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NIER
National Institute of Environmental Research
CREATIVITY, INNOVATION, LEADERSHIP
about NIER
History
06
Mission
07
Strategy
07
Organization
08
Human Resources
09
Budget
10
Secured Research Equipment
10
Map
11
RESEARCH FIELD
INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
RESEARCH ACHIEVEMENT
Research Strategy and Planning
14
International Conference
54
SCI
58
Environmental Health Risk Research
19
Joint Research
55
Research Project
62
Climate and Air Quality Research
24
International Project
56
Publication
66
Water Environment Research
29
Ecology Research
35
Transportation Pollution Research
41
Resource Recirculation Research
44
Water Environment Research on the
4 Major Rivers
48
APPENDIX
Business at a Glance
68
NIER Website Service
74
Message from the President
On behalf of all NIER members, I would like to thank you for the support you have given us up to now.
But to achieve our goal of realizing a low-carbon society, fully reviving Korea’s four major rivers, establishing a
sustainable society and becoming a think-tank for global environmental issues, your further support and
attention is a prerequisite.
NIER ANNUAL REPORT 2009 _ 04
05
Thank you for your interest in the National Institute of Environmental Research (NIER).
NIER is a professional governmental research institute working cooperatively with the Korean government in the development
and implementation of environmental policies.
The institute was founded in 1978 by 44 dedicated researchers under its former name, the National Environmental Protection
Institute. It began humbly with only 10 research projects, but has since grown to become the leading environmental research
institute in Korea: with approximately 300 experts in air and marine environment, ecology and resource recirculation, and
more than 100 ongoing research projects.
NIER’s support of national environmental policy is based on field research. Specifically, we seek out causes and appropriate
responses for environmental diseases; research climate change adaptation; and ensure an adequate supply of clean water.
NIER is also at the forefront of solving environmental issues in Northeast Asia by participating in long-range Transboundary
Air Pollutants research and China’s West Lake Water Quality Improvement Project. Of course, a major focus of NIER’s
activities is climate change–a pressing environmental problem faced by the entire world. In this area we are fully committed
to offering valuable data and support for related policy development.
Within the pages of NIER’s 2009 Annual Report, you will find detailed information on the results of various research projects
conducted by the institute throughout 2008. These results will undoubtedly be of keen interest to institutions, academia and
companies as well as the general public.
In particular, this report contains the results of GHG emission source investigations, future emission prospects and evaluations
on reduction practices, and updates, forecasts and assessments on global climate change. The report also introduces pollution
assessment standards for each media (air, water, soil and ground water), as well as NIER’s standards management targeting
analysis organizations.
Further, the report provides stocktake of NIER’s natural ecology studies on fauna, flora and wetlands; details the ecosystem
changes caused by climate change; and presents toxic chemical risk assessment results.
We hope that this report acts as a clear and effective aid to understanding not only NIER’s research, but the environmental
problems we all face.
On behalf of all NIER members, I would like to thank you for the support you have given us up to now. But to achieve our goal of
realizing a low-carbon society, fully reviving Korea’s four major rivers, establishing a sustainable society and becoming a
think-tank for global environmental issues, your further support and attention is a prerequisite.
Thank you.
NIER | President
about NIER
History
In the 1970s, accelerated industrialization and urbanization in Korea resulted in serious environmental
contamination. The National Environmental Protection Institute (NEPI) was launched by the Korean government in
July 1978 in response to the various environmental crises of the time. Years later in 2005, NEPI was expanded and
renamed the National Institute of Environmental Research (NIER) with increased researchers, infrastructure and
equipments.
In 2009, NIER has been making active efforts to streamline its organization and strengthen its research strategy
function. Through these efforts, the institute hopes it may better fulfill its role as a government-run environmental
research institution whose work is vital to the creation and implementation of environmental policy and pollution
prevention projects.
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1978~1989__Foundation
1990~1999__Development
2000~2009__Leaping forward
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July 2000
Relocated to Environmental
Research Complex in
Incheon
January 1980
NEPI was incorporated into the newly
established Environment
Administration
July 1978
Established as the National
Environmental Protection Institute
(NEPI) under the Ministry of Health
and Social Affairs in Seoul
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20
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01
20
February 2009
Changed from an organization based
on function to one based on
environmental media
March 2007
The Environmental Health and Safety
Department was renamed
the Environmental Health Research
Department, and the Chemicals
Assessment Department was newly
created
February 2006
The Environmental Training
Department was spun off as the
National Institute of Environmental
Human Resources Development
July 2005
Renamed the National Institute of
Environmental Research
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Mission
Vision
Play a pivotal role as
a think-tank in solving
environmental problems
Mission
Support environmental policies
based on scientific research
Aim
Develop into one of the six most prominent
environmental research institutes in the
world within 10 years
Strategy
Lead national
research studies in
support of Korean
environmental
policy
(
Identify and
pursue five core
environmental
research
projects
Upgrade the
organization and
cultivate NIER
personnel
FIVE CORE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH PROJECTS
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■
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Improve
environmental
research
infrastructure
)
Research on adapting to climate change and achieving a low-carbon society
Research on managing the environment based on risk
Research on creating a sustainable society that recycles resources effectively
Establishment of the means to protect and restore the ecosystem
Research on improving air, water and soil quality
about NIER
President
Environmental Health
Risk Research
Department
Research Strategy
and Planning Office
Transportation Pollution
Research Center
Water Environment
Research Department
Resource Recirculation
Research Center
Ecology Research
Department
Climate and Air Quality
Research Department
Water Environment
Research Centers of the
4 Major Rivers
Organization
1 Office, 4 Departments, 15 Divisions and 6 Centers
President
Research Strategy and Planning Office
Water Environment Research Department
Research Planning Division
Water Environment Control Research Division
Future Strategy Research Team
Watershed Ecology Research Team
Research Support Division
Drinking Water Research Division
Measurement Standards Division
Soil and Groundwater Research Team
Water Pollution Cap System Research Division
Department
Ecology Research Department
Risk Assessment Division
Nature Conservation Research Division
Chemicals Registration and Evaluation Team
Ecosystem Assessment Division
Environmental Epidemiology Division
Biosafety Research Division
Chemicals Behavior Research Division
Chemical Safety Research Team
Climate and Air Quality Research Department
Air Quality Research Division
Air Quality Control Research Division
Indoor Air Quality Research Team
Climate Change Research Division
Transportation Pollution Research Center
Resource Recirculation Research Center
Water Environment Research Centers of the
4 Major Rivers
Han River Water Environment Research Center
Nakdong River Water Environment Research Center
Geum River Water Environment Research Center
Yeongsan River Water Environment Research Center
Human Resources
(as of May 2009)
Permanent
staff
Research
person(%)
2009
Doctorates of
permanent
research
staff
2009
Doctorates of
visiting
researchers
220 (75.1)
Administration
30 (10.2)
Technical Assistance
43 (14.7)
Total
293 (100)
PhDs
127 (57.7)
MSs
91 (41.4)
BSs
2 (0.9)
Total
220 (100)
PhDs
44 (9.3)
MSs
227 (48.1)
BSs
187 (39.6)
2009
Others
Total
14 (3.0)
472 (100)
09
about NIER
Budget
Budget
Research and Study
(in millions of KRW)
50,354
56,031
33,959
1,453
1,555
39,247
1,000
700
15,331
21,499
14,840
14,420
Operation expenses
Personnel expenses
Research DB establishment
39,247
33,959
Environmental research
Research and study
16,748
18,049
Research infrastructure
establishment and operation
’08
’09
’08
’09
Secured Research Equipment
Department
Equipment
Total
Unit
Price
277Types 562Units 59,476
Environmental Health Risk Research Department
Gas Chromatography
40
44
4,761
Climate and Air Quality Research Department
X-ray Fluorescencel Spectrometer
57
177
9,893
Water Environment Research Department
UV/VIS Spectrophotometer
58
120
6,884
Ecology Research Department
Plant Growth Chamber
13
18
623
Vehicle Emission Exhaust Analyzer
53
113
32,425
Resource Recirculation Research Center
Liquid Chromatography
35
56
3,618
Research Strategy and Planning Office
Computer
21
34
1,272
Map
13
11
14
8
15
4
9
7
3
10
5
6
1
2
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Main Entrance
Information
Administration Bldg.
