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Kitakyushu’s Challenge to Promote the Development of Green Industry
Kitakyushu’s Challenge to Promote the Development of Green Industry
Kenji KitahashiMayor, City of Kitakyushu, Japan
Today’s Points
1 Pillars of Kitakyushu’s environmental policies
2 Action taken on behalf of Kitakyushu’s environment (1) Overcoming severe environmental pollution (2) Development of eco-industries (3) International cooperation with cities overseas ( 4 ) New challenges for city’s “Green Growth” strategy
1 Pillars of Kitakyushu’s environmental policies
2 Action taken on behalf of Kitakyushu’s environment (1) Overcoming severe environmental pollution (2) Development of eco-industries (3) International cooperation with cities overseas ( 4 ) New challenges for city’s “Green Growth” strategy
Compatibility of environment and economyCompatibility of environment and economy
Population: 975,000Population: 975,000 (Oct 2011)(Oct 2011)
Area: 487.89kmArea: 487.89km22 (Oct 2010) (Oct 2010)
GDP: 3.52 trillion yen (2008)GDP: 3.52 trillion yen (2008)
Development of an Industrial CitySupporting the Modernization of Japan
Major businesses in the Kitakyushu area
NIPPON STEEL CORPORATION
YASKAWA Electric
TOTO
Four major Industrial areasFour major Industrial areas
JapanJapan
KitakyushuKitakyushu
Mainstay of Kitakyushu’s Environmental Policies
Kitakyushu’s Basic Concept & Plan Eco-Model City
Paving the way for economic development through environmental action
World Capital of Sustainable
Development
Technology Capital of Asia
Create city brand
Approved July 2008
Encouraging the city’s people and culture to create an environmentally- and technology-
rich city hand-in-hand with the world
Objective of city development
Based on the principle of a resource-based society
Creation of low carbon society
CO2 reduction target (2050)
Citywide: 50%
150% decrease in Asia150% decrease in Asia
Living together, creating together
Living together, creating together
Enhance the city’s sustainability
Enhance the city’s sustainability
“Dokai Bay, the Sea of Death”Water pollution in the bay disintegrated screws on ships and even E. coli could
not be detected.
Kitakyushu, the site of Japan’s most deplorable air pollution, saw nearby elementary schools
close down due to the pollution
Overcoming Severe Pollution:Kitakyushu’s Experience
1960s1960s
Overcoming Severe Pollution:Kitakyushu’s Experience
1960s1960s TodayToday
Partnership
Residents observing a private company
Environmental supervision &environmental infrastructure
Local Government Private Enterprises
Cleaner Production & pollution control equipment
Study session on air pollution measures with university professors
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Key Factors: Partnerships among Multi-Stakeholders
Residents
Source: World Bank, MEIP Report, 1993
Compatibility of Environmental Improvement and Economic Growth
Economic Development (Value of shipments: 100 billion yen)
1960
1968
1980
Environmental pollution (Sulfur oxide)(mg-SO3/100cm2/day)
Achieving economic developmenttogether with
environmental improvement
Approved 1997, Started operations 1998No. business facilities: 29No. research facilities: 16
Collection/treatment of rare metals
Automobile recyclingR&D on recycling
technologies for solar power systems
Fluorescent lighting recycling
・ Investment ~66 billion yen・ Employees ~1,300・ Visitors ~940,000 (1998-March 2011)
・ Investment ~66 billion yen・ Employees ~1,300・ Visitors ~940,000 (1998-March 2011)
Japan’s Largest Eco-Town Japan’s Largest Eco-Town
Taking on the Challenge of a Resource Recycling SocietyKitakyushu Eco-Town Project
Mitsubishi Materials15 types of waste treatment and recycling, such as metal waste and sludge
Yaskawa ElectricEnergy saving, inverters
Mitsubishi ChemicalProcessable organic photovoltaicsNext-generation flexible and lightweight photovoltaic modules
Low-Carbon Technologies in Kitakyushu
Nippon Coke & EngineeringCDQ (Coke Dry Quenching Process)Supply power and steam to neighboring factoriesPower generation capacity: 27,900kW
Eco-TechnoWestern Japan’s largest eco-technology expo that displays the latest eco-technologies, products and information
Eco-TechnoWestern Japan’s largest eco-technology expo that displays the latest eco-technologies, products and information
Outline started in 2004 Technologies and products (eco-products), as well as services (eco-services) within the city that reduce impacts on the environment are selected as “Eco-Premiums,” which then promote the environmental activities of local industries through their expansion and penetration into various markets. Focal points: Resource conservation, energy saving, long-lasting, simple
maintenance, leasing, reusing, etc.
