Research Plans&

Statement of Budget
FY 2011

March 2011

Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry

Notice of Revision to Fiscal 2011 Research Plans

As we wrote in this research plan and statement of revenue and expenditures, in order to support theelectric power industry’s foundation into the future and realize a low-carbon, sustainable society, we
have established a plan and budget for fiscal 2011 that focuses on research on Nuclear Technology,
Stable Power Supply Technology, and Environment and Energy Utilization Technology.

However, as a research institute whose mission is to support the electric power industry withresearch and development, the Great East Japan Earthquake that struck on March 11, 2011 has
caused us to begin to consider the areas we should pursue in R&D. Accordingly, we continue torevise our research plans in light of the current situation.

We plan to revise our fiscal 2011 research plan once we have revised our policy, and ask for yourunderstanding in advance.

Contents
Research Plans in FY2011

Preface .......................................................................................................................... 1

Research Activities........................................................................................................ 3
I. Research plans ...................................................................................................... 3
II. Research promotion ............................................................................................. 7

Business Management ................................................................................................... 9

Workforce ................................................................................................................... 11

Statement of Budget

Budget Compilation .................................................................................................... 13

Budget ........................................................................................................................ 14

Research Plans

Preface
The current socio-economic order differs significantly from what we have been used to.
Inter-nationally, as emerging countries achieve economic growth and developed countries stagnate, it
is becoming increasingly difficult to use conventional frameworks to address issues such asheightened competition over securing resources, volatile resource prices, and difficult negotiations
over prevention of global warming. Moreover, in Japan, there are no signs of economic recovery
despite a ballooning fiscal deficit, and at the same time the social structure is changing as domestic
industries are hollowed out, the birth rate declines and the population ages. This is reinforcing thesense of stagnation in the society at large. These factors have a significant impact on the electric
power and energy sector. Moreover, not only do we currently see a sluggish recovery in electricity
demand in the industrial sector as a result of the stagnant economy, but this business environment is
expected to become even harsher in the medium to long term as fuel procurement costs rise,environmental investment spikes, and energy demand falls as the population declines with the lowbirth rate and aging population.
These domestic and international changes will force the electric power industry to take up newreforms that go beyond conventional concepts and structures. To pave the way, the electric powerindustry is expanding its business domains and proactively pursuing initiatives aimed at sustainable
development, such as creating new demand by introducing electrification to homes, reinforcing
overseas projects, and enhancing human resource development. Moreover, because a steady andreliable supply of electricity is the unchanging mission of the electric power industry, the electric
power industry is focusing on taking steps to effectively utilize power facilities for the long term andaddressing a wide range of risks such as natural disasters. Furthermore the electric power industry
also continues its work to reduce the carbon emissions of power sources, with nuclear power playing
a key role.
CRIEPI’s mission is to support the electric power industry with research and development activities.
As such, we use our knowledge and technology to resolve the problems confronting the electric
power industry and society. In fiscal 2011, we intend to produce results from our research into ourthree main research areas: Nuclear Technology, Stable Power Supply Technology, and Environment
and Energy Utilization Technology. In addition, recognizing the future trends and changes in theelectric power industry and society, we aim to lay out logical and effective solutions for issues suchas the maturation of the electric power industry and saturation of power demand and issues related toheightened risks, as well as the issues involved in creating a future society by advanced
electrification that will enhance the potential for and value of electricity’s use in a wide range oftechnologies embraced by society.
CRIEPI will commemorate the sixtieth anniversary of its founding in fiscal 2011, which offers an
ideal opportunity to look to the future, develop a new framework for the research institute and takethe next leap forward. In this spirit, we will strive to build a solid foundation for the future in fiscal
2011. Specifically, we will begin by laying the groundwork at our laboratory in Yokosuka, thecornerstone of the work we have begun in rebuilding our research bases to ready them for the pursuitof new research. Moreover, in light of the the reformation of public interest corporation
system in Japan, we will make practical changes to earn designation as an independentadministrative institution so that CRIEPI can continue to produce high-quality research results andcontribute extensively to the electric power industry and society with flexibility.

