Turning Waste into Energy
A Visible Contribution to
the Environment

Waste to Energy: A Thoughtful Endeavor by Apparel Companies - Zero Waste ProjectWhat We Can Do
What we can do to address environmental issues is a very simple action.

Currently, we use too much fossil fuels to make things, and we throw it away as soon as we're donewith it. This is only worsening the earth's environment. "Reducing consumption and reusing" iseasier said than done. People like things to be convenient and easy to throw away. So we havebecome complacent with environmental measures that make it seem like we are doing something, but are actually making no diﬀerence. It's the same with companies, where they overshadow their more negative points by emphasizing what's good about them. If things continue like
this, there will be no future for the earth, and human society as a whole.
The actual problem is not the product itself, but the CO2 (carbon dioxide) emitted during theprocess of making and disposing of the product. If we could replace the fossil fuels used in the
production process with energy produced from waste, CO2 emissions could be signiﬁcantly
reduced.
"What we can do" is very simple. "Participate in a project that reuses waste instead of throwing it
away."

Decisions and Execution"We are now facing a new challenge."
The environmental problems we face are getting worse by the day. How do we reduce
CO2? How do we build a sustainable society? How do we restore the Earth?
If we don't face these problems, society on Earth will disappear. If society disappears,
neither human life nor the restoration of the earth will be possible. So we need to "use ourbusiness as a means of environmental protection, take the problem seriously, and implement solutions," not emotionalism. It's not empty talk, it's concrete action. It's simple, butnever easy. As a business, we have decided to carry it out without hesitation.
The more we change, the more the future changes. The more action we take, the brighter
the future becomes. We are serious about the future of our planet.

What is fossil fuel?
We enjoy the richness of many things, but this richness comes at a

Among fossil fuels, coal can be obtained as solids, petroleum (derived

great cost. The destruction of life on Earth. The extreme heat caused

from animals) can be obtained as liquids, and natural gas (derived fromby abnormal heavy rain and global warming has become a major

animals) can be extracted as a gas. Inﬂuenced by the geologicalissue. There are concerns about extreme heat waves, cold weather

environment, these fuels were created over tens of millions to hundreds

caused by changes in ocean currents, and the deforestation ofof millions of years.

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development.

Furthermore,desertiﬁcation,

increase in forest ﬁres, worldwide pollution, and huge typhoons aresome of the environmental issues we face.
The main cause of global warming is burning fossil fuels that are
CO2buried in the ground, which increases the amount of carbon dioxidein the atmosphere. Also, human society is currently dependent on

CO2

CO2

CO2

CO2

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fossil fuels, fuels that will run out by the end of the century, if we
continue this way. Therefore, to stop global warming, we need tourgently shift to fossil fuel-free methods. This has become a world-Coalwide movement.

*Fossil fuels are fuels made from nonrenewable resources like coal, oil,or natural gas. Under these terms, "fossil" doesn't pertain to that ofprehistoric plants and animals, but rather that it is formed overperiods of time like a fossil. (By the way, fossils of prehistoric creatures
themselves are diﬃcult to burn, so they cannot be used as fuel.)

Petroleum

Natural gas

Global Decarbonizationand the Signiﬁcance ofHydrogen Utilization［Characteristics of Hydrogen］
Easy to transport

Inexhaustible

Storable

Does not emit CO2

Achieving carbon neutrality

To reduce global warming, we need to moderate the use of fossil fuels,
and aim for carbon neutrality. To meet these ends, hydrogen energy is
Achieving carbon neutrality

attracting attention around the world. Hydrogen has the following characteristics.
●Can generate electricity ●Is generated by water power, so there is noneed to worry about it being depleted as a resource ●Does not emit
carbon dioxide or other air pollutants during use ●Can be stored forElectricity

Transportation

Energy/othersextended periods of time, in large quantities, and used for emergencies
such as natural disasters ●Can be transported in various methods, so it
Applications

ples such as fuel cell vehicles (FCV)

Hydrogen can be used for various purposes

an important technology for achieving carbon neutrality. Therefore, it isworking on realizing a hydrogen society as a national project, and aims
to achieve hydrogen energy that is competitive with fossil fuels by 2050.
In addition, the government provides subsidies to promote hydrogen
activities.

Hydrogen

Increase

The EU, Germany, France, China, and other countries have announced
national hydrogen strategies. Japan is positioning hydrogen energy as

Applications

Natural gas
Petroleum
Coal

Increasecan be used wherever it is needed ●There are many application exam-

Other
clean
energyWhat can
BIOTECHWORKS-H2 do?

