, and linear simultaneous equations, exponentially faster compared to classical computers. As a result, major global corporations and startups are globally expanding their development and business in quantum computer hardware and software. This seminar will introduce the basics of quantum computers, the latest research and development trends, business trends, technical challenges, and future prospects.

[Speaker] President and CEO of Management Techniques Co., Ltd. / Developer of Unique Brain Lab (R) Director of the Lanchester Strategy Association / Certified Instructor of the NPO Lanchester Association, Shunsuke Suzuki [Lecture Topics] Part 1: Basics 1. The Origin of Lanchester Strategy 2. Strategies for the Weak and Strong - Resource Allocation and Detailed Tactics Based on Situations and Positions 3. Decision-Making Based on Market Share 4. Fundamental Principles for Expansion and Growth 5. Case Study - Growth Achieved Through Transformation by Lanchester Strategy Part 2: Applications 1. Different Strategies for Different Market Periods 2. How to Create a Business Portfolio 3. Developing a Perspective on the Market 4. Ideas and Methods for Building a Differentiation Strategy

[Speaker] Takahiro Asami, Representative Attorney at Asami Law Office [Key Lecture Content] In recent times, new keywords related to corporate management, such as "business and human rights" and "dialogue with shareholders," are emerging one after another, going beyond just "compliance" and "governance/internal control." Many companies and business professionals find themselves being swayed by these terms without truly understanding their meanings. In this seminar, we will explore the true meaning of "compliance" through the lens of "enhancing corporate value," discuss the evolution of the meanings and contents of "governance/internal control" (the differences between the original concepts and the current standards and contents), and clarify the positioning and latest developments regarding "business and human rights," "dialogue with shareholders," and "crisis management," using specific case studies for illustration. [Lecture Items] 1. The perspective of "enhancing corporate value and shareholder common interests" 2. The essential meaning of "compliance" 3. The latest developments in "governance" 4. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Shinichi Mori, President of Human Power Research LLC [Key Lecture Content] Do you have confidence in your work? The key to increasing work efficiency and achieving results lies in your "way of thinking." There are many challenges in daily work, but to solve them, it is necessary to use these "ways of thinking" in a multifaceted manner. In this seminar, we will clearly explain five beneficial "ways of thinking" for leaders who lead teams, not just through a one-sided lecture, but by incorporating interactive work. [Lecture Items] 1. Purpose-driven thinking 2. Multi-faceted and multi-dimensional thinking 3. Hypothetical thinking 4. Critical thinking 5. Accounting thinking 6. Summary and Q&A

[Speaker] Shinya Okimoto, Founder & CEO of Oki Studio LLC [Lecture Topics] 1. Global Market Trends and Technological Trends - Market Background, Industry Structure, Industrial Chain, SiC Waveguides - Integration with AI Agents - New experiences brought by AI and changes in Glass UI - AI Regulatory Environment 2. Latest Trends in Core Technologies and Challenges - Display Technology, Optical Methods, Waveguides - AI Correction Technology, Large-scale Commercialization and Challenges 3. Strategies and Competitive Landscape of Major Companies - Apple, Google, Goolton, Meizu, Meta, Rokid, Samsung Electronics, TCL - Vuzix, Xiaomi, Xreal, Cellid, QD Laser, NTT ConneQ, etc. 4. Market Forecast and Economic Evaluation - Market Size Forecast and Economics, Competitive Environment 5. Summary - AI Glasses or AI-AR Glasses, Future Directions and Prospects 6. Q&A

[Speaker] Hiroto Takagi Senior Director, Strategic and Technical Partnership 24M Technologies T3 Bridge Consulting [Key Lecture Content] With the rapid spread of renewable energy, the fluctuation of power generation and the difficulty of forecasting have become significant challenges. In this context, the importance of energy storage technology as a means to maintain the balance of electricity supply and demand is increasing. While companies like China's CATL and BYD, as well as the U.S. Tesla, are advancing the large-scale development of lithium-ion battery cells and systems, the development of next-generation storage technologies by new players is also accelerating. This lecture will provide an overview of the evolution of lithium-ion storage systems worldwide, while also surveying next-generation storage solutions such as iron-based batteries and flow batteries, and will introduce the prospects of innovative technologies that will support these future energy sources. [Lecture Topics] 1. Market trends in energy storage systems for electricity 2. Evolution of lithium-ion storage systems 3. Will they replace lithium-ion batteries? - Next-generation storage solutions 4. Q&A