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〈Research Activities〉
In fiscal 2011, we will strive to achieve solid results in our current projects focusing on Nuclear
Technology, Stable Power Supply Technology, and Environment and Energy Utilization Technology,
as well as research into fundamental technology intended to expand our areas of expertise.
We will particularly focus on the following project issues, meeting the needs of the electric
power industry and society by achieving and utilizing timely results.
(1) In the area of Nuclear Technology, which plays an important role in providing stable electricity
supply and measure to global warming, we will steadily research issues such as Plant LifeManagement of Light Water Reactors and Nuclear Fuel Cycle Backend Technology.
(2) In the area of Stable Power Supply Technology, we will research the Operation and
Maintenance of Electric Power Transmission and Distribution Facilities as well as Nextgeneration Thermal Power Technology, which contributes to effective resource utilization andreductions in CO2 emissions.
(3) In the area of Environment and Energy Utilization Technology, we will proactively research
Global Warming Prediction and its Impact Assessment, Electrification and Energy Conservation
Technology, and Next-generation Power Grid Technology aiming for the smooth introductionof renewable energy to the electric power system.
In pursuing our research, we will focus our efforts as follows.
(1) Deepening and strengthening research activities aimed at exercising our strengths to the fullest
by consistently improving the quality of our research capacity—CRIEPI’s very foundation—and forming external and internal affiliations(2) Strategically pursuing research that leads to Effective Energy Use and a Future Society by
Advanced Electrification(3) Appropriate management and more active utilization of intellectual property to fully utilize
research results in electric power industry and society (outcome)〈Operation Management〉
We will take the following initiatives to develop a new framework at our research institute tofacilitate research development going forward.
(1) Make steady efforts to rebuild research laboratories in Yokosuka and other regions(2) Take steps to set up institutional design and internal control systems as part of our transition toa status as an independent administrative institution to respond to the reforms of the public
interest corporation system(3) Reexamine all research activities to prepare for future expansion by improving employee
recruitment to encourage individuals to exercise their unique skills and strengthening
information dissemination and public relations activities to enhance CRIEPI’s value〈Income and Expenditure Budget〉
Based on strict cost awareness, we allocate our research resources appropriately to both the pursuitof current research subjects and the development of a foundation for future expansion, and also
strive to more effectively utilize existing assets.
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Research Activities
I. Research Plans
CRIEPI carries out research aimed at securing energy security and addressing global environmental
problems in three overarching categories: Nuclear Technology, Stable Power Supply Technology andEnvironment and Energy Utilization Technology. We not only develop technology on the supply side,
such as research on measures to address aging power supply facilities and high effective electric
power generation, but we also promote the development of technology that will create a low carbon
society, including the use of renewable energy such as biomass and efficient energy use on the
demand side.
In fiscal 2011, we plan on conducting the following research and achieving steady results.

1.

Project Subjects

We select issues on which the electric power industry and society have a great need for research andthat require timely results and applications as our 38 project subjects. We then capitalize on
CRIEPI’s collective strength to promote research in these subjects. The main research to be carriedout is described below.

(1) Nuclear Technology
Nuclear power technology supports the foundation for a stable supply of electric power into the
future and also plays an important role in countering global warming. Accordingly, CRIEPI
steadily carries out research on plant life management of light water reactors, nuclear fuel cycle
backend technology, improvement of earthquake resistance assessment, next generation reactor
and, advanced fuel cycle technology and radiation safety.

