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Energy and Environment 2003-2004. Japan's Electric Power Industry in the world
| Author | Fed. Electric Power Companies |
| Date | 2003 |
| Classification | 4.21.0.00/18 (JAPAN - GENERAL) |
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From the publication:
Foreword Pollution problems first became a social concern in Japan in the 1960's with the development of heavy chemical industries adjacent to urban centers. As countermeasures to these problems, governmental and private organizations took steps to develop anti-pollution measures in their respective fields, by making special efforts to select low-pollution forms of energy when importing primary energy resources. Thanks to these measures, pollution problems have been largely overcome, and today Japan boasts some of the world's most advanced antipollution policies. While playing a central role in these developments, the electric power industry gave special priority to the specific environmental concerns of each region. In establishing integrated operations from generation to distribution, careful consideration was given to the characteristics of industries closely related to each region, and the most effective measures within equipment and operating limitations were implemented at any given time. The industry has not only upheld the regulations and standards set by national and municipal governments, but has worked to develop and promote even more stringent anti-pollution measures. In establishing power supply systems, the industry gives equal consideration to environmental concerns as to supply stability and economy. When determining the location of a power-generating plant, pertinent environmental impact studies are conducted beforehand, taking into consideration the possible effect on local residents and surrounding land and marine ecosystems. The utmost efforts are made to preserve the natural environment around the plant through tree planting, landscaping and other activities. In addition, the effective use, recycling, management, disposal and reduction of waste materials is actively promoted. The resolution of global environmental problems requires a combination of international efforts and activities strongly rooted in each individual community. Hence efforts by the electric power industry must include, in addition to domestic measures, international cooperative efforts such as the transfer to other developed countries of technologies that facilitate efficient energy use and environmental preservation, and the promotion of activities for the reduction of energy and resource consumption and environmental restoration. These must be implemented not by the industry alone, but should involve society as a whole in order that individuals and communities can act together to ensure their success. This brochure provides information on the activities of Japan's electric power companies which are directed at the reduction of energy and resource consumption, environmental preservation and the problem of global warming. It is hoped that the information will enable you to gain a better understanding of the industry's activities as well as the vital link between energy and the environment.
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