Key Facts
• Tohoku Electric Power confirmed peregrine falcon fledging at New Sendai Power Plant.
• Conservation efforts began in 2015, marking 11 years of continuous activity.
• Peregrine falcons are classified as endangered (Category II) on Japan’s Red List.
• Artificial nests were installed on the plant’s chimneys to support safe breeding.
• In May 2025, three chicks were born, all fledging by June 12, 2025.
• This marks six consecutive years of successful breeding since 2020.
• Peregrine falcons faced population decline due to urbanization and pollution.
• Tohoku Electric Power prioritizes biodiversity and sustainable coexistence with nature.
• The company adheres to its “Four Principles of Environmental Action.”
• Staff expressed joy and relief at the successful fledging this year.
Summary
Tohoku Electric Power’s New Sendai Power Plant has achieved another milestone in its conservation efforts for the endangered peregrine falcon. Since 2015, the company has maintained artificial nests on its chimneys, providing a safe breeding environment. In May 2025, three falcon chicks were born, and all successfully fledged by June 12, marking six consecutive years of breeding success. Peregrine falcons, once threatened by urbanization and pollution, continue to benefit from these efforts. Tohoku Electric Power’s commitment to biodiversity and sustainable coexistence aligns with its “Four Principles of Environmental Action.” Staff expressed pride in the program’s success, emphasizing the importance of harmony between industrial operations and nature.