The company has already completed concept veriﬁcation, conﬁrming theirability to hydrogenate 6-7% of waste from textile products and 7-8% of foodresiduals. This provides a signiﬁcant advantage over similar projects, as it
avoids the need for detailed grinding and incineration, allowing for relatively
small-scale plants with reduced costs. The mixed gas generated in the gasiﬁcation furnace can be separated into hydrogen and CO2 (carbon dioxide).

"Project 'BiotechWorks H2': Converting Nearly All Organic Waste into Renew-

Hydrogen is recommended for generating renewable energy through fuel cells

able Energy

and hydrogen Co-generation. Meanwhile, CO2 is not released into the atmosphere but rather supplied to companies that consume large quantities ofCO2, such as beverage manufacturers, dry ice producers, and welding opera-

The 'BiotechWorks H2' project, aimed at replacing most waste with renewabletions. An additional advantage is the ability to measure and visualize theenergy and achieving a circular economy, ﬁnally kicked oﬀ this July, three years

energy recovered, the amount of CO2 reduction, and the environmental contri-

after its inception. Yamagin Co., Ltd., a company specializing in the develop-

bution. This means that participating companies can manage the waste

ment and sale of sustainable fabric materials located in Shibuya, Tokyo,

recovery and hydrogenation process. For regular clothing items, measuring

successfully utilized a special technique in concept veriﬁcation to hydrogenate

CO2 reduction and environmental contribution values is possible even before

discarded clothing without the need for sorting. In order to further advancethey hit the shelves, and the data can be utilized as ESG indicators. We will

their circular economy eﬀorts, Yamagin established a related company,

provide a traceability platform and application for visualizing the recovery and'BIOTECHWORKS-H2 Co., Ltd.' in Shibuya, Tokyo, which acts as an intermediaryhydrogenation process of endorsing companies, as these require specialized

for a system that chemically recycles organic waste, not limited to clothing but

technology.

including all types of organic waste, into clean hydrogen energy, connecting
businesses and individuals. Simultaneously, the project seeks to address

Considering their capability to convert 99% of organic waste into renewableenvironmental challenges and pave the way for a true circular economy

energy, not limited to clothing but also including food residuals, oﬃce waste,

without grey areas.

and the like, the project plans to provide a platform for collection in the future.
With the inclusion of food residuals, this model is expected to become evenmore eﬀective. We are already advancing proposals to shopping mall devel-

On the other hand, the American corporate entity, BIOTECHWORKS-H2 Inc.,

opers and local authorities, aiming to establish an era by 2030 where 'all waste

entered into an agreement with a plant company in the United States. Utilizing

becomes a resource, and waste is reduced to zero.'the plant as a base, they have adopted a gasiﬁcation method that canconvert over 99% of organic waste into renewable energy without the need for'BioTechWorks H2' is an unprecedented project that supports stakeholder

incineration.

development while being environmentally conscious."廃 棄 物 Z E ROプロジェクト

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Current waste treatment issues
・Collection and incineration are costly・Will be disposed of in landﬁll due to lack of facilities
・Emits a lot of CO2 when incinerated

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BIOTECHWORKS-H2®Circular Economy
Simply place your items in the designated collection box, and that's it. Leave the rest to us.
You can participate in sustainable practices without completely altering your current lifestyle.

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The amount of waste is measured,and values are provided

The amount of waste sent is aggregatedfor each company. Recyclable items are recycled,
and non-recyclable ones are sent to the plant.

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Waste is hydrogenatedWaste arrives at the plant! It is gasiﬁed andconverted into hydrogen without burning.

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Values of CO2 reduction are provided

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We will quantify and provide CO2 reduction

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values to our supporting companies.

and as fuel for cars and buses.

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How BIOTECHWORKS-H2®creates a circular economy*
Product Manufacturing

Utilizing Renewable Energy

Beverage
Water

Gasiﬁcation
No Burning
20% ofWaste isRecycled

BIOTECHWORKS-H2 Partnered Hydrogen Plant

CO2

Measurement/
Visualization

Gas
Separator

H2

Hydrogen
StationMixed Gas
Waste

The Remaining
80% of NonRecyclable Waste

Gas Cooling
SystemProduct Utilization

Measurement/
Visualization

Fuel Cells

Measurement/
Visualization

Reused SteamApproximately
10% ofslag
waste amount

Hydrogen
Cogeneration
The amount of CO2 recovered isapproximately 70% less compared toincineration. The generated CO2 is 100%

Asphalt

Building
Materials

reused (according to our research,compared to conventional waste

ReusedProduct Utilization

Utilizing Renewable Energy

Product Utilization

Dry
Ice

Utilizing Renewable Energy

Reusedincineration).