Research on Plant Life Management of Light Water Reactors: We carried out researchon irradiation embrittlement, stress corrosion cracking (SCC) and pipe wall thinning,among other subjects, in line with the national road map for R&D on measures toaddress aging plants. This research will facilitate the rational and highly reliably
operations at the light water reactors that have been operating for over 40 years. We willconduct research to identify the mechanism of irradiation embrittlement under highirradiation environment, with the aim of expanding the application of the prediction
method that we developed. We will also promote research to clarify the mechanism of
SCC propagation in components and piping, and the thinning mechanism of vapor andliquid two-phase flow piping, as well as continue to develop prediction methods andevaluate the seismic reliability of thinned piping. Moreover, we develop an advanced
non-destructive inspection method for SCC and a method for diagnosing and assessing
the deterioration of electric power cables caused by nuclear radiation and heat.
Nuclear Fuel Cycle Backend Technology: We will develop technology designed tomitigate SCC in the metal canister in the storage concrete casks which offer suchpromise as a next-generation storage method for spent fuel. The results will then bereflected in a specification for concrete cask storage. Moreover, we will enhance theperformance assessment of the engineering barrier materials that play an important rolein the deep subsoil disposal of low level radioactive waste, and will develop methods formaterial durability resistance inspections using the Torrent air permeability test. Our
3research on the disposal of high level radioactive waste will include the long-term
deformation behavior evaluation on the bedrock near the disposal hole and theengineering barriers by scaled tests using centrifugal loading apparatus.

Improvement of Earthquake Resistance Assessment: With the aim of developing
qualified earthquake resistant design practices for nuclear power civil engineering
structures, we will provide index showing the coupling of active fault movement toassess reference seismic ground motions, as well as integrate the procedures fordeveloping a deep subsurface structure model to more accurately estimate the seismic
wave amplification characteristics. In addition, we will develop and verify evaluation
methods for tensile strength of the bedrock and shear strength with weak layers. This isessential in a qualified seismic stability of bedrock.
Next Generation Reactor and Advanced Fuel Cycle Technology: Based on various dataacquired thus far in experiments using uranium and plutonium, we will develop a highly
practical flow sheet of dry reprocessing for the metallic fuel cycle, as a future optional
technology for fast breeder fuel cycle. This research is in anticipation of the FY2015
national level research development assessment. We will also evaluate the structural
integrity for irradiation of metallic fuels and develop a dry reprocessing device using alarge glovebox with argon gas atmosphere.
Radiation Safety: With a view to optimizing radiation protection standards based on
scientific data, we will continue to accumulate biological response data under low doseand low dose rate radiation conditions using cell cultures and laboratory animals (mice).
We will also develop a model for quantitative assessment of the risk of low doseradiation based on the above data. In addition, we will systematically compile
epidemiological data collected for residents of High Background Radiation Area
(HBRA) over a long period. Moreover, we will proactively disclose this information
with the aim of reflecting the findings and data in international radiation protection
standards.

(2) Stable Power Supply Technology
We will steadily develop rational technology for the diagnosis, operation and maintenance ofaged electric power transmission and distribution facilities as well as technologies addressing
snow damage to electric transmission plants in order to ensure a stable supply of electric power.
Moreover, we will carry out research on raising the reliability of electric power plants, such as
lifetime assessments for the welded part of the high-chrome steel piping in pulverized coal power
plants, and develop technology to expand the range of fuels used, such as the effective use of low
grade resources.

Operation and Maintenance of Electric Power Transmission and Distribution
Facilities: To establish proper operation methods of fast-increasing highly agedtransmission and distribution facilities, we will compile and accumulate data on thedeterioration of highly aged 22kV-66kV class XLPE power cables. As far as anevaluation of wind, snow storm and salt damages on transmission and distribution
facilities, considered as a great important issue in the electric power industries, isconcerned, we will examine technologies that predict snow storm damage and the effectof damage reduction measure products, based on field observations, laboratory
experiments and numerical analyses results. We will also analyze the effect of PCB
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removal in field tests, examine cleaning standards, and develop an on-site analysis
method in order to apply the cleaning technology—proposed by CRIEPI and adopted as
Japan’s technology for processing transformer contaminated with low levels of PCBs—
to onsite processing of large contaminated transformer.

