Progress Report
Earthquake Response Cooperation Program for Energy Supply Systems (Phase 1)
by Chinese Taipei
EWG 21, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 18-19 May 2000
After the Earthquake Response Cooperation Program for Energy Supply Systems (Phase 1) was approved at EWG20, the Energy Commission of Chinese Taipei initiated the project bidding process as required by the government procurement law of Chinese Taipei. The contract to implement this project was awarded to the Industrial Technology Research Institute of Chinese Taipei in February 2001. Thereafter, a letter to survey the interests of participation by member economies was sent out on March 1, 2001. So far, Mexico, New Zealand, and the United States have appointed contact persons and expressed an interest in active participation. Australia and Japan are still considering their participation.
During the early stages of this project, efforts have been focused on surveying the interests of member economies, organizing a steering committee and a domestic expert consultation group, and planning for the seminar. In addition, efforts are underway to collect information from other participating member economies, as well as from the internet sites of the Asian Disaster Reduction Center and the Asian Disaster Prevention Center. Both of their sitesoffer abundant information related to earthquakes from member economies in the Asia region. Other organizations surveyed include the Federal Emergency Management Agency (USA), Emergency Management Australia, and the National Research Center for Earth Science and Disaster Prevention (Japan).
Two activities have been added to facilitate project implementation: (1)a project steering committee and (2) a domestic expert consultation group. The project steering committee consists of representatives from the project sponsor and co-sponsors. They will oversee project planning, implementation, and review. The first meeting of the project steering committee was scheduled for May 2, 2001, in Chinese Taipei. However, due to a scheduling conflict, it must be rescheduled for June 8. Representatives from (Australia), Chinese Taipei, (Japan), New Zealand, and the United States will participate in the meeting (see agenda in Attachment A). The steering committee will discuss the topics and draft agenda of the August seminar (Attachment B) and the first announcement (Attachment C), a draft report format for the final deliverable (Attachment D), and a draft framework for the internet database(Attachment E).
The members of the steering committee are:
Australia:To be determined
Chinese Taipei:Mr. Chin-Hsiung Lo, Director, National Center for Research on Earthquake Engineering; Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, National Taiwan University
Mr. Ban-Jwu Shih, Associate Professor and Chairman, Department of Civil Engineering, National Taipei University of Technology
Japan:To be determined
New Zealand:Mr. Tan Pham, CEO of AC Consulting Group and Chairman of Natural Hazards New Zealand
United States:Mr. David Lopez, Director, Energy Emergency Response Division, Office of Emergency Operations, US Department of Energy
The domestic expert consultation group consists of experts from Chinese Taipei to advise the project team during implementation as well as to provide information for contribution by Chinese Taipei to the project’s seminar and internet database. The group has held two meetings so far and will hold monthly meetings during the project implementation period. The group now has twelve members and consists of representatives from relevant government agencies, research centers, universities, and the private sector.
The revised project timetable is presented below:
February 1, 2001Begin the project
March 1, 2001Distributea survey done by Chinese Taipei
April 2001Reply from member economies on level of participation
May 19, 2001Present progress report at EWG 21
June 8, 2001Hold first steering committee meeting
March-July 2001Compile information from participating member economies
September 5-6 2001Hold workshop and second steering committee meeting
August-Sept 2001Analyze and prepare the project report
October 2001Complete draft of the project report and present it at EWG 22
November 2001Prepare final report
December 2001Complete and distribute final report
ATTACHMENT A
The First Meeting of the Steering Committee of the APEC Earthquake Response Cooperative Program on Energy Supply Systems
June 8, 2001
Chinese Taipei
Provisional Agenda
Time / Description0930 – 0950 / Opening Remarks
0950 – 1020 / Introduction to the APEC Earthquake Response Cooperative Program on Energy Supply Systems
Mr. Robert Shih
1020 – 1050 / Coffee Break1050 -1110 / Introduction to the Earthquake Response Capabilities of Energy Supply Systems in Chinese Taipei
Dr. Ban-Jwu Shih
1110 - 1130 / Introduction to the Earthquake Response Capabilities of Energy Supply Systems in New ZealandMr. Tan Pham
1130 - 1150 / Introduction to the Earthquake Response Capabilities of Energy Supply Systems in the United StatesMr. David Lopez
1150-1330 / Lunch1330 -1445 / Discussion
Project objectives, components, schedule, and deliverables（report, Internet website）
The program, topics, and speakers of the seminar1445 -1515 / Coffee Break
1515 -1630 / Discussion
Contributions from Participants
Planning for Phase 2 of the Program
Setting a date for the second steering committee meeting
1630 - 1645 / Concluding Remarks
1645 -1800 / Break
1800-2000 / Dinner
ATTACHMENT B
APECSeminar on the EarthquakeDisaster Management
of Energy Supply Systems
Purpose
The aim of the seminar is to enhance mutual understanding of earthquake emergency management and exchange experience on emergency preparedness of energy infrastructures.
