NEWSKitakyushu
International
Techno-cooperative
AssociationNo.2
2006
AprilContents
2 Message from President of KITA
3 25th anniversary of KITA' s commencement
4 The latest news from former participants
5 The comments from leader of participants of Chinese steel industry
6 Composting project in Surabaja, Indonesia
7 Close-up of two training courses（1）Computerized machine control（2）Industrial wastewater treatment technique
8 Observations by oil engineers from Kuwait
Information

Mrs. Ogata, JICA's president came to KITA to meet Dr. Kohno and others and discussed on
how to hold out "the hands on training" to meet the needs of each participated country.

Message from President of KITA
"SUE" Has Landed in Kitakyushu

The dinosaur "SUE", a Tyrannosaurus with a giant
physique, has arrived in our city. After her/his death at
the age of 27, 67 million years elapsed when she/he
was discovered by a volunteer archeologist, SusanHendrickson, in South Dakota in the U.S.
With a body length of 13 meters and weighing 6tons, it is speculated that she could have roaredaround at the speed of 18 km per hour, about the same
speed as a marathon runner now. Surprisingly, there issome evidence that indicates specific giant dinosaur
species have evolved into birds over the course of tensof millions of years (?).
67 million years is incredibly ancient days!
Compared to that, Homo sapiens appeared on thisplanet only about 100 thousand years ago.
Additionally, our civilization just began a few thousandyears ago, so we are talking in completely different
figure when we speak of millions of years.
Fortunately, human beings have gotten a higher
level of intelligence. It took only 240 years from thetime of the industrial revolution for the rapid
development of technologies. We have succeeded
gloriously and now we are witnessing an age of theenrichment of human civilization in all fields, including
the automotive, aeronautical, nuclear energy andinformation technologies.

On the other hand, pursuing only economic achievement
has resulted in a number of cases where concerns forenvironmental conservation have been carelesslyneglected. It is a blunt fact that we humans havepolluted and spread destruction on our precious Globe
at an accelerating speed. This fact becomes obvious
when we learn that even seals in the Arctic Ocean arecontaminated with mercury, lead and PCB.
KITA has accumulated technologies and knowledge
for environmental conservation learned during morethan 100 years of industrialization in Kitakyushu, andconsolidated this know how in CP (Cleaner Production)technology. They have been passed, in turn to peoples
in developing countries through training offered by
JICA and other organizations. The number ofparticipants KITA has received is over 4,000 from 118
different countries for these 25 years. In addition, KITA
has dispatched the experts to be engaged incooperative efforts for the transfer of CP technology as
well as air, water and waste treatment technologies
to14 different countries.
KITA hopes to contribute to the protection of theplanet's environment from pollution through the act ofproviding our knowledge and expertise to countries inneed.

Dr. Takuo Kohno
President of KITA

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 Grand Commemorative Events Celebrating the "25th Anniversary of KITA's Commencement"■ Date & Time December 15, 2005 (Thurs.) 15:00-20:00■ Location Kitakyushu International Conference Center (Kokurakita-ku)
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of its commencement,
KITA organized various commemorative events andceremonies, including a panel discussion, a picture panelexhibition, a greeting card exhibition and thank-you party
on Dec. 15 last year.
Despite severely cold weather on that day, the center
was filled with over 300 earnest attendees, including
many staff personnel and local citizens.

Celebration Ceremony
Greetings of President Kohno
On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of KITA'scommencement, Dr. Kohno expressed sincere appreciation
to all supportive bodies such as enterprises of various
kind of industries, academia and administrativeorganization.
Rapid population growth and expansion of economic
activities have forced our planet to confront serious
environmental problems. Promotion of cleaner production
and the 3Rs (Recycle, Reuse, Reduce) are currently
needed to realize sustainable industrial development andconstruction of a recycling-based society.
Kitakyushu possesses advanced industrial technologies
accumulated over the last 100 years of industrial
development, assuring continuous use of environmental
technologies that have overcome numerous problems.
The mission of KITA is to transfer these knowledges andexperiences to all countries in need.

