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The aim is to examine how fossil capitalism influenced Japan's electrification before the 1930s.

Powering Modernity: Fossil Capitalism and Japan's Electrification

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Historical analysis reveals fossil capitalism's role in Japan's electrification, highlighting market dynamics and state support.

The aim is to examine how fossil capitalism influenced Japan's electrification before the 1930s.
Historical analysis of Japan's electrification processes
Examination of energy infrastructure development
Assessment of market dynamics and regulatory frameworks
Privately owned utilities expanded by converting coal and hydropower into electricity.
Novel financial instruments emerged from competition among utilities.
Government adopted market mechanisms to support electrification with limited regulatory oversight.

Chenxiao Li (2026) studied this question.

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