Thick boards manufactured
in electric arc furnaces using
steel scrap
75% reduction in CO2 emissions
Eco-friendly sanitary ceramic products (with tank)
Reduces amount of water flushed to
4.8 liters
Next-generation lighting CCFL
Long-lasting (similar to LED). Energy
savings of 20-40% compared with
fluorescent lights.
Creating a low-carbon economy through eco-products and services(Select eco-premium goods)
Kitakyushu Eco-Premium
Core science and research focal point in Asia
Create new industries, advance technology
Promoting local industries and academic institutions, such as universities that apply “knowledge”
Continuous “Collection of Knowledge”~ Kitakyushu Science and Research Park ~
Graduate School, Waseda University
Graduate School of Information, Production and SystemsInformation, Production and Systems Research Center
Kyushu Institute of Technology
Graduate School of Life Science and System EngineeringCenter for Human Quality of Life Through IT
University of Kitakyushu
Faculty of Environmental EngineeringGraduate School of Environmental Engineering
Graduate School, Fukuoka University
Graduate School of Engineering
Open in April 2001Open in April 2001
Environment & InformationEnvironment & Information
Contributing to the improvement of the global environment
with the experience and know-how acquired in the process of
environmental improvement
International Cooperation with Cities Overseas
Trainees: 6,207 persons, 138 countries
Experts sent overseas: 160+ persons
Kitakyushu International Techno-cooperative Association (KITA)Kitakyushu International Techno-cooperative Association (KITA)
Japan International Cooperation AgencyKyushu International Center (JICA Kyushu)
Japan International Cooperation AgencyKyushu International Center (JICA Kyushu)
Environmental Cooperation (China)
1994 2000
※Dalian received the Global 500 award in 2001
Japan-China Recycling Society Cooperation Project (Eco-Town)Cooperation for actions to create resource-
recycling cities in China, using Kitakyushu’s
Eco-Town Project as reference
2007-08 Qingdao
2008-09 Tianjin
2009-10 Dalian
Cooperation for actions to create resource-
recycling cities in China, using Kitakyushu’s
Eco-Town Project as reference
2007-08 Qingdao
2008-09 Tianjin
2009-10 Dalian
Environmental Improvement Project in DalianEnvironmental Improvement Project in DalianAt the Prime Minister’s official residence (May 2008)At the Prime Minister’s official residence (May 2008)
The People’s Daily (Dec 17, 2009) reported that Kitakyushu’s rich experiences in environmental protection and development of advanced technologies deserve to be used as a model for application to China today.
Kitakyushu’s actions attract attention from international society
Xi Jinping (Vice-President of PRC) made a formal visit to Kitakyushu on Dec 16, 2009
Xi Jinping (Vice-President of PRC) made a formal visit to Kitakyushu on Dec 16, 2009
Leading Figures from China Visiting Kitakyushu
International Environmental Cooperation (Indonesia)Environmental improvement in Surabaya, Indonesia’s 2nd largest city
Spread of organic waste composting techniques from Kitakyushu to over 20,000 households in Surabaya
30% reduction of waste
Spread of organic waste composting techniques from Kitakyushu to over 20,000 households in Surabaya
30% reduction of waste
Koji Takakura of JPEC teaching about the composting techniqueKoji Takakura of JPEC teaching about the composting technique
City in 2001Streets overrun by garbage
Surabaya’s streets todayIncreased greenery in parks and along roads using compost
A joint statement was made in March 2011 on a strategic environmental partnership between Surabaya and Kitakyushu.