Main Themes
- Emergency response system evaluation and improvement
- Emergency and risk management of energy infrastructure
- Emergency Information and Decision Support
- Post-earthquake energy supply planning and implementation
- Energy shortage contingency plan
- Earthquake experiences relate to energy infrastructure preparedness
- Earthquake hazard evaluation systems for energy infrastructures
- Coordination of earthquake response capabilities among energy supply systems
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DRAFT
ATTACHMENT C
APEC Seminar on the Earthquake Disaster Management of Energy Supply Systems
DRAFT PROPOSAL
September 5-6, 2001
Howard Plaza Hotel
Chinese Taipei
SPONSOR
Energy Commission, Ministry of Economic Affairs
Chinese Taipei
ORGANIZER
Energy & Resources Laboratories,
Industrial Technology Research Institute
Chinese Taipei
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DRAFT
PREFACE
The APEC seminar on the Earthquake Disaster Management of Energy Supply Systems will be hosted by Chinese Taipei. The organization in charge is the Energy Commission, Ministry of Economic Affairs. This seminar will be held to establish a cooperative and information sharing mechanism among the APEC member economies for energy supply systems in response to earthquakes. Through this seminar, we hope to gain a mutual understanding of response systems and their capacities as well as evaluate related experiences from major earthquakes. Chinese Taipei will be responsible for the preparation costs. Experts from the region will be invited and designated representatives from member economies will participate in the seminar.
MEETING INFORMATION
VENUE
Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
DATE
5th (Wednesday)–6th (Thursday) September 2001
HOST ECONOMY
Chinese Taipei
ORGANIZERS
Energy Commission, Ministry of Economic Affairs, Chinese Taipei
LANGUAGE
English will be the official language of the meeting.
OBJECTIVE
The seminar aims to enhance mutual understanding of earthquake emergency management and emergency preparedness of energy infrastructures.
MAIN THEME
1.Emergency response system evaluation and improvement
2.Emergency and risk management of energy infrastructure
3.Emergency information and decision support
4.Post-earthquake energy supply planning and implementation
5.Energy shortage contingency plans
6.Earthquake experiences relate to energy infrastructure preparedness
7.Earthquake hazard evaluation systems for energy infrastructure
8.Coordinating earthquake response capabilities among energy supply systems
PROGRAM
September 5 (Wednesday), 20019:30 am ~ 9:45 am / Opening Session : Welcome Address
9:45 am ~12:00 noon / Session 1: Emergency response system evaluation and improvement/coordination
12:00 noon~1:30 pm / Lunch
1:30 pm~3:00 pm / Session 2: Emergency Information and Decision Support
3:00 pm~3:30 pm / Coffee Break
3:30 pm~5:30 pm / Session 3: Earthquake hazard evaluation & risk management for energy infrastructure
6:30 pm ~8:30 pm / Welcome Reception
September 6 (Thursday), 2001
9:30 am~10:30 am / Break for Preparation of the Summary Draft
10:30 am~11:30 am / Session 4: Post-earthquake energy shortage contingency planning and implementation
12:00 noon~1:00 pm / Lunch
1:00 pm~5:00 pm / Site Visit
6:30 pm~8:30 pm / Dinner
September 7 (Friday), 2001 Departure
SOCIAL PROGRAM
WELCOME RECEPTION
Date:September 5 (Wednesday), 2001
Place: Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
Time: 18:30-20:30
BANQUET
Date:September 6 (Thursday), 2001
Place: Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
Time: 18:30-20:30
SITE VISIT
A half-day site visit is planned forSeptember 6 (Thursday), 2001. All participants are welcome to join this visit free of charge. The site visit will include a tour to see the Central Weather Bureau and the National Center for Research on Earthquake Engineering.
REGISTRATION
Registration for the meeting is free of charge and includes:
-Attendance at all sessions
-Proceedings & program
-Welcome reception and banquet
-Half-day site visit on September 6
APPLICATION
The registration form should be completed and returned to the Host Secretariat before 1st August 2001.
Host Secretariat for the meeting:
Ms. Ching-Hwa Meng
Energy & Resources Laboratories, Industrial Technology Research Institute
T100, Bldg. 64, 195-6 Chung Hsing Rd., Section 4, Chutung, Hsinchu, Taiwan
Tel: (886) 3 5918037 Fax: (886) 3 5820376
E-mail:
CONFIRMATION OF REGISTRATION
Upon the receipt of your completed registration form, the Host Secretariat will send you a confirmation sheet. This must be retained and then presented at the registration desk to receive the meeting kit.
