Kiko Network
Annual Report 20112011.4‐2012.3
Foreword
2011, the year of the devastating earthquake, nuclear disaster and climate change
There are still more than 100 thousand evacuees even after a year since the Great East Japan
Earthquake and Fukushima‐Daiichi nuclear disaster. People perceived these events as a kind of primordial
questioning of human activities. After that, Japan tried to review its energy and environmental policies.
Actually, everyone thought deeply about energy supply and demand, and then saved drastically on theirelectricity and energy use. In terms of climate protection, we relearned the need of reducing CO2 and, facedwith its significant impact on our lives and infrastructure, to not depend upon nuclear power.
The climate target of Japan, a 25% emission reduction by 2020 compared with 1990 levels, is a sortof international commitment and should be implemented responsibly based on scientific knowledge. InJapan, dependence on nuclear power has distorted the view of appropriate energy and climate policy. In May
2011, after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, Prime Minister Kan called for a shutdown of the Hamaoka
nuclear power plant with regard to its risk factors and gave instructions for a review of the “Basic EnergyPlan”, a high‐level plan addressing energy policy in Japan. In May 2012, all 54 nuclear power plants in Japan
were shut due to unwillingness on the part of a majority of people to continue relying on nuclear energy. In2011, we focused on energy policy, analyzed explanations by our government or electricity companies andmade proposals to citizens. We will continue from now to critically review energy and environment policy
with citizens.
We must learn from this event that was a tragedy beyond description. We proposed that we
increase energy efficiency and renewable energy use in order to achieve a 50% emissions reduction by 2050
and 25% reduction by 2020. We insisted that the issue of electricity supply‐demand could be resolved
without nuclear power by conserving electricity, continuing to operate existing non‐nuclear power plants andcutting peak power usage.
Even now, a lot remains to be understood to fully identify the cause of the accident. Unfortunately,
old ways of thinking die hard within the review process on energy policy after Fukushima. The way we haveto choose is a climate policy without nuclear power, not promoting nuclear as climate policy. It is clear that

restart of nuclear power plants will only occur with many restrictions. Under the feed‐in‐tariff scheme, wehave an opportunity to expand renewable energy at a local level. One of the most important tasks is anelectricity system reform. While contributing to reach an agreement on an international climate regime, weintend to focus on issues related to energy and electricity use in Japan.
Mie Asaoka
PresidentKiko Network
2nd June 2012

Overview: 2011
In 2011, a paradigm‐shift on energy policy started due to March 11 and the Fukushima nuclear
disaster. There was an urgent need for citizens to develop a future energy vision with a view to climate
protection. Kiko Network was in charge of catalyzing this vision.
At COP17/CMP7 at Durban, South Africa, governments reached a consensus related with a legallybinding deal as part of the 2nd commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol post‐2012 that a new arena for alegal framework applicable to all parties should be set up. Since Japan does not have a reduction target for
GHGs in the second commitment period, it cannot contribute to the ongoing international negotiations onclimate change
In terms of domestic policy dimensions, it is still unclear which direction Japan is headed in. It isnecessary to review the “Basic Energy Plan”, develop a long‐term roadmap for a safe climate, devise local
low‐carbon strategies under local initiative and support environment industries.
In 2011, we deployed multi‐level activities such as advocacy of a national energy strategy,
development of local low‐carbon strategies and lobbying at an international negotiation process. Moreover,
we intended to evaluate, analyze and propose ideas and policies based on experience and expertise andprovide information so as to receive widespread support.

International Activities
Some staff members of Kiko Network take part in UN climate talks, such as the Conference of the Parties foraddressing global climate change. During 2011, governments’ delegations continued to negotiate aninternational framework post‐2012, especially on a second commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol. Kiko
Network participated in two conferences as one of the observer organizations.
Lobbying at the conference
During the conference, we monitored the progress of the negotiations and issued and circulated
the COP/CMP Newsletter “Kiko” to participants urging for the best possible outcome. We had a dialogue withthe Head of the Japanese Delegation, the Minister of Environment Hosono at COP17/CMP7 held in Durban.
On the last day of the COP17/CMP7, Kiko Network released our statement on the agreed outcome of thenegotiations.
Along with one of the largest international NGO networks, “Climate Action Network International(CAN International)”, we tried to disseminate information, contribute to an issue of “ECO Newsletter” andhold an award ceremony for “Fossil of the Day Award”. Kimiko Hirata, Director of the Tokyo office, has beenin charge of the Board of Directors of CAN International since December 2011.
In addition, we held a press briefing especially for Japanese mass media and provided informationfrom the point of view of civil society.
Response to the issue of 2nd commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol
The presence of Japanese government officials at Durban seemed to be much less than that atCancun, COP16/CMP6. This stemmed from a shared recognition that Japan is not a negotiable actor at theconference because of their position, which refused participation in the second commitment period of theKyoto Protocol “on any conditions or any circumstances”.
Considering that situation､ we held a campaign “I ❤ KP special week” which asked theJapanese government to undertake the Kyoto commitment on the week of February 16th, which is ananniversary of the Kyoto Protocol entering into force.