Heavy-duty Vehicle Research Bldg.
Research Bldg. 1
In-use Vehicle Research Bldg.
Research Bldg. 2
Vehicle Exhaust Lab.
Research Bldg. 3
Combustion Lab.
Indoor Air Quality Research Bldg.
Vehicle Noise Fast Track
Acoustic Lab.
Environmental Specimen Bank
Environmental Toxicity Research Bldg.
Green House
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RESEARCH FIELD
Creation, Innovation, Rising to the Challenge
NIER serves as an environmental problem-solver for Korea and the world.
The Research Strategy and Planning Office is in charge of planning,
administering and supporting NIER’s practical research projects.
Low Carbon–Green Development
NIER is establishing itself as an environmental leader
Leader | Samcwan Kim
15
Plan, Meet Challenges, Move forward
NIER is striving to become one of the top six environmental institutes
in the world. This goal is one of our driving forces, and we will diligently
and passionately work towards it until it is achieved.
The Research Strategy and Planning Office is pursuing five important tasks: developing research strategies
and plans to realize an environment-friendly and sustainable Korea; creating conditions and providing
support to smoothly implement environmental strategies and plans; establishing environmental
assessment standards to improve the efficacy and reliability of research in Korea; building cooperative
environmental research relations with other countries; and conducting PR on NIER’s research and results.
Strategies for future development
Vitalization of international cooperation
NIER’s effective research strategies will be what
Environmental problems are not contained within
catapult it into the ranks of the world’s best
national borders-which is why international joint
environmental research institutes. We will continue to
research and cooperation is so vital. Global environ-
be unwavering in our support of national and global
mental issues include climate change and extreme
policies that help to realize a low-carbon and green
weather events, hazardous waste, chemicals,
society, a safe environment and a stable ecosystem.
endocrine disruptors, GMO/LMO and air pollutants.
In 2008, NIER pursued more than 20 international
The Research Strategy and Planning Office is also
research projects including the Joint Research Project
responsible for identifying core research topics and
on Long Range Transboundary Air Pollution (LTP), the
detailed research objectives. The office conducts
China’s West Lake Water Quality Improvement Project
analyses on the latest environmental technology and
and the Capacity Development for Environmental
research trends from around the world in order to
Science Expert.
keep NIER researchers abreast of new developments
and bolster the research capabilities of the
NIER is also an active participant at international
organization.
environment meetings like the Tripartite Presidents’
Meeting among Korea, China and Japan, taking the lead
The office also assists national R&D projects at the
in discussions on pressing and future environmental
government investigation, analysis and evaluation
issues.
levels, and conducts research data informatization to
ensure efficient management and utilization of
Environmental PR
environmental statistics.
The PR activities of the Research Strategy and Planning
TEMM working-level meeting
Youth experiential learning program
Office are focused on raising public awareness of
College student training program
Establishment of state-of-the-art research facilities
environmental problems by providing reliable
information about pollution and the natural
NIER is equipped with state-of-the-art research
environment. In 2008, NIER opened a PR Lounge on the
infrastructure and facilities to produce precise,
first floor of the administration building to present
practical and timely environmental research outcomes.
information to the general public on the institute’s
research projects and outcomes. A PR video in Korean
Environmental toxicity research building
and English on NIER’s activities is presented to visitors
NIER completed construction of the Environmental
daily in the PR Lounge.
Toxicity Research Building in November 2005. The twostory building with an area of 2,940 square meters is
Recognizing children as the future leaders of
equipped with an aquatic nursery and a toxicity testing
environmental technologies, NIER began its youth
lab. Chemical assessments are conducted based on
experiential learning program in October 2008.
international levels.
We also launched a training program targeted at
In January 2008, the building was expanded by two
college students in environment-related majors, which
floors to meet the OECD GLP (Good Laboratory
has garnered positive responses.
Practice) standard. Various toxicity tests concentrating
on receptors are currently being conducted in the
The Research Strategy and Planning Office opens
building.
NIER’s research results to the general public on a
yearly basis through various media.
Environmental specimen bank
NIER began construction of the Environmental
NIER’s webzine, “YES” (Young Environmental Science),
Specimen Bank (ESB) in 2007; it is scheduled for
keeps the public up-to-date on environmental
completion in 2010.
institutions, regulations, revisions and the latest
trends.
The specimen bank is an archive for samples that can
Environmental toxicity research building
Environmental specimen bank
Backyung-do atmos. intensive monitoring center
be used to document and assess environmental
Center is a 662 square-meter two-story building
quality. The goal is to secure 0.4 million samples of 14
established in November 2007.
species representing Korea’s ecosystem by 2030.
As an advanced monitoring base, its main
When completed, ESB will have three floors and a total
responsibility is to monitor the background
size of 2,340 square meters. The building will consist of
concentration of air pollutants to ensure compliance
a freezing room, sampling preparation laboratory and
with the Korean government’s air quality preservation
analysis room, all of which will be equipped with highly
policy.
efficient air-cleaning devices. All samples will be
barcoded and stored, and samples going in and out will
The center has laboratories for LTP, air pollutant
be strictly documented and recorded in the database.
assessment, instrument analysis, chemical analysis,
reagent/glassware, aerosol analysis, gas pollutant
The environmental specimens at ESB will include
analysis and computing; it also has an inlet and
shoots of Red pine and Korean pine, leaves of
automatic rain sampler on the roof.
Mongolian oak, Pigeon egg, and Common carp muscle.
They will be collected at one-year intervals from
To ensure precise assessment and analysis results on
terrestrial, river and marine environments.
gas and particulate pollutants, the center is fully
equipped with state-of-the-art research instruments
Through retrospective analysis of environmental
such as the Aerosol Mass Spectrometer (AMS), gas
specimens, research in the development of ESB will
pollutants analyzer, aerosol analyzer and LIDAR.
improve the reliability of environmental monitoring,
ecological risk assessment, and health impact
Climate change research building
assessment.
The Climate Change Research Building is a 4,050
square-meter building consisting of the main building
Backyung-do atmospheric intensive monitoring center
(two floors) and annex (two floors). The building serves
The Backyung-do Atmospheric Intensive Monitoring
as a center of research on climate change adaptation
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Type approval and certification
of equipments
(case)
25,590
21,977
23,429
17,860
226
Climate Change Research Building
Type approval
Certification
117
2005
200
174
2006
2007
2008
and GHG reduction in Korea. It also stands as an
measuring and analyzing 55 pollutants in seven
example of a zero-carbon emission building, allowing
environmental fields. And Type approval and
the general public to experience first-hand GHG
certification of equipments has been expanded on a
reduction technologies.
yearly basis
R&D projects
As for standard testing methods for environmental
pollutants (the regulation was enacted on May 4, 1972),
Due to rapid increases in new environmental problems
NIER has identified 10 environmental fields as of 2009:
like climate change and their adverse effects on
air, water quality, drinking water, soil, waste,
human health, there is a growing demand for more
noise/vibration, indoor air quality, toxic chemicals,
environmental research.
odorous substances and persistent organic pollutants
(POPs), and is introducing and revising test methods in
In response, NIER increased its R&D projects, and to
each area to ensure compliance with international
ensure efficient and comprehensive management of
levels
those projects, launched the R&D Project Service
Team.