Utilizing Renewable Energy

Circular Economy: Refers to a resource-cycling economic model that minimizes waste and reduces environmental impact. This approach transforms the conventional 'linear economy' model(extract, manufacture, use, dispose of resources in a one-way process) and emphasizes the circulation of resources and products.

The Plant Features
No Burning (Gasiﬁcation)

Can Process with Attachments

Almost 100% of CO2 can be collectedCompatible with Nearly All Organic

Compact and Low-Cost

Its small size is due to the low-temperature processing, which also makes construction cost-eﬀective.

'No Burning' = 80% CO2 Reduction*'Capable of converting over 80% of non-recyclable waste into renewable energy' = Minimal Waste
It's said that 20% of waste is recycled.

*Based on Proof of Concept (POC) data. POC involves validating the development process in small functional cycles in an environment similar to actual operation before large-scale
development is undertaken. This provides an assessment of whether the desired eﬀects can be achieved and whether it can be a viable business, while identifying areas for improvement
and issues.

Hydrogen Applications
Hydrogen stations are locations where hydrogen can be refueled, and their use extends beyond
just vehicles.
For Vehicles: Hydrogen stations are primary sources for supplying hydrogen fuel to fuel cell vehicles(FCVs), which use hydrogen as fuel to generate electricity. They are known for being an exceptionally clean mode of transportation, emitting only water as a byproduct.
Hydrogen stations are locations where hydrogen can be refueled, and their use extends beyond
just vehicles.
For Vehicles: Hydrogen stations are primary sources for supplying hydrogen fuel to fuel cellvehicles (FCVs),which use hydrogen as fuel to generate electricity.
They are known for being an exceptionally clean mode of transportation,
emitting only water as a byproduct.

Hydrogen
Station

H2

Fuel Cell

Details on next page

Hydrogen
Cogeneration

Industrial Use: Hydrogen is used as an energy source in various industrial sectors, including industrial
processes, manufacturing, and metalworking, with hydrogen stations playing a role in facilitating
this.Supply of Thermal Energy: Hydrogen can produce thermal energy using fuel cells, making itsuitable for applications such as heating and industrial processes that require heat energy.
Backup Power: Hydrogen fuel cells are employed as backup power sources, especially during emergencies or disasters. In places where a continuous power supply is crucial, fuel cell power plants
using hydrogen stations may be installed.
Hydrogen Cogeneration: This process utilizes hydrogen as an energy source to simultaneously
generate electricity and heat, built on hydrogen fuel cell technology. It's an environmentally friendly,
next-generation clean energy system that emits no CO2 and garners signiﬁcant attention.
Turbine Drive: In this approach, thermal energy is transformed through high-temperature,high-pressure steam driving turbine blades, which, in turn, powers generators to produce electricity.
This thermal energy can be harnessed for various purposes, including heating and hot water supply,
enabling the dual utilization of energy and enhancing the overall system's eﬃciency.

How Fuel Cells Generate Electricity andHeat Using Hydrogen
Hydrogen market will become
a 50 trillion yen industry in 2030

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In Japan, the Forecasted Market Size for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells is Estimatedto Reach 50 Trillion Yen by 2030.
Source: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's 'Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Strategy Roadmap' (June 2014), prepared by NEDO, Reference [3].

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On a global scale, the hydrogen market
is expected to reach 50 trillion yen
by 2030 and grow to a 160 trillion yen
industry by 2050.

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Stationary Fuel Cells

Fuel Cells, often mistaken for a type of battery due to their name, actually use the reverse principle of 'Electrolysis of Water' to generate electricity and water byreacting hydrogen with oxygen. While battery power requires recharging, fuel cells continue to generate power as long as the fuel (hydrogen and oxygen) is supplied.
They have even been successfully used in spacecraft. As long as you have a source of hydrogen and access to oxygen from the air, you can continue generating
power, and the resulting water can be used as drinking water. In other words, on Earth, where you have access to oxygen from the air, you can generate power aslong as you have a source of hydrogen.