Domestic policy proposal
In light of March 11th the Great East Japan Earthquake and Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, wefocused on energy issues, especially on the phase‐out of both nuclear power and fossil fuels and thediffusion of renewable energy as part of the policy making process in Japan. In July 2011, Prime Minister, Kan
expresses his view that we should lower our dependence upon nuclear power and review energy policy. InAugust 2011, the Feed‐in Tariff Scheme for Renewable Energy in Japan was enacted in the Diet session.
In terms of climate policy, the draft law of “Basic Act on Global Warming Countermeasures” hasbeen on the shelf for too long without discussion at the national Diet. Deliberations for achieving a 25%
emission reduction target seemed to be at a standstill. To make matters worse, electricity companies
substituted thermal power generation for nuclear power plants and it led to an increase in CO2 emissions.
Responding to this, Kiko Network released a trial calculation which stated that it is possible to achieve a 25%
CO2 emission reduction without nuclear power.
Within government, various committees were established and began a review process on energy
policy. We monitored this process and proposed alternative policy and measures in terms of sustainability incollaboration with other civil society organizations. At the beginning of 2012, the government suggested adraft revision of the “Act on the Rational Use of Energy” which weakened the reporting system on energyuse.

Lobby◆Energy related issues
We followed the discussion in the national Diet and lobbied on some of the following issues:‐Feed‐in Tariff Scheme for Renewable Energy in Japan‐ Revision of “Act on the Rational Use of Energy”‐Mid‐term target of emission reduction
Policy proposals◆Energy related policy including phase‐out of nuclear power
We released some policy proposals or reports as follows;‐Paper “25% energy saving, 25% renewable energy, 25% CO2 emission reductions are achievable”‐Paper “Analysis of the consequences of the shutdown of all nuclear power plants in Japan (Trialcalculation) ”◆F‐gas (Fluorinated greenhouse gas)
In light of trends in which some companies have started the installation of natural refrigerants, we called forstricter policy and measures for F‐gas control and shift from F‐gas to natural refrigerants.
Cooperative activities◆”e‐shift”: Civil Committee
As one of the members of “e‐shift”; made up of organizations and citizens who are calling for a nuclear
phase‐out and sustainable energy policy, we advocated for the realization of such an energy shift. 8thDecember, Civil Committee of e‐shift released “Basic policy of nuclear phase‐out and energy shift”.
◆Citizens Panel on Energy Scenarios
This panel examines various energy scenarios and other relevant studies and publishes its analyses for thepurpose of facilitating a shift in energy policies. The panel consists of members of major NGOs in Japan thatwork on energy‐related issues, including Kiko Network. This panel published some reports as follows;‐Report “Assessment Report on Costs of Electricity Generation” (21st October, 2011)‐“Annex 1: Trial Calculation of Costs of Nuclear Accident” (24th October, 2011)‐Seminar “Key Points of Sustainable Energy Society – Beyond the discussion of Costs” (7th November, 2011)‐Report “Problems of Japan’s Nuclear Scenarios as shown by the Executive Director of IEA” (28th November,2011)‐Responding to “Call for evidence to ‘Verification Committee on Costs’ ” (20th February, 2012)◆Others
We held some events cooperatively with other groups as follows

‐ Minna‐no Energy and Environment Conference‐ Climate‐J seminar

Local activities and networking
The field sites of climate change countermeasures are local. Therefore, it is needed to spread
effective activities in accordance with each locale’s identity. Recently, there are some municipalities trying todevelop a low‐carbon city or town through the consideration and implementation of “Local Action Plan for
Global Warming Countermeasures”, “Environmental Model City” and so on. However, generally speaking,local people are apt to think of climate protection as a sort of obligation or burden.
Kiko Network regards local activities for global climate protection as an opportunity to resolve local
challenges and make its community more attractive. We undertook substantive actions, such as developing
models and giving advice on activities in cooperation with local actors.
Building low‐carbon communities
Towards building low‐carbon community, we undertook activities such as a survey on cityordinances and planning, holding a seminar and coordinating a strategy session. Strategy sessions were held
at 5 sites based on the partnership with local governments, the Center for Climate Change Actions and civilsociety organizations.
5 sites; Miyagi, Okayama, Kochi, Uchiko, KumamotoSupporting local climate protection activities
We undertook coordinating and consulting at meetings on local climate protection activities andparticipation in a local council or committee as its member in some municipalities as follows‐Coordination of the partnership meeting
Yao City (Osaka Prefecture)‐Participation as a member of a council or a committee of municipality;
Tokyo Metropolitan, Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Joyo City (Kyoto Prefecture), Akashi City (HyogoPrefecture), Kakogawa City (Hyogo Prefecture), Takasago City (Hyogo Prefecture)