NIER is also conducting an accreditation and
management program for professional measurement
The team is responsible for planning and managing
institutions, following the POPs accreditation
R&D projects, organizing evaluation teams for project
regulation (Established Regulation 458) and the
proposals and conducting administrative project-
notice on PCBs measurement institutions (announced
related works.
on March 10, 2009).
Measurement standards and quality management
As of March 2009, NIER is carrying out accreditation
and management work for 13 POPs-related
NIER is in charge of quality management for the
organizations (including two official institutions), and
environmental organizations responsible for
42 waste-measurement institutions.
We provide the foundation to assess risk in such areas as environmental disease,
chemical accidents and biological terrorist attacks. Our research keeps the public safe.
Safe Society - Healthy Citizens
NIER continues to work towards these ultimate goals
Leader | Jinseok Han
19
Safety, Health and Hope
Ever increasing suffering from environmental diseases,
Rising anxiety over accidents involving toxic chemicals,
NIER is committed to protecting the public with sound risk
assessment procedures.
The Environmental Health Risk Research Department is dedicated to easing public concern over chemicals
through solid research. The department is responsible for studying chemical risk assessment measures,
developing and providing national data on chemicals to the public, researching the impacts of chemicals on
human health and studying chemical behaviors. We also undertake necessary research to protect Korea
from chemical accidents and terrorism.
Risk assessment
OECD, Korea has been actively involved in this working
party and NIER has taken the role of the focal point.
The Environmental Health Risk Research Department
is evaluating toxicity of various chemicals following
OECD WPMN has organized eight Steering Groups
OECD guideline. Lately, we are developing and
(SGs) in order to foster capacity for risk management
standardizing ecological toxicity test methods fitting
of nanomaterials. Korea is working for SG1 (OECD
Korea with utilizing indigenous animals, which are
Database on EHS Research), SG3 (Safety Testing of
spiral shellfish and freshwater shrimp collected from
Representative Set of Manufactured Nanomaterials),
domestic water system.
SG4 (Manufactured Nanomaterials and Test Guidelines) and SG8 (Exposure Measurement and Exposure
Amid rising demands for ecological toxicity tests, NIER
Mitigation) as a participant.
has developed a training program to cultivate field
experts in need. For them, we keep evaluating the
After introduction of the new chemical notification
program and providing an opportunity of internship at
scheme in 1991, about 6,700 new or existing
advanced or GLP-certified institutes in the world. In
substances have been assessed. Among them, 590 and
addition, we review other similar programs satisfying
45 substances were designated as toxic chemicals and
GLP in and out of Korea.
observational chemicals, respectively.
The advancement of nanotechnology is increasing
The Environmental Health Risk Research Department
chances of environmental and human exposure to
is responsible for assuring the quality of data reported
various nanomaterials.
from 3,000-plus facilities, providing technical training
to facilities and regional environment offices, reducing
The Working Party on Manufactured Nanomaterials
TRI (Toxics Release Inventory) chemicals, offering
(WPMN) was established in 2006 by the OECD’s
training contents for industries (http://tri.nier.go.kr)
Chemicals Committee to understand their impacts on
and developing a web-based reporting and verification
human health and the environment. As a member of
system.
Flow-through Exposure System
Oryzias sinensis (upper), Oryzias latipes (lower)
Nursery
NIER introduced GHS (Globally Harmonized System
NIER’s survey has been focused on residents of
of classification and labelling of chemicals) in July
industrial parks and abandoned mines. We interviewed
2008. We carry out a project on the classification
thousands of residents near six industrial complexes
and labeling of toxic chemicals and their mixtures
and four abandoned mines, and constantly monitor and
for the implementation of GHS, which is scheduled
evaluate their exposure to toxic materials.
in 2011.
A cohort study was designed and relations between
GLP is an experimental guidance recommended by the
environmental changes and their effects on human
OECD for the maintenance of the credibility of toxicity
bodies were investigated based on bio-specimen
data of a chemical substance.
analysis and respiratory function test.
As of March 2009, a total of 11 institutes have been
Recently, there is a growing concern over various
designated as GLP-certified institutes for toxicity
harmful environmental factors such as asbestos,
testing of chemical substances in Korea.
Development of environmental health indicators
Public health
Environmental health
indicators proposal
Initial screening
The department is conducting a basic research to
assess exposure of the public to toxic pollutants and to
provide scientific basis for national environmental
health policies.
Initial indicators
Expert group assessment
Feasible assessment
of core indicators
Expert group assessment
Selection of
feasible indicators
Core indicators
Expert group
assessment
Pilot study
In addition, we have developed a scientific model to
investigate an individual exposure level depending on
daily activities and lifestyle pattern in order to reflect
social and economic characteristics of Korea.
Development of
environmental health
indicators
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Environmental health survey
Environmental health survey
GC/MSD
nanomaterials, and fine and ultrafine particles. We are
environmental health indicators; building a compre-
dedicated to protecting particularly vulnerable
hensive database; establishing analytical methods; and
populations: children and the elderly.
standardizing biological sample storage.
We investigated the mercury exposure level of children
Safe storage of and analysis on biological sample is
living in the areas near power plants starting 2005 and
the key to improve reliability of the health impact
have studied health effect of Asian Dust (dust and
assessment and epidemiological study.
sandstorms) on children recruited in Korea and China
since 2007.
NIER is committed to bettering storage standardization
and analytical method establishment.
Our research focus in the field is to find the association
between environmental diseases and exposure to fine
Chemicals management
particle in schoolchildren.
The fate and behavior of environmental pollutants has
In addition, we also have done the risk assessment on
attracted considerable scientific and political interest
chemicals in children's products to implement
due to their adverse effects on human bodies and
appropriate management.
ecosystem, and transportation in the environment.
All our research efforts are to provide scientific
NIER performs multimedia research to assess and
support for children's environmental health protection
predict exposures of ecosystems to harmful
policies based on the Environmental Health Act of
pollutants and this research provides information on
Korea. NIER is going to expand the research area to
environmental pathways including air, water and soil.
cover environmental health in the elderly.
Surveys and monitoring studies are carried out to
Besides, we are carrying out fundamental works on the
determine methyl mercury and PPCPs (Pharmaceuticals
environmental health. These works include developing
and Personal Care Products) in environmental
HRGC-HRMS
Emergency response training
matrices and multimedia model are studied to
Emergency response vehicle
Chemical DB development
determine exposure pathways, levels and sources.
New Chemicals
Sum
2002~2004
559
559
NIER is equipped with state-of-the-art instruments
2005
41
600
such as GC/MSD, GC/MS-MS, GC/HRMS, HPLC, LC/MS
2006
400
1,000
2007
200
1,200
2008
150
1,350
and LC/MS-MS to establish new analytical methods for
emerging unregulated pollutants such as POPs
candidates, PPCPs and organic metals including
methyl mercury.