(Left: The Honorable Tri Rismaharini, Mayor, City of Surabaya)(Left: The Honorable Tri Rismaharini, Mayor, City of Surabaya)
International Environmental Cooperation (Indonesia)
International Environmental Cooperation (Cambodia)
Kitakyushu staff providing on-site technological guidance
Since cooperation began in 1999, there has been rapid improvement in Phnom Penh’s water supply
October 2011
A friendship award was granted to staff involved in cooperation activities by the Government of Cambodia to commemorate the many years of cooperation.
October 2011
A friendship award was granted to staff involved in cooperation activities by the Government of Cambodia to commemorate the many years of cooperation.
(1996⇒ 2006)(1996⇒ 2006)
Water supply diffusion rate: 25%=>90%
Water supply time: 10h => 24h
%of non-revenue water: 72% => 8%
Water Business with Hai Phong, Viet Nam
October 2011A comprehensive MoU on water projects was concluded between the two cities based on past exchange and cooperative agreements
Hai Phong authorized the introduction of the water block system adopted by Kitakyushu and is targeting improvement within five years
Development of new water-based business in Hai PhongDevelopment of new water-based business in Hai Phong
April 2009
MoU with Hai Phong for exchange and cooperation
Carrying out cooperation, such as enhancing support for businesses, implementing governmental exchange activities, and developing human resources
April 2009
MoU with Hai Phong for exchange and cooperation
Carrying out cooperation, such as enhancing support for businesses, implementing governmental exchange activities, and developing human resources
(L: Mr. Trinh Quang Huy, Chairman of the People’s Committee Hai Phong)(L: Mr. Trinh Quang Huy, Chairman of the People’s Committee Hai Phong)
(L: Deputy Chair, Hai Phong Diet Affairs Committee)(L: Deputy Chair, Hai Phong Diet Affairs Committee)
Achievement
s of
agreement
Achievement
s of
agreement
Sea 100 m
①Sewage membrane treatment area
①Sewage membrane treatment area
②UF/RO membrane system area
(2F: Observation Bldg. )
②UF/RO membrane system area
(2F: Observation Bldg. )
③Test bed③Test bed
Seawater intake
Sewage discharge
Product water from sewage: 1,000m3/dayProduct water from seawater: 400m3/day
Water Plaza:
The Water Plaza is a demo plant for recycling water, integrating the processes of sewage membrane treatment (sewage reuse system) and seawater desalination.
(Capacity: 1,400m3/day)
・ Development/testing of world class technology
・ Showroom disseminating info
・ Used for on-site training for overseas trainees
Started operations in April 2011
New Challenges①Water Plaza (Water recycling demo plant)
Water PlazaWater Plaza
New Challenges② Kitakyushu Smart Community Development Project
Creating a new lifestyle with locally produced and locally consumed energySelected as one of four bases in Japan in April 2010
新エネルギー等新エネルギー等
Smart buildings Smart housing
Power grid
Hydrogen network
Wind power
Natural gas co-generation
Next-generation SS
Solar panels
IT grid
Smart schools
Installing a large quantity of smart
meters
Local power conservation center
Hydrogen by-products
Fuel cells
Establishment of “Kitakyushu Asian Center for Low Carbon Society” (Asia Green Camp), the country’s first, in June 2010 with an objective to promote
low-carbon societies and create environmental business in Asia.
Promote in Asia!
Hiroshi Komiyama, President(Former President, Tokyo University)
New Challenges③ Development of Eco-Business in Asia
Energy business
Recycling business
Water business
Environmental impact control
business
Aims of Asian Center for Low Carbon SocietyNeeds of newly emerging economies: Not only the simple export of
technology, but going beyond to create green cities
Order-made systemCity (area) export
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Asian region’sFocal point for
demonstrations and development of human
resources
GHG reductionBilateral credit
Focal point for environmental business in the Asian region
Experience in overcoming pollution
Collective strength as a top eco-city (Kitakyushu)Collective strength as a top eco-city (Kitakyushu)
Leading social system(Eco-Town, other)
Standout eco-technologies
Respond to the diverse needs of Asian cities and businesses“Eco-cities” and “Smart Communities,” other
Respond to the diverse needs of Asian cities and businesses“Eco-cities” and “Smart Communities,” other
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Projects Aiming Towards Bilateral MechanismsYaskawa Electric (World’s largest share in industrial robots, inverters)METI project promoting wider use of technologies to counter global warming
(October 2010)
Yaskawa Electric (World’s largest share in industrial robots, inverters)METI project promoting wider use of technologies to counter global warming
(October 2010)
This project tested the potential for
energy savings and reducing GHG
emissions, based on the data collected
from past trials and research, in three
factories in Beijing where existing
equipment had been updated with highly
efficient motor systems and inverters.