Maintenance and Operation of Electric Power Generating Facilities: In order todevelop a life assessments method for the welded part of high-chrome steel piping,which are essential for the appropriate operation and maintenance of high efficiency
coal-fired power plants, we will carry out long-term material property evaluation tests ofthe circumferential welded pipe same as used in an actual boiler and collect the material
strength data. This is a follow-up of similar tests on the longitudinal welded pipe. We
will also establish guidelines for a seismic performance verification to be used for thedam embankment and spillway gate of gravity dams to make practical the seismic
performance evaluations for aged dams.
Next-generation Thermal Power Technology: We will propose operation guidelines forpulverized coal boilers in low load operation where the blend rate of subbituminous coal
into bituminous coal is 50% or more in order to reduce CO2 emissions through theeffective and efficient use of low grade resources. Moreover, we will examine theoperating condition optimization system for coal gasifiers developed by CRIEPI using
data on Nakoso IGCC (Integrated coal Gasification Combined Cycle) demonstration
plant. We will also clarify the operation condition optimization system for coal gasifiers
we have developed thus far as we proceed with our research on the next generation
IGCC system with CO2 capture, a future technology proposed by CRIEPI. Moreover, in
our research on carbonizing gasification technology, the key to more advanced use ofwood and waste biomass, we will obtain basic carbonizing properties of them to bereflected in an experimental design using large-scale research facilities which will becomplete in fiscal 2012.

(3) Environment and Energy Utilization Technology
We will steadily promote environmental research with a focus on global warming forecasting andassessments of its impact. Moreover, in our efforts to realize a low-carbon society in the future,
we will promote the efficient use of energy with low-loss power semiconductors and highperformance heat pumps, expand applications for electrification technology, and proactively
develop technology such as Next-generation Power Grid Technology to facilitate its adoption in
power systems for the generation of renewable energy sources such as solar energy.

Global Warming Prediction and Its Impact Assessments: To support the examination of
measures mitigating global warming caused by CO2 emissions, we will develop tools
enabling simple assessments, such as the evaluation of climate change caused by adesignated emission reduction measure and the evaluation of the economic impact of thisclimate change. Moreover, we will predict changes such as typhoons and heavy rain
consequent with the global warming climate and identify the impact of these changes onhydroelectric power generation facilities and transmission facilities. This eventuallypromotes discussions on adaptation issues for global warming in the electric powerindustry.
Electrification and Energy Conservation Technologies: We will develop technologies
such as methods for measuring oil-mist generated during cooking and for designing5adequate ventilation hoods, in order to support optimal design of electric kitchens. We
will also ascertain the performance of the next-generation compact heat-pump water
heaters (Eco Cute) in field tests using Eco Cute performance assessment technology
developed by CRIEPI. Towards low-loss power semiconductor devices, we will develop
technology of SiC crystal growth with a higher growth rate and low defect density.
Moreover, in the development of all-solid-state lithium polymer secondary batteries forhome use, which are extremely safe, thus far we have developed cycle life extension
technology of both the positive and negative electrode, but we will examine technology
to extend battery cycle life with the trial manufacture of a large battery with optimalbalance between the positive and negative electrodes in the initial capacity. In secondary
battery utilization technology, we will propose measures to popularize electronic
vehicles at the urban level with a comprehensive summary of their effect in reducing
environmental impact, optimization of infrastructure, and driving performance.

Next-generation Power Grid Technology: As the required regulating power will increasein a power system with massive introduction of photovoltaics (PVs), we will propose acoordinated operation methods of customer’s electrical appliances to relieve the burden
on generation plants. We will also provide a detailed design of the customer gateway thatwill centrally handle the control information for the PV storage battery and appliances,and the household energy use information in order to develop practical communication
infrastructure required for the next-generation electricity grids.
Energy Policy Analysis: To review the options for regulatory reform in the electric powerindustry, we will evaluate the current situation in other countries that have already fully
deregulated retail power market and analyze the issues with Japan’s approach to theelectric power market. We will also compile information on the approach to energy
technology policy, such as the development of renewable energy and energy-conserving
technology and strategies to popularize such technology and technology transfer todeveloping countries, as well as the assessment of its impact on the electric powerindustry and society. We will make proposals based on this.