It's been distributed and currently being operated at
In addition, we participate in interlab test for POPs
589 public authorities (fire stations, police stations,
(dioxins and coplanar PCBs) prepared by Intercal AB in
local governments and the army). The main purpose of
Sweden to validate the quality of analytical results and
the CARIS is to efficiently support emergency
carry out the research for certified standard materials
responses to various hazardous chemical accidents
used to proficiency test for environmental laboratories
and terrors.
in Korea.
The CARIS is operated 24 hours using real-time
The Chemical Accident Response Information System
meteorological wind field generation system and
(CARIS) was introduced by NIER and its construction
estimates transport and dispersion of chemicals in the
took three years.
event of accidents.
The system is composed of accident prevention,
With those results, we can provide necessary
monitoring and response system. It continues to be
information (including best paths to accident spots,
upgraded for better use since it was initially brought
chemical properties and effects on related industries)
into service, and was granted a national patent for its
on the response of chemical accidents to emergency
excellence in 2006.
responders and authorities.
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We diagnose the atmospheric environment, analyze indoor air quality and study the
global environment in the areas of climate change and LTP. We are dedicated to
realizing a clear blue sky for our children and for generations to come.
Clear Sky - Clean Air
NIER is doing its utmost to make these a reality
Leader | Sukjo Lee
25
Sky, Wind and Freedom
Looking at the blue sky, Breathing clean air,
Enjoying the four beautiful seasons of Korea,
NIER conducts studies on indoor air quality and the global atmospheric
environment in order to realize a clearer, cleaner society.
The Climate and Air Quality Research Department’s research fields range from climate change and air
pollutants to indoor air quality. The purpose of its research is to realize a clean atmospheric environment
in Korea and the world.
Climate change research
The department publishes Korean report of IPCC
(white paper) by collecting related research results in
NIER is carrying out studies on climate change
order to develop responsive strategies.
adaptation, establishing national greenhouse gas
inventory and reduction strategies, and providing basic
We are also a progressive participant of the world
research for creation of a low carbon society, based on
efforts to address climate change with playing a part in
the master plan for climate change adaptation
the international workshops and the international
released in December 2008 by the Korean government.
cooperation against climate change.
Our monitoring center at Gosan in Jeju Island
NIER operates GHG-CAPSS (Greenhouse Gas-Clean
measures and analyzes the characteristics of
Air Policy Support System), following category
greenhouse gas emission continuously. NIER will
classification and emission estimation methods of
launch a geostationary orbit satellite in 2016 for a
IPCC to provide a realizable statistical data on climate
more advanced monitoring network.
change in Korea.
An integrated system on climate change and air quality
Integrated modeling system ; climate and atmos. chem.
is being developed to find out the interaction between
climate change and atmospheric environment.
GCM
RCM
CCSM
MM5,WRF,
RegCM
The system combines global and regional climate
model, and atmospheric chemical model, enabling
Integrated modeling
system
us to assess climate change impacts on each
environmental media such as air, water quality and
ecology and their vulnerability. The results will be
released to the public as well as the experts on GIS and
WEB.
GCTM
RCTM
GEOS-Chem
CMAQ
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Aircraft and measurement instrument
GHG emission by region
Aircraft inside
International seminar on Green Growth
The department provides technological support by
estimating GHG emission and reduction amount, using
2006 | GHG(in 10 3 ton)
10,000
30,000
50,000
90,000
LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) and simulation model
such as AIM and MARKAL.
Our research includes development of new
technologies for creation of a low-carbon society;
development of new and renewable energy and
implementation of related policies; establishment of
database and action plans; predicting GHG emission
and reduction possibility; and studying environmental
GHG-CAPSS methodologies for estimation of emission
evaluation based on food mileage.
and emission categories are consistent with the
Revised 1996 IPCC Guidelines for National Greenhouse
Air pollutant management
Gas Inventories.
The National Atmospheric Environmental Data Center
GHG-CAPSS has estimated GHG emission of 258 cities,
(NAEDC) was founded within NIER in 2001 in order to
counties and districts of Korea for 5 years from 2001 to
intensively analyze and assess the air quality and finally
2006 by using SEMS (Stack Emission Management
support policy making.
System).
The missions of NAEDC are collecting and managing
In addition to CO2, CH4 and N2O, we are developing
air pollution data; publishing the annual and monthly
inventory of F-GHG emission such as HFCs, PFCs, SF6
reports; analyzing highly polluted days; and evaluating
and that of indirect sources such as electricity
air quality preservation policies.
consumption to improve the GHG-CAPSS.
Atmos. sampling system
HAPs sampling from major sources
HAPs sampling from major sources
The Long-range Transboundary Air Pollutants (LTP)
manner, develop countermeasure techniques, conduct
project launched at the Seoul workshop on LTP in 1995
a joint study among the three countries, and establish
and has been pushed forward as one of the TEMM
a research network.
(Tripartite Environment Ministers Meeting among
Korea, China and Japan) cooperation projects since
In the meantime, the Backyung-do Atmospheric
1996.
Intensive Monitoring Center conducts continuous
monitoring and analyses on air quality to suggest
During the first stage from 2000 to 2004, the members
background concentration of air pollutants. With being
laid down the foundation for a five-year joint research
equipped with advanced facilities and instruments, it
on LTP monitoring and modeling.
provides real-time monitoring and analysis on air
quality, LTP, Asian Dust, acid rain and fog.
At the second stage from 2005 to 2007, investigation
on transboundary transfer of SO2 was conducted.
In order to obtain more reliable HAPs emission data
Currently, in the third stage (2008~2012), research
from major sources, direct sampling for the possible
focus is ozone and fine particles.
pollutants from the stack was carried out and the
analysis was performed.
The Korean government pushes ahead with
comprehensive measures to address Asian Dust. In
HAPs emission and emission characteristics from oil
order to conduct a streamlined and systematic
refinery plant, steel mills, rubber and plastic
research on Asian Dust, NIER organized the Dust and
manufacturing industry, and paper and paper product
Sand Storm Research Center (DSSRC) in February
industry are being surveyed and estimated to develop
2007.
an emission inventory.
DSSRC is responsible for designing and integrating
HAPs emission inventory will be integrated into CAPSS,
comprehensive research plans on DSS in order to
GHGs emission database of NIER.
provide citizens with adequate information in a timely
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Scanning Electron Microscopy
Anechoic Lab.
Indoor air research
Indoor air sampling
A health effect survey has been designed to evaluate
the relationship between occupational and environ-
It is executing research on indoor air quality; pollutants
mental exposure, and the asbestos related diseases
emitted from building materials and consumer
for the residents near mines and factories.
products; asbestos management; and noise and
vibration.
In case of building inspections, main objects are to
inspect the use of ACM (Asbestos Containing Material)
A time-series research began to understand the
building material and check the friability.
changes in indoor pollutants in 2004. We measure
concentration of formaldehyde and volatile organic
In addition, our research covers naturally occurring
compounds in apartment buildings before occupation
asbestos (NOA), which is recently drawing attention
and to a certain interval.
in the world. We boast an advanced analysis infrastructure, comprising TEM-EDS (Transmission
Up until now, about 3,000 building materials such as
Electron Microscope-Energy Dispersive X-ray
wallpaper, flooring, paints and adhesives have been
Spectrometer) and SEM-EDS (Scanning Electron
subject to our emission test. Based on the results,
Microscope-Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectrometer).
NIER has revised pollutant test methods for
building materials and set up a better standard last
As for noise, NIER is performing 3D noise prediction to
year.
obtain coherency and accuracy of prediction results
with developing a city-wide noise map.