Commemorative Lecture
A lecture entitled "What I Saw and Felt as a Goodwill
Ambassador" was given by Mrs. Misako Konno, a famous
actress who is playing an active role as a Goodwill
Ambassador for the United Nations DevelopmentProgramme.
In her lecture, she passionately spoke about
international aid to developing countries, appealing that
we "learn things from people just as we do when raisingchildren, and that we give assistance that is suitable toeach country." The audience filling the Center wasprofoundly drawn into her talk.
Panel Discussion
Two representative panelists Mr. Valut (Thailand) and Ms.
Ivy (Philippine) , former JICA / KITA course participants
made presentation on the recent development which was
clearly demonstrating that they have been currently
playing active roles in their home countries by making fulluse of the training received at KITA.
Coordinator Prof. Dr. Hirono commented that thesuccesses of former participants in their home countries
are the most thrilling achievement for KITA and a great
encouragement in future activities.

Congratulatory Addresses by Guests
Mr. Sueyoshi, Mayor of Kitakyushu and Mr. Kasahara,
Director of JICA Kyushu (Kyushu International Center)gave congratulatory speeches expressing their hopes andencouragement for KITA in its ongoing activities.

Commemorative Lecture by Mrs. Misako Konno

Dr. Kohno, President of KITA expressed sincere gratitude to Mr. Hamamoto,Director, General Superintendent of Nippon Steel Yawata Works

Panel Discussion by Ms. Ivy , Mr. Valut and Prof. Dr. Hirono

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The latest news from the former participants
KITA marked its 25th anniversary last year. KITA has progressed receiving over 4000 participants from 118 countries
for these 25 years.
The following photos show the vigorous activities of former participants at their home countries based on the result oftraining course.

NameCountry
Place of work
Training Course
TaskMr. Rajesh Manandor
Nepal
Kathmandu Metropolitan City
Solid Waste Management for Nepal（Country training 2004）
Construction of semi aerobic landfill site in Sisdol

NameCountry
Place of work
Training Course
Task

Mr. Charlton S. Inao
Philippines
Metals Industry Research and Development Center
Automatic Control（Group training in 2004）
Development of new spinning machine

Name
Country
Place of work
Training Course
Task

Mr. Yasser Mohamed
Egypt
Egyptian Environment Affairs Agency
Industrial Pollution Control Management（Group training in 2003）
Egyptian pollution abatement project

Name
Country
Place of work
Training Course
Task

Mr. Chana Thitisak
ThailandElectricity Generating Authority
Automatic Control（Group training in 2004）
Construction of the electric power station for new airport

Name
Country
Place of work
Training Course
Task

Mr. Kento Taro
Colombia
Bolivariana University
Air Pollution Source Monitoring Management（Area training in 2004）
Assistant Professor for environmental engineering

NameCountry
Place of work
Training Course
TaskMr. Varut Phimolmas
ThailandTa Luang plant of Siam Cement Co., Ltd.
Practical Production Management（Group training in 2002）
Quality control & improvement

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Development of Capabilities in the Chinese Steel Industry
for Managing the Environment, Resources and Energy
Purpose of Training Course
This training course was held with the aim of acquiringand improving capabilities for managing the environment,
resources and energy in the Chinese steel industry
through a transfer of Japanese technology for two months
from Oct. 17 to Dec. 16, 2005.
Dr. QI Yuanhong, a professor at the Central Iron andSteel Research Institute, took part as team leader, and 9
participants from 7 different steelworks plants in China
with an annual crude steel production of more than 5
million tons attended the training course as well.

Team Leader's Personal Comment
Central Iron and Steel Research InstituteVice Director, Professor
Team Leader Dr. QI Yuanhong
On behalf of the Chinese steelworks training team, I
would like to express heartily thanks to the course leader,
Mr. Kudo, as well as all persons involved who have takencare of us during our stay. We were deeply moved by thefriendship and sincerity offered by the Japanese people,
and at the same time we respect your serious efforts
toward your work.
The two months of training left a great impression
engraved in our hearts and will have a significant impact
on our life and work in the future. The training taught us
the concepts and technology of CP （Cleaner Production）
systematically. At the same time, we were able tothoroughly enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of Japan,
its unique traditions, and dynamic modern culture as well.
China has become a major producer of crude steel in2005, sharing one third of the world's gross production.
However, we must recognize the inevitability that theChinese steel industry will encounter issues such as alack of resources and energy, and also environmental

