Completion of Flood Control Embankment Construction at Tomari Power Plant

Construction Overview

Hokkaido Electric Power began the flood control embankment construction at Tomari Power Plant on 2024-03-28, with an expected completion date of August 2027. The construction cost is approximately 106.7 billion yen, adopting a rock-reinforced structure using concrete and cement-modified soil. The embankment will be built with a height of 19.0 meters above sea level and a maximum width of 30 meters, directly supported by bedrock to ensure high safety. The project prioritizes safety and quality, aiming for early completion.

Future Outlook and Impact on Investors

This flood control embankment construction is part of tsunami countermeasures related to climate change and contributes to improving the safety of the power plant. Once completed, it is expected to reduce natural disaster risks and ensure long-term operational stability. Although the construction cost is substantial, it is regarded as a measure to enhance investment safety and reliability. Moving forward, the company will strengthen safety, seismic, and tsunami countermeasures to gain regional trust and ensure business continuity.