CANCELLATION
In the event that your registration must be cancelled or that any changes need to be made, written notification should be sent to the Host Secretariat.
The APEC Seminar on the Earthquake Disaster Management of
Energy Supply Systems
5-6 September 2001 in Chinese Taipei
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DIETARY REQUIREMENT
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HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
HOWARD PLAZA HOTEL TAIPEI
Located next to a tree-lined boulevard in the heart of Taipei’s commercial and financial district, the Howard Plaza Hotel provides an ideal balance of traditional tranquility and modern convenience. From thestately Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Park to the bustling Taipei World Trade Center, the life of Taipei lies just outside the doors of the Howard Plaza Hotel. Within the doors, tastefully appointed suites, state of the art amenities, and truly exceptional service ensure the Howard Plaza Hotel surpasses any and all expectations.
Address: Howard Plaza Hotel
160 Jenai Road,Tel: (02)2700-2323
Sec. 3, Taipei, TaiwanFax:(02)2700-0729
ROOM RATES
Deluxe single room NT$4,350
The room rates are special discount prices for the meeting participants.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Please contact: The Host Secretariat
MAP OF THE HOWARD PLAZA HOTEL TAIPEI
GENERAL INFORMATION
TRANSPORTATION
The Howard Plaza Hotel is located approximately an hour’s drive away from the CKS Airport.
The average taxi fare from CKS International Airport to Taipei is NT$1,200. For trips to the airport , drivers are allowed to add a 50% surcharge over the fare shown on the meter. Taxis are ubiquitous in major areas and fares are comparatively low. They are the best choice for short distance travel.
VISAS
Foreign nationals may obtain tourist visas if they hold foreign passports or travel documents valid for more than six months in the Chinese Taipei for purposes of sightseeing, business, family visits, study or training, medical treatment, or other legitimate activities.
Visa requirements include one completed application form, incoming and outgoing travel tickets, three photos, documents verifying the purpose of visits, and a letter of guarantee.
Fourteen-day visa-free privileges are afforded to citizens of 18 countries and 30-day landing visas are afforded to citizens of 21 countries.
CURRENCY & CREDIT CARDS
Chinese Taipei's unit of currency is the New Taiwan Dollar (NT$), which has four denominations in paper money and four in coins. Paper money comes in NT$1000, NT$500, NT$100, and NT$50 denominations. Coins come in NT$50, NT$10, NT$5 and NT$1 denominations.
The present exchange rate is around NT$32 to US$1. For different currencies, please visit the Currency Converter at Foreign currencies can be exchanged at government-designated banks and hotels. Receipts are given when currency is exchanged and must be presented in order to exchange unused NT dollars before departure.
Major credit cards are accepted throughout Chinese Taipei. Traveler’s checks may be cashed at foreign-exchange banks, some tourist-oriented businesses, and (by room guests) at most international tourist hotels.
ELECTRICITY & WATER
Chinese Taipei uses an electric current of 110 volts at 60 cycles. Many buildings have sockets of 220 volts for the use of air conditioners. Tap water is drinkable but drinking unboiled water is not recommended. Most hotels provide boiled drinking water. Bottled spring water is easily available at convenience stores and supermarkets.
TIPPING
A 10% service charge is automatically added to room rates and meals. Other tipping is optional.
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ATTACHMENT D
DRAFT REPORT OUTLINE
Earthquake Response, Resources and Experiences of Energy Infrastructure
in the Asia-Pacific Region
Abstract
Acknowledgement
Contents
Introduction
Recent Major Earthquakes and the Damage They Caused
Background of the Program
Scope of the Report
The power systems, the gas systems, the liquid fuel system
Chapter 1 Earthquake Damages to Energy Infrastructure
Northridge Earthquake, Kobe Earthquake, 921 Chi-Chi Earthquake
Chapter 2 Earthquake Preparedness of Energy Infrastructure
2.1 Earthquake hazard simulation and evaluation
2.2 Earthquake risk management of energy infrastructure
Chapter 3 Earthquake Response Capabilities of Energy Infrastructure
3.1 Earthquake response systems
Chinese Taipei, Japan, New Zealand, the United States, etc.
3.2 Earthquake response plans
3.3 Information and decision support systems
3.4 Coordination of the earthquake response capabilities among energy supply
systems
Chapter 4 Post-earthquake Energy Supply and Shortage Contingency Planning
4.1 Post-earthquake energy supply
4.2 Energy shortage contingency plan
Chapter 5 The Restoration of Energy Infrastructures Damaged by Earthquakes
Chapter 6 Lessons Learned from Recent Major Earthquakes
Northridge Earthquake, Kobe Earthquake, 921 Chi-Chi Earthquake
Summary and Conclusions
Reference
Appendix
ATTACHMENT E
DRAFT WEBSITE HOMPAGE
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