Since its establishment in June 1990, Global Environment Forum-KANSAI has
been engaged in survey, research and proposal related to global environmental
problems.
Shiga Environmental Business Exhibition 2007 Seminar
October 25 (Thur.), 2007
Venue: Central Conference Room, Nagahama Institute of Bio-Science and
Technology
The seminar was held after the 4th Assessment Report released by the IPCC which concluded that global warming
was a reality and as a result, 20 - 30% of all wildlife around the world
was in danger of extinction as many species could not adjust to sudden
changes of their habitats. The seminar involved participants in discussing
the meaning of biodiversity preservation and various activities of businesses
and other circles.
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The 3rd Symposium on Global Warming
Prevention
March 19 (Wed.),
2008
Venue: Yodonoma Room, RIHGA ROYAL NCB
In the backdrop to this symposium lied the release of the 4th Assessment Report by the IPCC, the adoption of the Bali roadmap, at the
COP13, the start of the First Commitment Period of the Kyoto Protocol and
an emerging trend around the world of countries trying to take the initiative
in building a post‐Kyoto Protocol framework. Together with participants,
this symposium focused on long‐term strategies that Japan could use to develop the
country into a low carbon society.
Visit to Vietnam
December 10 (Wed.) -
13 (Sat.), 2007
GEF‐K members traveled to Danang and Hue in Socialist Republic of Vietnam for a current situation survey. In Danang,
it was learned that the city promoted eco‐friendly industries
and tried to attract businesses in the IT, financial and communication sectors.
In Hue, tourism‐related industries are strong largely because of the
World Heritage Complex of Hue Monuments, but pollution associated with growing
urbanization is an issue.
Interchange with LESTARI, Malaysia
March 24 (Mon.) - 25
(Tue.), 2008
GEF‐K invited Dr. Ahmad Fariz Mohamed of the Institute for
Environment and Development (LESTARI), National University of Malaysia, to
report the result of the sponsored survey titled “Study on toxic and hazardous
wastes recovery potential in Malaysia” in the meeting of its Economic
Development, Environment and Energy in Asia Council. Also, while in Japan, Dr.
Mohamed toured the advanced waste processing facilities at the headquarters
factory of GEF‐K business‐member, Daiei Service Co., Ltd.
 
Award Ceremony of the 4th Younger Generation
Eco Message Poster Design Contest
January 23 (Wed.),
2008
Venue: Kids Plaza Hall, Kids Plaza Osaka
 After careful screening of 93 entries, judges selected one 1st Place, three 2nd Place and ten 3rd
Place award‐winners. At the Award Ceremony, the judges commented on works and shared opinions
with the young contestants who aspired to become designers.
Judges
Akio OKUMURA Visiting Professor, Kyoto University/ Designer
Yoichi KAYA Director‐General, RITE / Professor Emeritus,
The University of Tokyo
Kozo IWATA President, ROCK FIELD CO., LTD. /
Vice Chairman, The Kobe Chamber of Commerce
and Industry
Chiyono TERADA President, Art Corporation / Vice Chairman, Kansai
Economic Federation
Yoshio HATA Professor, School of Policy Studies, Kwansei
Gakuin University
Goichi MUKAI Professor, Faculty of Fine Arts, Kyoto City
University of Arts
Yukiko SHINOZAKI Moderator, Environmental Education and
Enlightenment Council, GEF‐K /
President, City Life Institute
Publication of “Nearby Tidal Land Worth Knowing”
March 2008
The Human Life and Water Environment Council formed an Editorial Committee* that prepared and published the pamphlet
“Nearby Tidal Land Worth Knowing” depicting the eco‐systems of tidal
areas, showing their scarcity in recent years and conservation efforts. The
pamphlet was distributed to GEF‐K members and others. It was intended to inspire people
to think about what can be done today to preserve biodiversity.
* Chief Editor : Shiro AYA
(Professor, Osaka Institute of Technology /
Council Member, Human Life and
Water Environment Council, GEF‐K)
Editors : Naotoshi TAKADA (Professor Emeritus, Osaka City University)
Ryohei YAMANISHI
(Director General, Osaka Museum of Natural History)
Posting of “Urban Projects and Environmental Services as Sustain ability Benchmarks” Page on GEF‐K’s Website
This part of GEF‐K’s website posts information on efforts made in the Kinki region and Seoul, Korea to improve urban environments. It is designed to provide
information on “sustainable urban development” from the Kansai.
Posting of “Kansai’s Top 100 Scenic Places” Page on GEF‐K’s
Website
This part of GEF‐K’s website introduces 100 of the Kansai’s most scenic locations in terms of
nature, history, culture, living and environmental conservation efforts.
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