Tomohiko Yamaguchi

A technology used in geothermal energy systems that utilizes water at a reduced temperature to heat a second fluid with a lower boiling point.

Japan

A generator developed by IHI Corporation capable of converting hot water into electricity, designed to be operational in less than a day. It utilizes binary technology and can be used with existing hot spring wells.

The initial product developed by IHI Corporation with the intention of targeting factory wastewater, which later found potential use at hot springs.