Key Facts
• Tohoku Electric Power’s New Sendai Thermal Power Plant confirmed falcon fledglings in 2025.
• Three falcon chicks were born in May and fledged on June 12, 2025.
• Conservation efforts began in 2015, marking 11 years of continuous activity.
• Falcons are classified as Near Threatened on Japan’s Red List.
• Artificial nests were installed on the plant’s chimneys to support safe breeding.
• This marks the sixth consecutive year of successful falcon breeding since 2020.
• Tohoku Electric Power prioritizes biodiversity and sustainable coexistence with nature.
• The company follows its “Environmental Action Principles” to protect natural habitats.
• Staff expressed joy and relief at the successful fledging of the falcon chicks.
• The initiative highlights corporate contributions to long-term wildlife conservation.
Summary
Tohoku Electric Power’s New Sendai Thermal Power Plant has confirmed the successful fledging of three falcon chicks in 2025, continuing its 11-year conservation initiative. The program, which began in 2015, involves installing artificial nests on the plant’s chimneys to provide a safe breeding environment for falcons, a species classified as Near Threatened in Japan. This marks the sixth consecutive year of successful breeding since 2020, showcasing the effectiveness of the company’s long-term efforts. Tohoku Electric Power remains committed to minimizing biodiversity impacts and fostering sustainable coexistence with nature. Staff expressed pride and joy in witnessing the fledging, emphasizing the importance of corporate contributions to wildlife conservation.
