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Update:April 1, 2010

September 12, Session-2

Session 2 Energy Savings in Japan and USA

Outline:

In this session, we focussed on the energy saving policies of two governments, such as those of the USA and Japan. This introduced the effectiveness of harmony between a healthy environment and sustainable development, giving examples of US and Japanese energy policies and management from the perspectives of energy professionals.

In the Japan's session, the lecture examined the Japan's energy conservation activities, such as Japan's Energy Policy, Electricity Demand Management as the Japan's energy trends, Effective Activities of Education and Measurements and so on. In particular, the lecture was given an example of Energy Conservation Center of Japan.

In the USA's session, the lecture examined the renewable energy sources and high voltage direct current electrical system and the electric utility industry. In particular, the lecture was given an example of American cases of energy policy by US Department of Energy.

Objectives:

The participants will:

  • (1) examine energy efficiency and power technologies for the improvement of economic and environmental performance
  • (2) be introduced to Japan's and USA's energy saving policies
  • (3) understand energy savings in relation to UNFCCC on renewable enrgy policy

Discussion Topics:

What have you seen and heard in this session?

Special Occasion

The Harvest Moon KOTO Concert

The Local Japanese KOTO performing circle (YU) was putting on, a traditional Japanese music concert.

Date:

September 12, 2000

Time:

1930-2100

Venue:

Mie Suzuka Sanroku Research Park Center (2nd Floor)