Educational Activities
Aiming to foster leaders and catalyzing a network for addressing climate change, we conducted someworkshops or seminars at the local level.
Project Climate
Project Climate is an educational programs’ package based on a “learning by doing” concept to foster citizens
who can think and take action by themselves for a safer climate. It was developed and Kiko Network initiatedits workshops.
Kids Eco‐life Challenge
We implemented educational programs on climate change for 10 thousand children at 173 elementary
schools in Kyoto City, in a cooperative partnership with Kyoto City government and other local organizations.
It is a “learning by doing” style by using an “environmental housekeeping book” for children.
Renewable Energy School in Kyoto 2011
Kiko Network held lecture series for citizen‐driven diffusion of renewable energy in Japan. In light of theFukushima accident, we included a theme of nuclear issues in RES Kyoto 2011.
Acceptance of students for an internship‐Hague University, Netherlands (1)‐Sompo Japan Environment Foundation (2)‐The Consortium of Universities in Kyoto (2)‐Youth Vision (2)‐Ritsumeikan University (4)‐Sophia Law School (1)‐Shibaura Institute of Technology (1)‐Saitama University (1)Raising awarenessSymposium “Prevention of climate change”
Kiko Network held a Symposium “Civil Society and Prevention of Climate Change” at Doshisha University,
Kyoto City, during the 18th ‐19th February 2012. A total of 600 participants discussed how we can achieveboth a nuclear phase‐out and CO2 emission reduction, recognizing the Durban outcomes as well as thenuclear disaster in Japan. It provided us with the opportunity to rethink future energy and climate policy
from diversified viewpoints and to build a widespread network.
Environmental Housekeeping Book
In cooperation with Kyoto City and others, we were in charge of promoting activities using an Environmental
Housekeeping Book.
Publications‐Newsletter:“Kiko Network Bulletin” (No.78‐No.83)‐E‐mail magazine: “Hot Talk Now!? Climate Change” (No.48‐71)

‐Pamphlet:“Another global warming countermeasure – F‐gas” (November, 2011)‐Book: Promoting local activities for preventing global warming using local resources.

Award‐CB/CSO Award; Encouraging Prize (2011)‐Hosei University Center for Regional Research; Encouraging Prize (2011)

Financial report
Kiko Network has a deficit in the fiscal year of 2011. The income from contract‐based project commissions has
been increasing, which indicates that Kiko Network’s activities are expanding. However, income from membership feesand donations remains unchanged and need to be focused on more to ensure Kiko Network`s financial situation
remains sustainable. On the other hand, membership fee and donations remain unchanged. Efforts should

continue to widen the base of support.

Financial report
Kiko Network has a deficit during 2011. A rate of contract revenue in the income is relatively large, it leads toan expansion of area of activities. On the other hand, membership fee and donations remains unchanged. It
should be continued to make an effort to get the broader support.

A) incomeamountsubject(yen）membership fee

2,469,000

donations

3,388,751

grant income

11,089,180

gratuities/event fee income

812,980contract revenue

28,329,347

goods sales revenue

378,620other income

236,556
Total ordinary income

46,704,434

B) expense
amountSubject(yen）

1.projects
public awareness/provision of information4,504,820

research/consultation

1,623,228

empirical knowledge sharing events

213,290

international/political negotiations

1,161,815

community/NGO supporting project

101,600

granted events

4,589,180

contract project

28,350,355
expense on projects

２.management expenditures
ordinary expenditure in totalbalance in 2011

40,544,288
7,306,408
47,850,696
amount (yen)balance from previous year（2011/4/1)

7,630,893

ordinary income in total

46,704,434

ordinary expenditure in total

47,850,696

balance (2012/3/31)

6,484,631

About Kiko Network
Kiko Network is a non‐governmental organization (NGO) that undertakes "proposal” and “action" inpractice in order to prevent climate change.
We are to make a major “change” in the society as a whole; not only making change in action ofindividuals, but also through industry, economy, energy, lifestyle, and community.
For the aim of realizing a sustainable global society, we are working on creating models at
community levels and carrying out education programs besides making specific policy proposals and sharing
information.

Kiko Network's Mission
To prevent Climate Change that is threatening human beings and to realize a sustainable global society,xConstruct an international system that substantially reduces the emission of greenhouse gas worldwide.

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Construct a sustainable low‐carbon socio‐economic system in Japan.

xChange to an energy system that is not dependent on either fossil fuels or nuclear power.

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Promote the construction of a low‐carbon society with cooperation of other sectors and local citizen
networks.

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Construct a Climate Change policy‐making process with citizen involvement and disclosing relevant
information.

List of board members
Yurika Ayukawa
Kuniyasu Inoue
Yoshitsugu Sasaki
Ken Tsuzuku
Hiromi Nishizono
Ikumi Hara
Tsuyoshi Hara
Motohiro Yamazaki
Naoyuki Yamagishi
Mie Asaoka, President
Harumi Suda, Senior Vice‐President
Kenro Taura, Executive Director
Kimiko Hirata, Director

President and Vice‐President
President: Mie Asaoka
Vice‐President: Harumi Suda

Secretariat
Kyoto office: Kenro Taura, Yosuke Toyota, Masayoshi Iyoda, Koichi Shiba, Hajime Yamamoto, Hiroko Tanaka,
Shino Matsumoto
Tokyo office: Kimiko Hirata, Momoi Takako