RCG appoints Okahara to guide Japan’s offshore wind growth

Tokyo, Japan – The Renewables Consulting Group, an ERM Group company, has appointed offshore wind energy specialist Yoshinori Okahara as a Director in the firm’s Tokyo office.

The appointment will help support the firm’s in-country efforts as the Japanese offshore wind market is currently a hotbed of activity with offshore wind auctions being launched and projects and alliances moving forward. For example, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry recently announced four offshore wind promising areas – and up to 10 potential areas that require further study – as part of the country’s carbon neutrality plan. Japan aims to build 10 GW of installed capacity by 2030 and 30 GW to 45 GW by 2040.

Okahara will play a central role in supporting RCG’s growth in Japan and internationally as well as developing new revenue opportunities for RCG within Japan and the wider Asia Pacific region. He is also expected to provide leadership with the emerging requirement for owner’s engineering and other renewable project life cycle services.

He has more than 30 years’ experience in civil engineering construction sector with project management, construction management, design, schedule control, risk management, and trouble-shooting roles for both international and Japan domestic projects. Before RCG, Okahara served as acting general manager at Taisei Corporation, where he oversaw the company’s offshore wind program among other duties.

Commenting on the appointment, Gareth Lewis, managing director for the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, said:

“He is joining RCG at an opportune moment as Japan’s offshore developers will be preparing for auctions, securing consents and designing and procuring equipment. With Okahara-san’s extensive offshore experience in other sectors, he brings a wealth of relevant knowledge to the offshore wind sector.” Gareth Lewis – Managing Director, APAC

RCG’s continued growth means the firm can deploy experienced local teams on any renewable energy engagement, backed up by a team of international experts, to deliver high-value market intelligence, management consulting and technical advisory services on any renewable energy assignment in the Asia-Pacific region.

Tokyo, Japan – The Renewables Consulting Group, an ERM Group company, has appointed offshore wind energy specialist Yoshinori Okahara as a Director in the firm’s Tokyo office.

The appointment will help support the firm’s in-country efforts as the Japanese offshore wind market is currently a hotbed of activity with offshore wind auctions being launched and projects and alliances moving forward. For example, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry recently announced four offshore wind promising areas – and up to 10 potential areas that require further study – as part of the country’s carbon neutrality plan. Japan aims to build 10 GW of installed capacity by 2030 and 30 GW to 45 GW by 2040.

Okahara will play a central role in supporting RCG’s growth in Japan and internationally as well as developing new revenue opportunities for RCG within Japan and the wider Asia Pacific region. He is also expected to provide leadership with the emerging requirement for owner’s engineering and other renewable project life cycle services.

He has more than 30 years’ experience in civil engineering construction sector with project management, construction management, design, schedule control, risk management, and trouble-shooting roles for both international and Japan domestic projects. Before RCG, Okahara served as acting general manager at Taisei Corporation, where he oversaw the company’s offshore wind program among other duties.

Commenting on the appointment, Gareth Lewis, managing director for the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, said:

“He is joining RCG at an opportune moment as Japan’s offshore developers will be preparing for auctions, securing consents and designing and procuring equipment. With Okahara-san’s extensive offshore experience in other sectors, he brings a wealth of relevant knowledge to the offshore wind sector.” Gareth Lewis – Managing Director, APAC

RCG’s continued growth means the firm can deploy experienced local teams on any renewable energy engagement, backed up by a team of international experts, to deliver high-value market intelligence, management consulting and technical advisory services on any renewable energy assignment in the Asia-Pacific region.

Taipei, Taiwan – The Renewables Consulting Group (RCG), a sector specialist advisory firm, has appointed Charles Luh as a Principal in the firm’s Taiwan office.

With an extensive track record in technical and commercial roles, Luh combines a deep understanding of offshore wind development with a strong background in project management in numerous renewable energy technologies, including offshore wind.

Luh’s appointment will help RCG support the enormous amount of offshore wind activity that is expected shortly in Taiwan – which is quickly becoming the most attractive offshore wind market in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs recently announced that the Bureau of Energy will hold an auction for 3 GW of offshore wind capacity from 2022 to 2024. These offshore wind projects will be delivered between 2026 to 2031 at a rate of 1.5 GW per year – resulting in 9 GW of offshore wind. As a result, Taiwan is expected to reach 14.7 GW of installed offshore wind capacity by 2031, which would exceed the 12 GW target in 2030 announced by South Korea earlier this year and the 10 GW target previously set by Japan.

Luh comes to RCG from TÜV Rheinland, where he was Business Development Manager and Project Manager for Offshore Wind. Before that, Luh served as an engineer for Jan De Nul Group on Phase II of the Formosa 1 Offshore Windfarm, Taiwan’s first offshore wind project.

Commenting on the news, Gareth Lewis, managing director for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region said:

“This is an extraordinary time for offshore wind in Taiwan and we are thrilled to have Charles joining at such a critical time. With an extensive understanding of the technical and commercial aspects of offshore wind project development; he will be an invaluable asset to our clients.” – Gareth Lewis, Managing Director

The Taiwan office – along with RCG’s office in Tokyo – is leading the acceleration of the firm’s Asia-Pacific platform in order to realise its goal of providing a top-tier market intelligence, management consulting, and technical advisory service to the renewable sector and delivering long-term value for clients.

Taipei, Taiwan – The Renewables Consulting Group (RCG), a sector specialist advisory firm, has appointed Charles Luh as a Principal in the firm’s Taiwan office.

With an extensive track record in technical and commercial roles, Luh combines a deep understanding of offshore wind development with a strong background in project management in numerous renewable energy technologies, including offshore wind.