2.

Fundamental Technology Issues

Fundamental technology issues are the source of solutions to the issues we face. Accordingly, we
will designate 36 fundamental technology issues to guide our research with the aim of enhancing
fundamental technology capacity, while capitalizing on the strengths and specialized skills of eightlaboratories with specific research fields*.
Specifically, we will steadily conduct research on technologies that would maintain, sustain ordevelop, including the Analysis and Control of Electric Power Systems, Electrical Insulation, andNatural Disaster Countermeasures, and technology expected to become core next-generation
technology with new potential, such as the Analysis and Assessment of Thermal Hydraulic Indices,
Advanced Materials, and Biotechnology Applications.
*Socio-economic Research Center, System Engineering Research Laboratory, Nuclear Technology ResearchLaboratory, Civil Engineering Research Laboratory, Environmental Science Research Laboratory, Electric PowerEngineering Research Laboratory, Energy Engineering Research Laboratory and Material Science ResearchLaboratory.

6II. Research Promotion
With the aim of further extending and advancing our fundamental research capacity, we carry out
research with a clear idea of the role of each research issue and awareness of the three perspectives*to optimize the academic, social and economic spillover effect (outcome) of our research results on
the electric power industry and society. We also consistently follow PDCA in our research on theseissues and meet the power industry and society’s expectations.
Our specific endeavors are described below.
* I. Research that the electric power industry must resolve in the future, no matter how society changes
II. Research that should be carried out to prepare for major risks in the future
III. Research capable of defeating constraints with technological breakthroughs(1) Enhancing Research Capacity and Exerting Comprehensive Strength
The ability of researchers lies at the root of research capacity, and CRIEPI’s main asset is theknowledge and technique of our individual researchers. This means that extending and enhancing
these skills would further raise the potential of our research. Accordingly, we will unceasingly
engage in trial and expeditious research activities based on the researchers’ own concepts.
Moreover, we will exercise our comprehensive strengths by promoting cross-cutting research bycoordinating with eight professional research institutes in our search for resolutions to theincreasingly complex and diverse issues we face. In particular, we will compile internal and external
knowledge for study and analysis and designate prospective research topics in order to strategicallypromote research that will shape the role of electrification in our future society—the kind of researchthat can impact the electric power industry and society. Moreover, we will integrate and combine
CRIEPI’s internal research skills by rebuilding a research base in the future and establishing anenvironment that promotes research with organic affiliations between researchers and administrative
staff. This will enable us to accurately meet the needs of the electric power industry and society.
In addition, we will carry out research in affiliation with domestic and overseas university andresearch institutions with impressive knowledge in specific fields (the Institute for Transuranium
Elements (ITU) of European Commission, the National Center for Atmospheric Research, the Japan
Atomic Energy Agency, and the Marine Ecology Research Institute, among others). Suchcollaboration will enable scientific knowledge to mutually complement each other and more
efficiently generate more advanced research results.

(2) Promotion of Funded Research
Applying CRIEPI’s fundamental research skills, we will proactively engage in research that meetsthe needs of the electric power industry, and will also receive government funding for research thatwill help to clarify issues related to the electric power industry. As an objective testing center, we
will also facilitate the projects of the PD Center, which gives certification exams for experts ofultrasonic inspection working with nuclear power plant components, as well as the projects of theHigh Power Testing Laboratory, which performs short-circuit tests on electric power equipment.

(3) Systematic Introduction and Upgrades of Large-scale Research Facilities
We will systematically introduce large-scale research facilities to support the technologicalfoundation of the electric power industry in order to meet the pressing needs of the electric power
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industry and society and expand our research in new directions.
In fiscal 2011, we established the test facilities of insulation deterioration for aged XLPE power
cable system. We will also introduce the Reactor Thermal Hydraulics Transient Test Facility, which
simulates and visualizes transient change of coolant flow, and the Facility for Experiments on
Advanced Carbonizing Gasification of Low-grade Resources, both of which are expected to becompleted in fiscal 2012.