No waste until the end— CO2 (carbon dioxide)
ReusedDry
Ice

Beverage
Water

Gasiﬁcation

CO2

Measurement/
Visualization

Gas
Separator

H2

The amount of CO2 recovered
can be reduced by approximately 70% compared to combustion incineration.
100% of the CO2 generated isreused.
(Comparison with conventional
garbage incineration according to our research)

Mixed Gas
Gas Cooling
SystemAll output of CO2 can be sold = 100% reusedNo waste till the end
Gasiﬁcation— slag (processed waste)
Mixed Gas
The Remaining
80% of NonRecyclable Waste

Gas Cooling
SystemMeasurement/
Visualization
Reused SteamApproximately
10% ofslag
waste amountThe amount of CO2 recovered isapproximately 70% less compared toincineration. The generated CO2 is 100%

Asphalt

Building
Materials

reused (according to our research,compared to conventional waste

Reusedincineration).

All slug output can be sold = 100% reusedFour Services Enabled by BIOTECHWORKS-H2®

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Visualizing CO2 Reduction and Providing Evidence

The BIOTECHWORKS-H2® project empowers individuals and companies toachieve a groundbreaking circular economy without requiring them tomake signiﬁcant sacriﬁces or changes to their daily lives. We pledge tocontinuously oﬀer cutting-edge sustainability and innovation to our

supporters and stakeholders, with a commitment to addressing andresolving environmental issues for the future of our planet and thewell-being of our children.

Scheduled to begin on January 1, 2025 (BIOTECHWORKS-H2 Inc.)
Reference

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Visualizing CO2 Reduction during Product Collection

By promoting the environmental contributions of products to consumers

even before production, companies can enhance their image and boost
collection eﬀorts. This approach not only supports BtoC but also provides

robust assistance in proposals to BtoB clients, contributing to the carbon
neutrality of those businesses.

廃棄物ZEROプロジェクト

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RECYCLE ME
S EE YO U AGAI N S O O N!

廃棄物 ZE ROプロジェクト

ごみ から 水 素 へ

RECYC LE MES E E YO U AGA I N S O O N !

Scheduled to begin on April 1, 2024 (BIOTECHWORKS-H2 Inc.)
Reference

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Plant Construction Consulting and Royalty Agreements

BIOTECHWORKS-H2 Inc. has partnered with an American plant company,

enabling advanced plant construction and consulting for facilities,

including power generation equipment. Furthermore, the company canoperate carbon-neutral facilities by recycling collected waste through its

own plant for hydrogen production and power generation. Scheduled to

begin on January 1, 2025 (BIOTECHWORKS-H2 Inc. US)

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SDGs Consulting

SDGs are complex and challenging, but BIOTECHWORKS-H2® is here tosimplify them. We make the dream of achieving SDGs a reality without

signiﬁcant disruptions to your daily routines. Scheduled to begin on

September 1, 2023 (BIOTECHWORKS-H2 Inc. US)

BIOTECHWORKS-H2® Plan until 2030

2023
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Establishment of BIOTECHWORKS-H2 Inc. (July)
BIOTECHWORKS-H2 Inc. US (July)

Commencement of Supporter Membership Recruitment (August)

2024
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Full Launch of Services

Visualization of CO2 Reduction during Product Collection Prior to Sales
Pant Construction Consulting and Royalty Agreements

SDGs Consulting

2025
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Planned Start of Plant Construction for Converting Waste to
Renewable Energy
Visualizing CO2 Reduction and Providing Evidence
Commencement of Collection in Line with Plant Operation

2030▶

Conversion of All Organic Waste to Renewable Energy▶

Achieving Carbon Neutrality

Let's Join a Global Projectfor Decarbonization.
The establishment of the Paris Agreement in 2015 marked a groundbreaking global consensus aimed at achieving substantial zero emissions of greenhouse gases and has a profound impact on the future of
our planet. Simultaneously, the transition to a decarbonized society, as
envisioned by the Paris Agreement, also presents opportunities for new
growth and development. Furthermore, these eﬀorts towards decarbonization align with the shared vision set forth by the United Nations'Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted in 2015. As we collectively strive towards realizing a decarbonized society by 2050, the rolesof businesses, local governments, and various organizations havebecome increasingly pivotal.
The potential of any single company is limited in isolation. We are seeking the participation of numerous companies, municipalities, organizations, NGOs, and all those who are genuinely committed to advancing
eﬀorts for a decarbonized society through the worldwide project ofconverting waste into renewable energy, known as 'BIOTECHWORKS-H2'. Together, we can collectively address the challenge ofachieving a decarbonized society.

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Turning Waste into Energy
A Visible Contribution to the Environment

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