The Renewables Consulting Group has appointed Akio Hasegawa as director and general manager of the company’s Tokyo office.
Hasegawa (pictured) will lead and direct RCG’s business in Japan, having spent over 20 years working in the country’s renewable energy industry.
The experience ranges from development to construction of wind, solar and other energy infrastructure projects, RCG said.
Most recently he worked for Invenergy Japan and RES Japan, RCG said.
Hasegawa will also contribute to the company’s broader global advisory services.
RCG managing director for Asia Pacific Gareth Lewis said: “We are delighted to welcome Akio Hasegawa to the team. We’ve spent the last two years expanding our local presence in Asia.
“First, we established an office in Taipei and then opened our Tokyo operation, further accelerating provision of expert services for clients in the region.
“Akio san brings to RCG invaluable insight into Japan’s market, including early-stage support for offshore wind projects. Utilising local knowledge and global expertise, we give clients the in-market support they need.”
Hasegawa said: “I am honoured to be joining the respected team at RCG. Japan is an exciting place to do business and we expect significant growth in the development of clean energy.
“In particular, the development of offshore wind is advancing rapidly and has the potential to create significant employment, as well as provide cost-effective power generation.
“I am looking forward to leading the firm’s business in Japan at this pivotal point in the industry’s growth. RCG is exceptionally well placed to support clients in this market.”