In 2007 and 2008, the research was expanded to cover
furniture and home appliances. With being equipped
We have secured reverberation room, anechoic
with 20-L small chambers and 1m3, 5m3 and 24m3 full
room and the sound level measurement system of
scale chambers, the team tested 23 different kinds of
construction machinery to accumulate precise
furniture and 16 electric-electronic products.
data.
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NIER is conducting a variety of studies on drinking water and water ecosystems which
include monitoring water environments, introducing advanced systems, and developing
emergency responses to ensure safe drinking water. The purpose of these efforts is to
secure a healthy and sustainable water environment.
Safe Water - Stable Ecosystem
NIER works hand-in-hand with the international community
Leader | Dongil Jung
Water, Soil and Life
The earth is 70 percent water but humans are able to utilize
only 0.0086 percent of its water resources. It is for this reason
that the earth’s water resources are so precious and should be
shared more equally around the world.
NIER is doing its part to make this a reality through research aimed at both securing healthy and stable
drinking water in Korea and around the globe and protecting the earth’s aquatic ecosystem. The Water
Environment Research Department conducts surveys and research to guarantee safe drinking water and
healthy underwater ecosystem, and to lead water environment policies. Toward this end, it established
specific goals in each field and is implementing detailed tasks.
Advanced water environment standard
phthalate, and Sb) were added; Pb and Cd limits were
reinforced; fecal coliform was introduced; and a
Korea’s water quality management is focused on
biological indicator and a biological understanding
acceptors, thereby, establishing a standard based on
table were adopted.
impacts of degrading water quality on human bodies
and the environment.
We developed a table about biological characteristics
for better understanding biological assessment. In this
NIER was in charge of developing a comprehensive
table, organisms are divided into 4 classes considering
waster quality evaluation measure and surveying
inhabiting fish species, benthos, and characteristics of
major water systems using 43 parameters including
habitat. In addition, we developed an index for
benzene. Based on the result, we made a few
assessing eutrophication of lakes and marshes.
suggestions to improve the national standard. As a
result, the national water quality standard classification
Currently, NIER is leading the study to upgrade Korea’s
was changed from 5 grades into 7 grades; a descriptive
wastewater management system to consider
indication method (good, slightly good and others)
characteristics of wastewater and BAT according to
was introduced; 8 more parameters (carbon
industrial sectors.
tetrachloride, 1,2-dichloroethane, tetrachloroethylene,
dichloromethane, benzene, chloroform, di (2-ethylhexyl)
Water Environmental
Information System
http://water.nier.go.kr
Service
- Waterbody monitoring data
·Water quality
·Hydrological data
·Biological data (e.g., fish, periphyton,
benthic macroinvertebrate)
- Water quality standards, watershedrelated data, etc
Drinking water and soil/groundwater management
As of now, 57 water quality items, including hazardous
chemicals, DBPs (disinfection byproducts), pesticides
and microorganisms, have been managed for safe
drinking water in Korea. We began considering enteric
viruses and pathogenic protozoa with increasing
interest about hygienic safety of drinking water in 1997.
In addition, NIER performed various studies on impacts
Gammarus
Ephemera orientalis
Radix auricularia coreana
Limnodrilus gotoi
Biological assessment of streams, rivers and characteristics of their habitat
Very Good~ Good
Organism
Grade
Good ~ Normal
Normal ~ Slightly Bad
Biological Indication
Benthos
Slightly Bad ~ Very Bad
Habitat and Characteristics
Fish
Gammarus, Crayfish, Drunella aculea,
Cincticostella levanidovae, Plecoptera,
Rhyacophila KUa, Glossosoma KUa,
Hydatophylax nigrovittatus,
Psilotreta kisoensis
Oncorhynchus masou masou,
Rhynchocypris kumgangensis,
Brachymystax lenok tsinlingensis,
Rhynchocypris oxycephalus
- Water is very clean, and its flow is very fast.
- The ground mainly consists of rocks
and pebbles.
- There are very few attached seaweeds.
Semisulcospira bensoni,
Glossiphonidae, Rhoenanthus coreanus,
Ephemera orientalis, Uracanthella rufa,
Caenis nishinoae, Psephenoides KUa,
Macronema radiatum
Coreoleuciscus splendidus,
Zacco koreanus,
Plecoglossus altivelis,
Siniperca scherzeri
- Water is clean, and its flow is slightly
fast or normal.
- The ground mainly consists of pebbles
and sand.
- There are a few attached seaweeds.
Radix auricularia coreana,
Arhynchobdellidae,
Hesperocorixa distanti
Physa acuta,
Limnodrilus gotoi,
Chironomidae(red type),
Psychoda KUa,
Eristalis tenax
Zacco platypus,
- The water is slightly muddy, and its flow is
Opsarichthys uncirostris amurensis, slightly slow.
Pseudogobio esocinus,
- The ground mainly consists of small pebbles
Pseudorasbora parva,
and sand.
- There are many attached green seaweeds.
Carassius auratus,
Cyprinus carpio,
Misgurnus mizolepis,
Silurus asotus
- The water is very muddy, and its flow is slow.
- The ground mainly consists of sand and silt.
The color of the ground is mostly black.
- There are so many attached brown or
grey seaweeds.
of water treatment chemicals used during water
and adipate were managed as drinking water quality
purification and identified secondary contamination in
monitoring targets.
the distribution system.
To ensure supply of safe drinking water, 21 more
NIER conducted a study on management of unregulated
items, including chlorophenol, benzopyrene, phthalate
trace hazardous compounds in drinking water in 2008,
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AWQMS
Waste Water Treatment Plant
WET test of Daphnia magna
proving harmful impacts of perchlorate. Its monitoring
natural radioactivity levels in groundwater is being
will start in 2010. As for bottled mineral water, we
performed.
designated 51 monitoring items.
For establishment of advanced soil and groundwater
On the other hand, for hygienic safety of groundwater
standards, CROWN (Chemical Ranking of Ground
used as drinking water, the Guideline for Analysis about
Water Pollutants) system was developed and 59
Norovirus in Groundwater was established in 2007.
groundwater contaminants of priorities lists were
NIER launched a two-year R&D project in 2007 to find
found. We are preparing an investigation and research
out infectivity and cell culturing methods of Norovirus
plan for the selected contaminants from 2009 to 2015
in water. Also, norovirus monitoring is being conducted
for the establishment of new soil and groundwater
at more than 300 sites across the nation to secure the
standards. The 2nd Tripartite Environment Minister
hygienic safety of groundwater.
Meeting (TEMM), held in China in 2000, agreed to
launch nine joint projects including one to prevent
In the mean time, our team has performed a detailed
freshwater (lake) pollution. Since 2001, the member
survey on heavy metal contamination in agricultural
countries have shared information and conducted a
soil and irrigation water at abandoned mining areas in
cooperative research to achieve the goal.
order to supply scientific data for management of soil
contamination and crop plants safety. This research
Total Maximum Daily Load Management (TMDL)
has been focusing on 387 abandoned mining areas
from 2007 to 2009, which are contaminated or may be
NIER has secured the Watershed Management
contaminated.
Research Center to provide research and technical
assistance required for TMDL Management System.