All participants from steel industry in China together with Course
Leader and others

destruction in the course of its development. Therefore,
we must introduce the concept of CP into our industry,
maximize resources and energy efficiency and minimize
environmental burdens. Unless we are successful in theseendeavors, the Chinese steel industry cannot maintain ahealthy state and sustain its development. The path thatJapan has walked and the experience that has beenacquired along the way offer us valuable guidance.
There is a significant technological gap in environmental
management and energy conservation between theChinese steel industry and that in Japan. During training,
we experienced the first-hand realization that theJapanese steel industry has made great achievements inthese areas. We must admit this gap to bravely tackle its
elimination. We must maximize the improvement ofresource and energy efficiency in steel production andreduce the dispersion of pollutants in order to transformthe Chinese steel industry into a clean and environmentallyfriendly industry and sustain its healthy development.
We recognize that our responsibility is grave and there
is a long journey to our success. A number of difficult andcomplicated tasks await us after our return home. First ofall, we must widely promote the concept of CP, introduce
the advanced experience and related technologies thatJapan offers, and apply the knowledge and technologies
we have learned to actual production practices. At thesame time, we will play the role of ambassador for future
China-Japan exchanges and cooperation, building abridge between the two nations.
In closing, with high praise again, all of the training
participants would like to extend our sincere gratitude andrespect to JICA and KITA, as well as to all of our friends inJapan.
Thank you.

All participants at Show Room of Yawata WorksKITA NEWS No.2 05

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KITA-method Composting Project in Surabaya City, Indonesia
1Preface
In 2004, KITA developed a method for composting
kitchen garbage in Surabaya City as part of thetransfer of technology for the production of highquality compost from domestic waste. KITA further
developed a technology that can compost domestic
waste 7-day cycles generated from the largest market
in Jawa Timur. KITA has also initiated the applicationof the same method and technology in Denpasar（Bali）, resulting in a steady diffusion of the "KITA
Method Composting Project" in Indonesia.

2Project Details（1）Production of Native Microorganisms
Optimizing waste composting requires native
microorganisms（NM）. They are gathered andcultivated at a local site for use. No special
microorganisms are used except ones that can beeasily obtained locally. Producing requisite quantityof microorganisms at the initiation of compostingeliminates the need for subsequent production ofthem for a long period of time. Various composting
methods uses microorganisms produced in thisway.
（2）Composting Kitchen Garbage by Utilizing
Composting Containers（Takakura Home
Method（THM））
Kitchen garbage generated from about 1,200
households in the model area of Surabaya City
was composted by using THM. The amount ofwaste collected in the model area was reduced byhalf.

households, and operation of the compost centermodeled after PUSDAKOTA was initiated at thebeginning of 2006. In addition, a facility forcomposting kitchen garbage and garden waste
discarded from resort hotels is also planned in2006.
（6）Composting Technology Training （Setting Upof Manual）
In cooperation with PUSDAKOTA in Surabaya
City, a training course for composting technology
was established. A training manual was also
specially prepared to teach composting technology
in 4 days. The training is offered regularly with theparticipation of NGO groups, and administrativeand citizen groups in various areas in Indonesia.

3Conclusion
KITA possesses abundant experiences for gettingcooperation of citizens and administration, which isan indispensable aspect of composting activities.
KITA is planning to transfer the KITA Method
composting project to various cities, which can thenbe easily adopted by other cities.
Contributed by Tetsuya Ishida
Environmental Cooperation Center, KITA

（3）Operation of Compost Center for 1,000 Households
PUSDAKOTA, an environmental NGO group,
established the compost center that is operated byutilizing the THM and the Takakura Susun Method（TSM）. Bad smell is cut off and the composting iscomplete in 5 weeks.
（4）Composting at the Largest Market in Jawa Timur
The Cleansing Department and Market
Administration Department of Surabaya City
established the compost center to recycle vegetablewaste discarded from the largest vegetable market
in Jawa Timur. The facility is intended to raise theenvironmental recognition of customers.
（5）Establishment of Compost Center in Denpasar
THM has been currently implemented in 250

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Image: A scene from a training session for transferring composting technology