Luh’s appointment will help RCG support the enormous amount of offshore wind activity that is expected shortly in Taiwan – which is quickly becoming the most attractive offshore wind market in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs recently announced that the Bureau of Energy will hold an auction for 3 GW of offshore wind capacity from 2022 to 2024. These offshore wind projects will be delivered between 2026 to 2031 at a rate of 1.5 GW per year – resulting in 9 GW of offshore wind. As a result, Taiwan is expected to reach 14.7 GW of installed offshore wind capacity by 2031, which would exceed the 12 GW target in 2030 announced by South Korea earlier this year and the 10 GW target previously set by Japan.

Luh comes to RCG from TÜV Rheinland, where he was Business Development Manager and Project Manager for Offshore Wind. Before that, Luh served as an engineer for Jan De Nul Group on Phase II of the Formosa 1 Offshore Windfarm, Taiwan’s first offshore wind project.

Commenting on the news, Gareth Lewis, managing director for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region said:

“This is an extraordinary time for offshore wind in Taiwan and we are thrilled to have Charles joining at such a critical time. With an extensive understanding of the technical and commercial aspects of offshore wind project development; he will be an invaluable asset to our clients.” – Gareth Lewis, Managing Director

The Taiwan office – along with RCG’s office in Tokyo – is leading the acceleration of the firm’s Asia-Pacific platform in order to realise its goal of providing a top-tier market intelligence, management consulting, and technical advisory service to the renewable sector and delivering long-term value for clients.

Taipei, Taiwan – To support its phenomenal growth in Asia Pacific, The Renewables Consulting Group (RCG), a sector-specific advisory firm, announced the opening of a new office at the prestigious Taipei 101 supertall skyscraper. The moves further strengthen RCG’s strong local presence in Taiwan.

Located in Taiwan’s capital city, the Taipei 101 skyscraper symbolizes lofty ideals by going one better on 100, a traditional number of perfection. In 2011, Taipei 101 received a Platinum rating under the LEED certification system to become the tallest and largest green building in the world.

The Taipei office, in conjunction with RCG’s office in Tokyo, is leading the acceleration of the firm’s Asia Pacific platform in order to realise its goal of providing a top-tier market intelligence, management consulting, and technical advisory service to the renewable sector and delivering long-term value for clients.

RCG has appointed Michael Stephenson as Associate Director. Mr Stephenson is focused on offshore wind (fixed and floating) across a variety of areas including technical advice, project management, site finding and feasibility, project development and market entry strategies.

Later this month, Chien Huan Li will join RCG as Associate. Mr Li was formerly with the Ministry of Economic Affairs where he managed the progress of policy implementation, in collaboration with central and local government agencies, state-owned companies, and industries.

Mr Stephenson and Mr Li, who are each based in Taipei, will report to Laura Evertsen, Director.

Commenting on the news, Mrs Eversten said:

“We are thrilled to operate from this local landmark which symbolizes creativity, ingenuity and economic prosperity. With Michael and Chien Huan on board, I look forward to meeting the challenges of supporting and leading this rapidly growing business.” – Laura Evertsen, Director, Taipei.

The Taipei office, in conjunction with RCG’s office in Tokyo, is leading the acceleration of the firm’s Asia Pacific platform in order to realise its goal of providing a top-tier market intelligence, management consulting, and technical advisory service to the renewable sector.

The Tapei 101 supertall skyscraper. In 2011, Tapei 101 received a Platinum rating under the LEED certification system to become the tallest and largest green building in the world.

Taipei, Taiwan – To support its phenomenal growth in Asia Pacific, The Renewables Consulting Group (RCG), a sector-specific advisory firm, announced the opening of a new office at the prestigious Taipei 101 supertall skyscraper. The moves further strengthen RCG’s strong local presence in Taiwan.

Located in Taiwan’s capital city, the Taipei 101 skyscraper symbolizes lofty ideals by going one better on 100, a traditional number of perfection. In 2011, Taipei 101 received a Platinum rating under the LEED certification system to become the tallest and largest green building in the world.

The Taipei office, in conjunction with RCG’s office in Tokyo, is leading the acceleration of the firm’s Asia Pacific platform in order to realise its goal of providing a top-tier market intelligence, management consulting, and technical advisory service to the renewable sector and delivering long-term value for clients.

RCG has appointed Michael Stephenson as Associate Director. Mr Stephenson is focused on offshore wind (fixed and floating) across a variety of areas including technical advice, project management, site finding and feasibility, project development and market entry strategies.

Later this month, Chien Huan Li will join RCG as Associate. Mr Li was formerly with the Ministry of Economic Affairs where he managed the progress of policy implementation, in collaboration with central and local government agencies, state-owned companies, and industries.

Mr Stephenson and Mr Li, who are each based in Taipei, will report to Laura Evertsen, Director.

Commenting on the news, Mrs Eversten said:

“We are thrilled to operate from this local landmark which symbolizes creativity, ingenuity and economic prosperity. With Michael and Chien Huan on board, I look forward to meeting the challenges of supporting and leading this rapidly growing business.” – Laura Evertsen, Director, Taipei.

The Taipei office, in conjunction with RCG’s office in Tokyo, is leading the acceleration of the firm’s Asia Pacific platform in order to realise its goal of providing a top-tier market intelligence, management consulting, and technical advisory service to the renewable sector.

The Tapei 101 supertall skyscraper. In 2011, Tapei 101 received a Platinum rating under the LEED certification system to become the tallest and largest green building in the world.