Moreover, natural radioactivity levels of Uranium and
The Center includes the TMDL Survey and Research
Radon originated from geological settings in
Team, to meet water quality target in each segment of
groundwater didn't meet the standards (guidelines) of
a watershed, and to review the Basic Plan and the
developed countries. Hence, an investigation on
Implementation Plan on TMDL Management. For a
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Antibody
Antigen
Plateaus
VP1
Canyon
Deep soil sampling using GoProbe
VP3
Norovirus SEM
VP2
Norovirus structure
stable implementation of the TMDL Management
of nonpoint source pollution loading according to
System, we are conducting a study on selecting
actual land use in the other three major river
substances, on establishing criteria (target water
watersheds. We also study reduction load for candidate
quality, safety factor, and standard discharge), on
facilities, and estimate delivery rate in each flow
implementation plan (basic policy and technical
condition in 4 major river watersheds.
instructions), as well as on application and
For references in preparing TMDL management plan
implementation of basic plans.
and in evaluating implementation of TMDL Management
Since 2007, NIER has contributed to preparing
System, we have published technical papers such as the
scientific basis through the pilot project to estimate
Introduction to the Total Maximum Daily Loads in US,
pollutant loading in Han River watershed and estimation
the Identification Guide for the Cause of Deteriorating
Water Quality; the Guide to Eutrophication of Lakes, the
Easy Guide for Modelling in Hydrology and Water Quality
Selecting procedure of contaminants
Investigation on the soil/
groundwater contaminants
management & standards
- Regulations and experiment
methods
- Contaminated site cases and
standard establishment
- Classification of index
contaminant and policy
applications
Development of
assessment factors on
contaminants
- Toxicity of harmful chemicals
- Characteristics of contaminants
behavior
- Amount of current chemicals and
pre-existing priority list
- Deducting assessment factors
for the new priority list
and others.
The Center also developed promotional contents for
TMDL Management System and distributes booklets,
such as the Newsletter of Water TMDL Management,
for relevant organizations and the contacts. We help the
local governments enhance their capabilities to
pursue the System with regular workshop for TMDL
(
)
Suggesting contaminants for
management and selecting methods
Management of priority list
contaminants
Management and technical training for smooth
implementation of TMDL Management System.
In order to perform TMDL management system, a
water quality model for understanding the relationship
Implementation procedure of the TMDL management system for 3 major rivers
Basic policy on TMDL management
Establishment of water quality target
Basic plan on TMDL management
Allotment of pollution loading amount
Allotment by sub-watershed or basic local government
TMDL management implementation plan
Allotment of pollution loading amount
Allotment of pollution source by group / Allotment by polluter
(
Performance by
public group
Performance by
private group
Expansion of environmental
basic facilities,
Improvement of discharge
water quality etc.
Improvement of pollution
prevention facility,
Improvement of discharge
water quality etc.
Sanction of
nonperformance polluter
Imposition of
total amount excess charge,
improvement, measure order etc.
)
Submission of performance assessment report
Sanction of nonperformance local government
Restriction on permission / approval of development business,
restriction on size of building etc.
between pollution source and water quality is
Water Quality Model Parameters on the Aquatic
essential.
Ecosystem in 4 Major Rivers Watershed” were applied
to QUAL-NIER for assessing their applicability and
The QUAL-NIER model was developed through the
improving the accuracy of model prediction.
research developed through our research project
named the Development of Water Quality Model for
Instead of applying an existing deterministic distributed
TMDL Management (1) in 2004. Developed through a
model reflecting more about rainfall-runoff process in
typical sample of an QUAL2E, QUAL-NIER model built
detail, a non-point source pollution model was
the water quality response structure about core
developed in 2008 in order to assess its watershed
structure and water quality parameters.
applicability. Based on a stochastic mass response
function theory for the first time in Korea, this model
The core structure of QUAL-NIER model was adjusted
assessed its watershed applicability.
to be concentrated on organics, nutrients and algae
because they are being used as water quality indicators
The research on long-term monitoring and reduction
in domestic streams and lakes. QUAL-NIER model
techniques of major nonpoint source pollution
predicts not only internal production of BOD5 occurred
effluents, which was started in 2007, categorizes land
by green algae but also T-P occurring green algae and
use types into 23 land cover subgroups and monitors
TOC, which are widely used as a precise measuring
19 subgroups, in which the establishment of unit
indicator of organic matters, overcoming existing
delivery loading is required, in each of four major river
model's limitations.
watersheds.
In order to enhance the precision, reaction parameters
This research will be completed in 2015 and will
are required. Since 2003, a research project
provide data to revise unit delivery loading amount, to
“Investigation of Water Quality Model Parameters on
develop a watershed model for the analysis of nonpoint
Aquatic Ecosystem” has been conducted. In 2008,
source pollution effluent, and to develop unit load
model parameters determined by “Investigation of
method.
Ecology Research
Korea has a beautiful landscape that has been likened to a piece of silk embroidered
with mountains and rivers. It is our goal to understand, conserve and sustain
mountains, sea, flora and fauna and keep them healthy in order to protect the beauty
of the country.
A Beautiful World - Harmony with Nature
NIER envisions a world where humans and nature peacefully coexist
Leader | Byungho Yoo
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Ecology Research
Human, Nature and Happiness
Mountain and seas, green and fresh,
A world where humans and nature live in harmony,
NIER is dedicated to conserving the natural environment and ecosystems.
The Ecology Research Department conducts surveys and research on the natural ecosystem of Korea, and
monitors and manages the ecological impacts of environmental pollution and climate change.
In particular, we search for harmful factors, develop measures to contain them, restore the damaged
ecosystem, protect our environment from invasive alien species and harmful wildlife and assess the
environmental risk of living modified organisms. Our expertise in nature and ecology ensures Korea is able
to follow up with international conventions like the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), the Convention
on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Flora and Fauna (CITES), and the Ramsar Convention.
Sohwang Sand Dune
The Han River Estuary
Ecosystem management
Dokdo
conducting, on the basis of the Natural Environment
Conservation Act, the National Ecosystem Survey for
The Ecology Research Department performs surveys
the entire ecosystem including landforms, vegetation,
on valuable ecosystems, such as estuaries, coastal
fauna and flora every ten years. Through this survey,
dunes, uninhabited islands and monitoring on legally
the information on the national ecosystem can be
designated protected areas to furnish the scientific
arranged with geographic information system (GIS).
data. We also carry out surveys and research to
support the construction of nationwide ecosystem
network and conservation of natural landscape.
Intensive ecosystem surveys
Survey project
Period
Survey area
National Coastal Dunes Survey 2003~2012 40 coastal dunes
Results of the ecosystem surveys conducted by NIER,
Estuary Ecosystem Survey
2004~2013 27 estuaries
as of the end of 2008, have been used to designate six
Ecosystem Survey on
Uninhabited islands
2006~2014
Special Islands Survey
2006~2014 142 special islands
sites in the Wetland Protected Areas and 162 Special
islands such as Dokdo.
513 uninhabited
islands
Survey on Ecosystem in Dokdo 2005~2006 Dokdo
In addition, in an attempt to understand the current
status and the change of the national ecosystem and
contribute to establishing effective measures for
natural environment conservation and national land
management, the Ecology Research Department is
Survey on Wetland
Protected Areas
2006~2010
12 Wetland
Protected Areas
Survey on Baekdudaegan
Mountains Reserve
2006~2010
Baekdudaegan
Mountains Reserve
Survey on Areas of Valuable
Ecosystem and Landscape
2008~2012
26 valuable ecosystem
and landscape
The geographic information on environment website
DB for the National Map of the Ecosystem and Nature
In the third National Ecosystem Survey which is
Homepage for alien species in Korea
and the National Ecosystem Survey reports.
scheduled to be executed for seven years from 2006 to
2012, a budget of approximately $37 million was
Besides the survey and conservation of native
invested in it to investigate the current status and
ecosystems, our tasks extend to the analysis on
changes in 9 categories of ecosystem: landforms,
destructive causes of ecosystems and the restoration
vegetation, flora, aquatic or terrestrial insects,
of such ecosystems.
freshwater fishes, amphibia and reptiles, birds, and
mammals.