(4) Management and Application of Intellectual Property
We will strategically secure intellectual property related to our research results and disseminate
information accurately to ensure its broad use. Specifically, we will digitize and microfilm research
reports issued since CRIEPI’s founding (to be completed in fiscal 2011) and expand our download
services for disclosed materials. We will also strive to create high-value intellectual property by
reinforcing the Center for Intellectual Property & Technology Licensing’s function supporting patent
searches and raising the quality of patent applications by utilizing invention consultation meetings.
Moreover, we will make intellectual property more visible by assessing value with a focus on
outcome and publishing intellectual property reports.
We will not only promote the use of the intellectual property we have built up to promptly
resolve issues in the electric power industry, but will also strive to spread technology to businessmen
working on the front lines of society through technology exchange courses and technology lectures.
Moreover, we will actively introduce patents and software through forums and seminars hosted bytechnology transfer organizations and CRIEPI and external exhibits, and will encourage the transfer
of technology to companies. Moreover, we will capitalize on our strengths as an academic researchorganization to participate in national and academic committees, thus contributing to theestablishment of specifications, standards and technical standards for the energy and environment.

(5) Steady Implementation of Fundamental Activities
We will steadily carry out the following basic activities to promote a wide range of research
activities and effectively disseminate information on research activities and results.

a. Collection of Literature, Materials and Statistics
We will secure and maintain a wide range of literature, materials and statistics and collect highquality information by, for example, collecting information utilizing our position as an academic
research institute and augmenting the collections at CRIEPI’s various libraries. The compiled
information will be used in research activities, and also given back to society at large throughpublications such as research reports.

b. Establishment and Use of Mainframe
We will examine detailed specification and select the precise model as we upgrade our mainframe infiscal 2012 to cope with the increasing sophistication and complexity of our research. We will use
this mainframe for general purposes in research activities, and it will help in generating superior
research results. Moreover, we will actively obtain licenses for software, such as the mathematicalsimulation program that we developed, for wide use by electric power companies and manufacturers.

c. Issuance of Publications
We will gather research reports and public relations media in line with the progress made with our
research issues and disclose them to society at large via our website.
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Business Management
We will build a new framework for our research institute to prepare for the future, thus ensuring that
we appropriately address the changing situation in the electric power industry and society and also
continue to improve our own research skills. To do so, we will rebuild our research bases over the
next few years, primarily in the Yokosuka region, and will steadily address the reformation of public
interest corporation system, adjusting our organization’s management system as necessary. This will
establish a foundation for the future. We have outlined our plans in detail below.

(1) Reconstruction of Research Bases for New Research Developments
We will rebuild our research bases in Yokosuka, Abiko and Komae, clarifying their role in future
research development and laying out the concept behind the facility as part of CRIEPI. Specifically,
we will build the Center for Research on Energy Industry Technology by consolidating the Nuclear
Technology Research Laboratory and System Engineering Research Laboratory in Komae with the
new research institute in Yokosuka, which has the Electric Power Engineering Research Laboratory,
Energy Engineering Research Laboratory and Material Science Research Laboratory. This will
strengthen our ability to resolve issues corresponding to the value chain stretching from power
generation, transmission, distribution and sales in the electric power industry. At the same time, theAbiko region, where the Civil Engineering Research Laboratory and Environmental Science
Research Laboratory are located, will further expand as the base for natural and environmental
science research. This is intended to improve our social infrastructure management capacity inaddressing the risk of natural disasters, which could become more severe.
We will continue the work started in fiscal 2010 to develop infrastructure such as power sourcesin the Yokosuka region, and will also start on development procedures to establish a research facilityon the newly acquired site. We will also prepare for the transfer by devising a transfer plan for large
research facilities from the Komae region, such as the radiation safety facility, and a plan for theestablishment of research laboratories to promote research exchanges exceeding researchers’
individual fields.
Komae’s Socio-economic Research Center will be transferred to the Otemachi region in earlyfiscal 2011 with the aim of encouraging further collaboration with a wide range of society, including
the electric power industry, increasing opportunities for intellectual exchange and promptly meeting
diverse needs.

