Sharp today signed a partnership agreement with both local governments in Nara Prefecture and Tenri City in Nara Prefecture with the aim of contributing to the revitalization of local communities through industrial promotion and sustainable economic development within the prefecture. By cooperating and promoting the three main themes, we will lead to mutual development between the region and our company.
| themes | summary |
| Creation of manufacturing startups and promotion of growth | Efforts have been strengthened by adding a new Nara Prefecture to attract startup companies and support occupancy within our research and development base “Sharp General Development Center (Tenri City),” which has been implemented with Tenri City since 2020. Increase the amount of support ※1 Conduct educational programs on manufacturing in Nara Prefecture aimed at fostering future entrepreneurs and startup companies for young people, etc. ① Manufacturing Boot Camp*2 [Target: Working Persons/University/Vocational School Students] ② Social science study at Sharp Museum (Tenri City) [Target: elementary and middle school students] |
| Achieving carbon neutrality by promoting the spread of green energy | Utilize renewable energy and promote community development for a decarbonized society through efficient control of solar power generation and storage batteries in homes ※3 |
| Resolving regional issues using advanced technology | Promote resolution and revitalization of regional issues based on advanced technology, products, and solutions*3 |
Starting with the “Monozukuri Boot Camp” in 2016, we have been developing open incubation activities such as the “Mass Production Acceleration Program*4.” Taking advantage of the conclusion of this agreement, we will further strengthen cooperation with startup companies and local communities to create new businesses.
Information on recruitment of tenants: https://oi.jp.sharp/antenna/detail_133.html
*1 Assistance includes conditions such as the conclusion of a 5-year tenancy agreement and an examination by 3 parties. For details, please contact the Nara Prefecture Regional Development Department Taiheino Central Concept and Startup Promotion Division (0742-27-8946/ yamachu@office.pref.nara.lg.jp) and Tenri City Environmental Economy Department Industrial Promotion Division (0743-63-1001/ sangyoukyousou@city.tenri.nara.jp), and the following office.
*2 A training program aimed at preventing cost loss and speed delays due to problems anticipated between the prototype production stage and the mass production stage.
*3 Specific details will be discussed and examined by the three parties in the future.
*4 A program that provides practical support from mass production specification determination, factory selection to estimate scrutiny, mass production launch, and final product quality confirmation.
■ Inquiries from customers
Prospective tenants: Research and Development Division General Affairs Department 050-5433-4737/ TENRI-OPENOFFICE@sharp.co.jp