The management of alien species is one of the main
tasks for ecosystem protection. The Ecology Research
Unlike the first (1986~1990) and the second (1997
Department has monitored alien plant species since
~2005), the third survey is performed in areas which are
1995. Until now, about 907 species (620 animal and 287
one-ninth latticed sections of a 1:25,000 topographical
plant species) are listed as alien species in Korea.
map, which enhances the areal representation of the
Sixteen species among them are legally designated as
results of the survey as the spatial distribution of survey
ecosystem disturbance species.
points becomes uniform. As the area of each cell is
almost equal (around 17.3km2), the comparison among
Comparison of the National Ecosystem Surveys (NES)
1st NES
2nd NES
3rd NES
cells becomes easy. The Third National Ecosystem
Subject
Survey will use GPS to get exact location information
Duration
1986~1990(5yrs) 1997~2005(9yrs) 2006~2012(7yrs)
and arrange the results in the form of an Excel chart for
Budget
$ 2 million
$ 14.6 million
$ 36.9 million
the convenience of DB construction.
Method
administrative
district
topographical
maps
latticed
sections
The geographic information on environment website of
MOE (http://egis.me.go.kr) provides not only “the
National Map of the Ecosystem and Nature" in PDF
format, but also "the fauna & flora distribution map,"
"the landcover classification map," satellite images,
Participant 240inds/yr
400inds/yr
500inds/yr
specimen not
Specimens submitted
specimen
submitted
specimen
submitted
Practical
Use
drawing
afforestationnature map
drawing the map renewing the map
of ecosystem
of ecosystem
and nature
and nature
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Ecology Research
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Information on alien species in Korea is accessible at
The real-time connection is being prepared to share
home page of National Institute of Environmental
the information with the Korean Biosafety Clearing
Research (http://alienspecies.nier.go.kr).
House, KBCH. In the meantime, Highly Pathogenic
Avian Influenza (HPAI) culled millions of birds and
Protection of environment from the potential risks of
claimed dozens of human fatalities around the world.
the Living Modified Orgnaisms (LMO) is also an
NIER, therefore, in line with the national monitoring
important task.
program, is investigating AI in wild birds. In Korea,
HPAI outbreak occurred in 2003, 2006 and 2008. To
In order to prepare the framework for LMO safety
address the problem, researchers at NIER captured
management in natural ecosystem, the LMO environ-
wild birds and collected feces from the wild bird
mental risk evaluation team was set up in July 2001.
habitats which included important migratory bird
Then a new regular organization, the Environmental
resting places and nearby farmhouse where HPAI
Biosafety Division was established in March 2007.
outbreaks occurred.
To implement national biosafety management, "the
Construction of facilities for climate change
ecosystem experiments
plan for risk management of LMO" was enforced
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through coordinated work of six related ministries. We
took part in making the risk management plan of LMO
Increases of atmospheric concentrations of CO2 and
and preparing its detailed action plans. In an effort to
global warming affect the diverse ecological processes
assess environmental risk of LMO and develop
of the planet. To understand how ecosystems will
methods for LMO environmental risk assessment,
respond to climate change, developed countries are
several case studies have been performed.
accumulating data.
In addition, the LMO Environmental Safety Center
NIER prepares a plan to construct the temperature
(LESC, http://www.biodiv.go.kr) has been operated to
gradient chamber (TGC) and CO2-temperature gradient
provide quick and accurate information to the public.
chamber (CTGC) that can assess and predict the
Diagram of TGC
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Mann-Kendall-Test:significant (p<0.05)
impact of climate change on the ecosystems of Korea.
ESB enables analysts to assess and improve the
TGC and CTGC are state-of-the-art research facilities
quality of analytical measurements as well as to
to create a temperature gradient environment and CO2
compare the past and current environmental quality. It
gradient environment. They can offer relatively large
can contribute to monitoring the effectiveness of
experiment spaces and simulate future environment.
environmental impact assessment (EIA) projects, plans
and policies by providing a “time capsule.” Through
We expect that TGS and CTGC will serve as the
retrospective analysis of environmental specimens,
fundamental research facilities for scientific climate
research in the development of ESB will improve the
change research by developing the variables of animal
reliability of environmental monitoring, ecological risk
and plant species in the future environment as well as
assessment, and health impact assessment.
models to estimate impacts of climate change on them.
In addition, MOE also launched the National Long-
Long-term ecological research
Term Ecological Research Project to obtain basic data
on the changes in biological species and to conduct a
With the need for a long-term ecosystem management,
long-term observation of ecosystem changes caused
NIER launched two projects, National Environment
by climatic change and environmental pollution.
Specimen Bank and National Long-term Ecological
Research. Environmental Specimen Bank (ESB) is an
The basic plan for the National Long-Term Ecological
archive for samples that can be used to document and
Research Project was established in July 2003. And the
assess the quality of the environment in which we live.
whole project is divided into three stages. First stage
ESB looks at changes in the concentration of human
was implemented at 8 sites covering 5 categories of
and environmental specimens over long periods of
ecosystem in 2004, including the ecosystems of
time through retrospective analysis of archived
terrestrial, rivers, wetlands, and coastal areas.
samples of a particular area collected at regular
Currently, the second stage of the project is in
intervals. NIER started to design ESB in 2007 and will
progress at 17 sites, and the national long-term
launch an operational pilot project by 2010.
ecological research project on biological species will
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Ecology Research
Capturing ducks in the steam nearby farmhouse
Sampling from wild birds
Egg inoculation and PCR result
be extended to 50 sites by 2013. We will establish
analyses showed no sign of HPAI. Furthermore,
research centers for long-term ecological research
monitoring on monthly migratory birds from five major
targeting specific areas and ecosystem types including
migratory birds’ resting places such as Cholwon, Han
terrestrial, fresh water, coastal areas and animals.
River estuary, Seosan reclaimed land and Gochunam
lake, failed to confirm any sign of AI stricken flocks of
Monitoring on infection and transmission status of
avian influenza in the migratory and resident wild
birds
wild birds.
NIER is putting more efforts for securing budgets to
set up facilities for AI analysis which includes certified
Due to the outbreak of HPAI from the domestic fowl,
biosafety laboratory. In addition, NIER is also planning
NIER has performed a regular monitoring on the
the construction of BL3 laboratory in response to the
winter migratory birds, the resident birds and the
increasing separatism Mammalia sensibility.
summer migratory birds in order to investigate the
relationship between HPAI and the wild birds. In
This year, a type of signal generator tagged on
addition, construction of AI analysis system, ecological
captured wild birds is tried out to monitor the wild
study of AI movement possibility regarding related
birds’ migratory passages and their ecology.
migratory birds and wild birds, and reinforcement of
cooperative alliance with the domestic and foreign
In addition, NIER has signed an MOU with the National
research facilities have been accomplished.
Veterinary Research & Quarantine Service in 2008 to
promote the cooperation on wild animal disease
In 2008, a total of 2,860 wild bird specimens were
research and information sharing. It also performed a
collected through the regular monitoring of the wild
joint research with wildlife conservation society (WCS),
birds for the analysis. The areas for the collection are
which is in line with global avian influenza network for
targeted at HPAI occurrence areas and migratory bird
surveillance (GAINS). The investigation revealed AI
passages. Over two thousands of feces samples of
negative signs from the 65 sampled migratory birds
ducks and wild geese were collected. The result of the
across Korea and North America (Alaska).