Close-up of Two Training Courses
Ⅰ Computerized Machine Control● Purpose of Course
This course is most appropriate for mechanical andelectrical engineers enhance their ability to carry out theoperation and maintenance of various automatedmachinery and mechatronics equipment.
● Duration：November 6,2006〜March 20,2007● Qualification for participants
Mechanical and electrical engineers who areinterested in studying the computerized machine control
and mechatronics with more than 3years of occupational
experience in the field.
● Number of Participants：5● Position of Kitakyushu
The word Mechatronics is the word combining
mechanics and electronics made in Japan.
Kitakyushu is the best place for learning Mechatronics.
Because the well known manufacturer of industrial robot islocated there who is one of the inventor of mechatronics.
● Practical training with many stimulating exercises
This course offers various exercises including
computer simulations for the participants to stimulate

their interest in the training course.
For example:◇ 6-day computer simulation of control systems using
MATLAB/SIMULINK.
◇5-day programming exercise of Micro Computer which
includes assembling a toy robot arm with 5 degree of
freedom and making it move automatically by use ofPIC（Peripheral Interface Controller）.
◇ 6-day training on the basics of automatic controlthrough the programming and application of PLC（Programmable Logic Controller）for mini-plant.
contributed by Masataka Taniguchi, Course leader

Ⅱ Industrial Wastewater Treatment Technique II● Purpose of Course
The aim is to train participants in effective treatment
technologies for the prevention and improvement ofenvironmental pollution caused by polluted water, thus
enabling them to make a contribution to the promotionof environmental protection in their native countries.
● Duration：July 17−November 25, 2006
● Number of Participants：8● Course Objectives①Water pollution prevention measures②Basic theory of wastewater treatment③Basic plan and design of wastewater treatment facilities④ Operation and maintenance management ofwastewater treatment facility
Participants will acquire basic knowledge of theabove subjects.
● Features of Course−curriculum emphasizing practical learning①Participants will be instructed concerning the current
situation of wastewater pollution and learn about
improvements effected through wastewater analysis
activities. They will experience the importance ofwastewater treatment.
②The training session for the basic design of wastewater
treatment facilities will be carried out using a specificcase. The plan will be developed through group
discussions and under the guidance of the lecturers.
Plans developed using CAD will be evaluated byeach of the lecturers at a presentation meeting.
● Advantages of holding the course in Kitakyushu①The City of Kitakyushu had a bitter experience with
wastewater pollution in the past. Industries, academia,administrators and citizens in the city united to solve
the problem and, in turn, the city now receives highpraise for its accomplishments.
② There are a number of related experts and plantfacilities in the city, and also substantial system foraccepting participants is in place.
contributed by Toshikazu Arakawa, Course leader

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Training course on air pollution prevention technology
for engineers from the oil sector in Kuwait
Training course was held in Kitakyushu for 2 weeks,
from Nov. 28 to Dec. 9 in 2005, receiving 7 participantsfrom Kuwait organized by Arabian Oil Company / KITA.
The course included the history of overcoming pollutionin Kitakyushu, environmental laws and ordinances,prevention technology of dust, SOx, NOx, Dioxin andpractical skill of sampling / analyzing. There were also
visits to Kyushu Electric Power Co. Ltd., Nissan Motor Co.
Ltd., and Nippon Steel Corp. to observe how clean
production was realized as well as a visit Eco-Town toobserve contribution for the recycling-oriented society.

The participants showed a strong concern on the following
matters as the good lessons for Kuwait in near future.
1.Experiences in Kitakyushu to overcome heavy pollution
problem
2.Cleaner Production rather than End of Pipe solution
3.Environmental Laws and Ordinances system,
particularly "Pollution load tax"
4. Well organized monitoring system
5. Eco-Town for promotion of recycling（contributed by Mr. Dhari H. A., Kuwait Oil Company and N. Tanaka, KITA）

I N F O R M A T I O NHomepage of KITA is renewed
Since Homepage of KITA was inaugurated inApril.1998, there have been over fifty thousand accesses
both from home and overseas favorably.
Homepage of KITA has been renewed to the fulfilled

information since Feb.2006,
We are looking forward to your contacting with us.

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April 2006 No.2

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