This project tested the potential for
energy savings and reducing GHG
emissions, based on the data collected
from past trials and research, in three
factories in Beijing where existing
equipment had been updated with highly
efficient motor systems and inverters.
TOTO (Global leader in home equipment and fixtures)TOTO (Global leader in home equipment and fixtures)
MOEJ feasibility study on new mechanisms (July 2011)MOEJ feasibility study on new mechanisms (July 2011)
○Creation of measuring technique to reduce CO2 emissions from water use○Intercity/bilateral credit system○Examine introduction of measures to expand use of water saving equipment ・ Low-interest financing ・ Introduction of certification system for water saving equipment, other
○Creation of measuring technique to reduce CO2 emissions from water use○Intercity/bilateral credit system○Examine introduction of measures to expand use of water saving equipment ・ Low-interest financing ・ Introduction of certification system for water saving equipment, other
MoU with UNIDO
Conclusion of MoU with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) on mutual collaboration for the realization of a low-carbon society in June 2010
(L : Dr. Kandeh Yumkella, Director General of UNIDO )(L : Dr. Kandeh Yumkella, Director General of UNIDO )
Asian Center for Low-Carbon
Society
Beijing Environment
Exchange
Creation of information platform as a channel for both Japan and China
MoU with China Beijing Environment Exchange (August 2011)
Promoting eco-business between companies in China and Japan
Fostering Environmental Power in Residents
Certified as a regional centre of expertise for ESD by UNU
Certified as a regional centre of expertise for ESD by UNU Environment Museum (Focal point for
environmental education and learning)Environment Museum (Focal point for environmental education and learning)
Hibiki Biotope: Formally open in fall 2012Hibiki Biotope: Formally open in fall 2012Tree planting (NGO “Green Corridor with Birds Singing”)
Tree planting (NGO “Green Corridor with Birds Singing”)
Kitakyushu: Eco-City of the Future
Creating a city in which the brilliant light of its people lead to a prosperous, peaceful and energy-filled city
~Harnessing the city’s experience overcoming pollution and its unceasing innovation~
●Formation/expansion of low-carbon areas implementing local energy management system・ Smart Community project
●City Forest Project~ Creating a city symbiotic with nature~・ Planting 1 million trees (city greening)・ Multi-generational farming exchange activities on idle land Other
●Maintaining/improving health through local connections・ Prevention of lifestyle-related diseases and serious illnesses・ Local “GO!GO! Health” project (local community health project)
●Educational plan for children’s futures・ Providing school helpers・ Promoting school education linking with the business community, other
●Asian Center for Low Carbon Society・ Smart Community project, overseas
development of Eco-Towns●Exporting water infrasructure overseas
●Supporting reconstruction of disaster-affected areas・ Expanding output from smart community project to Kamaishi city (reconstruction support)
Environment Response to unprecedented aging society
・ Int’l eco-business・ Reconstruction support, risk
reduction
Concept
Water PlazaWater Plaza
Selected as OECD Green Growth Model City
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) selected Kitakyushu as a green growth model city in July 2011, having been evaluated for its activities and achievements in international environmental cooperation and the city’s Eco-Town project.
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) selected Kitakyushu as a green growth model city in July 2011, having been evaluated for its activities and achievements in international environmental cooperation and the city’s Eco-Town project.
Other cities selected include Paris, Chicago, StockholmOther cities selected include Paris, Chicago, Stockholm
L: Ms. Yoshie Nakatani (Director, OECD Tokyo)L: Ms. Yoshie Nakatani (Director, OECD Tokyo)
Creation of a WIN-WIN Relationship
Kitakyushu’s environmental technology making the world a better
place
Kitakyushu’s environmental technology making the world a better
place
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