Founded on April 1, 1978 in center of Tokyo, the Institute of Applied Energy(IAE) is an autonomous, nonprofit organization conducting technology related research in broad energy areas. To secure stable energy supply and address global environmental issues, strategic planning and implementation from long-term and global perspectives are prerequisites. The IAE’s researchers conduct studies and organize projects with the broad network developed among industry, academia and the government. The activities of IAE are supported by the contributions from the industry members and research contracts with government agencies, private industries, etc