(2) Focused Input of Financial Resources and Effective Use of Assets
We will strive to cut costs further by inspecting business activities and introducing greater efficiency
and rationalization, and will also consider selling assets not expected to be used in the future as well
as some sites in the Komae region. The fund raised in this way would be used to rebuild the researchsites, including the facilities in the Yokosuka region. Moreover, we will effectively utilize our current
research facilities, as well as eliminating unnecessary facilities and rigorously operating andmanaging our assets.

(3) Appropriate Response to Reformation of Public Interest Corporation
systemIn order to transfer to the status of a non-profit general foundation in fiscal 2012, we will steadily
carry out the designated procedures, such as devising articles of incorporation (draft) and selecting
9the first trustees for the period after the transition to our new status. We will also consider theestablishment of regulations on executives as necessary
In addition to the full-time supervisors already appointed, we will further expand our internal
control system by establishing a risk management and compliance system.

(4) Educating and Utilizing Personnel as the Key to Organization’s Sustainable
Development
We will establish measures that will enable researchers and administrative staff to perform their roles
to their maximum ability and to maintain and enhance individuals’ motivation and specialized skills
as we prepare for the future expansion of our research institutes. Specifically, by strengthening thepersonal support functions by which the head office’s human resource department directly draws
upon employees’ research interests and future goals and desires, the right employee can be assigned
to the right position, thus enabling each individual to maximize his/her own potential.
Moreover, in addition to the current methods of securing researchers—full-time hiring,
temporary employees (visiting researchers), transferred employees, and temporary staffing—we are
studying and considering the adoption of new methods to flexibly secure the staff needed to meet theincreasingly diverse research development going forward. This will also include a review ofprecedents at domestic and overseas research institutes.

(5) Promoting Information Transmission and Public Relations Activities
to Raise CRIEPI’s Value
We will continue to disseminate information such as our scientifically objective research results to awide range of stakeholders after clarifying CRIEPI’s position and point of view. At the same time,
we will actively seek stakeholders’ requests and views of CRIEPI and strive to reflect themappropriately in business operations.
Specifically, we will make policy and technology proposals at forums and symposiums hosted by
CRIEPI, and disseminate information on research results in various public relations media and our
website. At the same time, we will actively provide opportunities for the exchange of opinions withvarious levels of the electric power industry, hold social gatherings with the mass media and open
our research laboratories to the general public, using these opportunities as a way to hear the viewsof our stakeholders.

10Workforce
Although we anticipate an increase in the workforce in fiscal 2011 as a result of a rise in the number
of Visiting Researchers and transferred researchers corresponding to the expansion of CRIEPI’s
research, as well as an increase in the number of reemployed employees with the part time
reemployment system, employment will reach an equilibrium point of about 800 in the medium tolong term as a matter of basic policy. Accordingly, we will not only further enhance the skills of ourcurrent workforce, but also continue to streamline office work.
The workforce in fiscal 2011 is as follows.
(Expected as of April 1, 2011)
Item
Number (people)
Percentage distribution (%)
1. Research
740
88.1
Including 35 Visiting Researchers[Breakdown](1) Electricity(2) Civil Engineering andConstruction(3) Mechanical(4) Chemistry(5) Biology(6) Nuclear Engineering(7) Environmental Science(8) Information andCommunication(9) Socio-economics(10) Research Support andManagement
2. Office work
Total

121

(100.0)
16.3

93

12.6

96
74
62
48
46

13.0
10.0
8.4
6.5
6.2

40

5.4

46

6.2

114

15.4

100
840

11.9
100

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Statement of Budget

12Budget Compilation
The budget for CRIEPI operations was reduced to 33,910 million yen in fiscal 2011, down 390
million yen over the previous fiscal year. The main points are as follows.

1. Operating Activities(1) Revenue from ordinary benefits increased 1,430 million yen over the previous fiscal year to28,800 million yen.
(2) Business revenue stood at 2,520 million yen, down 980 million yen over the previous fiscal
year’s budget.
・Revenue from funded research is 1,800 million yen, down 200 million yen over the previous
fiscal year’s budget, as a result of an expected decrease in nationally funded research.
・Other business revenue, including revenue from joint research, decreased 780 million yen
over the previous fiscal year’s budget to 720 million yen.
(3) Other revenue was the same as the previous fiscal year’s budget, at 110 million yen.
(4) Business activity expenditures were up 810 million yen over the previous fiscal year’s budget
to 26,010 million yen.
・Business expenditures were up 700 million yen over the previous fiscal year’s budget to24,250 million yen as a result of spending to steadily generate research results and increased
obligations for social insurance premium.
・Management expenditures amounted to 1,760 million yen, up 110 million yen compared tothe previous fiscal year’s budget, as a result of higher retirement payments and other factors.

2.

Investing Activities(1) Revenue from investing activities is 2,140 million yen, including 1,200 million yen from theliquidation of special assets reserved for the acquisition of a research facility to carry out
experiments on high-grade carbonizing gasification of low-grade resources and 830 million yen
from the sale of public welfare assets.
(2) Expenditures on investing activities included a 5,800 million yen investment in facilities suchas a transient reactor test facility and a facility for experiments on high-grade carbonizing
gasification of low-grade resources to ensure research competitiveness, as well as 2,100 million
yen put into reserves for infrastructure development in the Yokosuka area.

3.

Financing Activities

There were no revenues or expenditures for financing activities.

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BudgetThe fiscal 2011 budget, compiled based on the above, is as follows.
Fiscal 2011 Budget for Revenues and Expenditures
From April 1, 2011 through March 31, 2012
(Unit: Million yen)
Revised budget Up and down Remarks
to previous year (△down)

BudgetI. Revenue and expenditure in business activity
1. Business activity income(1)Base property operation income(2)Benefit income
Current benefit income(3)Business income
Funded research business income
Other business income(4)Other income
Business activity income total
2.Business activity expenditure(1)Business expenditure
Personnel expenditure
Payment of expense, payment of expense(2)Management charge expenditure
Personnel expenditure
Payment of expense, payment of expense
Business activity expenditure total
Difference between revenue andexpenditure in business activity
II. Revenue and expenditure in investing activity
1. Investing activity income(1) Special asset virement income
Special asset virement income toacquire research facilities(2)Fixed asset acquiring expenditure(3)Long-term advance payment diversion expenditure
Investment activity income total
2. Investing activity expenditure,
Investing activity expenditure total(1)Special asset acquiring expenditureSpecial asset acquiring expenditure
to acquire research facilities(2)Fixed asset acquiring expenditure
Investment activity total
Difference between revenue andExpenditure in investing activity
III. Revenue and expenditure in financial activity
1. Financial activity income
2. Financial activity expenditure
Difference between revenue andExpenditure in financial activity
Difference between revenue andExpenditure in the current period
Difference between revenue andExpenditure in the previous balance brought
forwardDifference between revenue andExpenditure of balance carried forward

Note:

-

-

-

28,8002,520(1,800)(720)
110
31,43027,3703,500(2,000)(1,500)110
30,9801,430△980(△200)(△780)

24,250(10,020)(14,230)
1,760
(980)
(780)
26,01023,550(9,720)(13,830)
1,650
(880)
(770)
25,200

700
(300)
(400)
110
(100)
(10)
810

5,420

5,780

△360

1,200

1,550

△350

830
110
2,140

980
230
2,760

△150
△120
620

2,100

2,600

△500

5,800
7,900

6,500
9,100

△700
△1,200△5,760△6,340

580

-

-

-

△340

△560

220

340

900

△560

340

△340

-

450

1. The borrowing limit was 200 million yen.
2. Liabilities will amount to 4,500 million yen in fiscal 2012 and 600 million yen in fiscal 2013.

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