The Transportation Pollution Research Center was launched to provide scientific and
systematic support for the implementation of governmental policy on motor vehicle exhaust
emission. We undertake R&D, evaluate motor vehicle technologies and provide certification.
Solid Science and Cutting-edge Technology
NIER takes the lead in reducing pollution across the nation
Leader | Jihyung Hong
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Technology, Environment and the Future
Motor vehicles may be one of the benefits of the industrial revolution,
but they are also the main culprit of air pollution.
NIER’s research in the field ranges from emission reduction to alternative fuels.
The Transportation Pollution Research Center dedicates its efforts to preventing air pollution from various
mobile emission sources. In particular, the center carries out R&D on emission estimation methods and
management systems. We also conduct various related tests and inspections, and perform vehicle exhaust
and noise certification tests as well as fuel additive tests.
New environmentally friendly technology
Emission reduction technology
The Transportation Pollution Research Center is
The center strives to reconcile the transportation sector
responsible for testing applicability of low emission
with the environment by advancing clean fuels and
technologies; conducting investigation and research
technology, and by promoting more livable communities.
for their future management; and establishing
compliance test methods and developing management
Our primary responsibilities include developing national
strategies for fuel and additive.
regulatory programs to reduce emission from mobile
sources including light-duty cars and trucks, heavy-
The team also develops test methods for emission
duty trucks and buses, non-road engines and vehicles
certification and fuel consumption of the environmen-
as well as their fuel consumption; evaluating emission
tally friendly vehicles such as low emission vehicles,
control technology; developing and providing information
zero emission vehicles, hybrid vehicles, electric
of emission inventories for various air quality enhance-
vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, to improve air
ment programs; testing vehicles, engines and fuels;
quality and fuel efficiency.
and determining compliance with the national vehicle
emissions and noise standards.
We perform pre-test, regulatory test and post test for
fuel, additive and catalyst because their quality affects
Our lab provides MOE with emission testing services for
directly harmful emission and the performance of vehicles.
motor vehicle, heavy-duty engine, and non-road engine
in support of rulemakings and enforcement. Testing
Complying with the amendment to Air Environment
activities include certifying vehicles and engines meet
Preservation Act to encourage the use of environmental
federal emissions and fuel economy standards, testing
fuels like biodiesel, natural gas and bioethanol that
engines for in-use compliance, and analyzing fuels, fuel
could replace fossil fuels and be produced from various
additives, and exhaust compounds. The laboratory also
sources, the center estimates their contribution to
assists the certification and in-use compliance for
environmental pollution.
various aftermarket low emission devices, including
Heavy-duty vehicle emission test
Motorcycle emission test
Fuel analysis
alternative fuel engine repowering, diesel particulate
independent certification standard fitting unique
filter and diesel oxidation catalyst. These are based on
conditions of Korea by improving the conventional one
the special act for managing air quality in the Seoul
in order to meet the international standardization.
metropolitan area.
Eco-driving
Another research area is on-road vehicle emission
test. It is generally known that road conditions are
Research for a clean atmosphere and improvement of
closely related to pollutants emitted by a running
air quality is being performed by means of study on air
vehicle. For this reason, behaviors observed on the
pollutant exhaust and evaluation on fuel efficiency and
road differ from those observed at test cells. These
economic driving habit (Eco-driving). Comparative study
road tests conducted under real driving conditions help
on fuel consumption rate and air pollutant amount
us understand actual emission and factors causing
between N and D gear during idling for traffic stop
pollutants to increase.
signal was carried out. In addition, improvement of fuel
efficiency and analysis of green house gas exhaust
Establishment of test and certification regulation
for emission reduction
according to driving speed, passenger or vehicle
weight on fuel efficiency and conditions of idling are
studied.
NIER is carrying out a study to improve vehicle
certification and test procedure for domestic and
To enhance Eco-driving movement, more projects on
imported vehicles, and construction equipments. We
fuel efficiency and characteristic of exhaust gas
provide certification services for amendment to FAS
according to various driving mode and maintenance
(Fleet Average System) and OBD (On-board Diagnostics)
conditions will be executed. In addition to this, the Eco-
regulation, introduce new standards about non-road
driving experience center will be constructed in The
vehicles such as construction equipments, and conduct
Environmental Research Complex to educate and
recall test procedure on heavy-duty vehicles. The center
advertise environment friendly driving habit as a
is conducting correlation tests to establish an
national campaign.
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Korea’s waste generation per unit area is high because Korea is small and
densely populated. The nation also lacks natural resources. Resource recirculation is a
double bullet to address these two difficulties.
Resource Recirculation - Resource Recycling
NIER actively seeks solutions to the problem of resource shortages
Leader | Giljong Oh
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Waste, Resources and Energy
Korea’s rapid industrialization and economic growth resulted in extremely depleted
resources. The Resource Recirculation Center seeks to offer solutions to this problem
through research focused on resource recirculation and “waste-to-energy.”
In particular, the center carries out research on waste generation reduction; waste collection
improvement, transportation, and storage; resources reuse; and waste-to-energy transformation. We also
undertake policy studies in safe resource recovery, legal standards and new testing methods, intermediate
treatment technology for safe waste disposal, waste stabilization and solidification technologies for final
disposal, and classification and management of toxic wastes.
Research on efficient resource use
Aluminum material flow of Korea in 2007
Material
Recognizing importance of waste resources, we are
Semi-fabrication
----------->
conducting MFA (material flow analysis) research to
Rolled
Product
Industry
--------------->
Recycling
Packaging
------->
manage their lifecycle: natural resources input >
------------------------------->
------------------------------------------------------>
Construction
Serap
Landfill
------->
production >use >disposal >resource and energy
recovery>input. We selected key materials in terms of
Ingot
---------------------->
Extruded ---------------> Automotive
Product
------->
recirculation to prepare a national roadmap and are
analyzing their material flows.
------->
In 2007, analyses were conducted on input, resource
---------------------->
Castings
--------------->
Electrical &
Electronic
Others
->
------->
->
Allyoy
Ingot
Disposal
recovery, and disposal of aluminum and, in 2008, we
predicted the amount to be used and to be disposed in
establish quality standards for recycled products.
the future. As of now, we are analyzing the material
Hence, we have laid out a foundation to promote
flows of timbers and papers.
recycling by: proposing a standard to recycle organic
sludge for the purpose of land improvement agents
In addition, we are carrying out research and investi-
and cover soil for land-filling facilities by conducting a
gations to legislate waste reuse methods and resource
“study of compost classification to facilitate the use of
recovery into law.
organic sludge recycling”; and proposing the standards
for classification guide (draft) of the used timbers to
Waste is the byproduct of all industrial manufacturing
encourage the use of used timbers as raw materials
processes and all products become waste at the end of
and fuels through research entitled, “the study of
life. So, it is necessary to carry out research on a
improvement of used timber management system and
technical review for an efficient waste recycling and
the measures to promote its recycling” in 2007.
Densified RDF
Fluff RDF
Timber chip fuel
Waste-to-energy research
Research on toxic waste management
To contribute to reducing natural resource consumption
The Resource Recirculation Research Center has been
and to prevent global warming, it is important to
pursuing a 5-years study for toxic waste codification
decrease the use of fossil fuels such as oil and coals
from 2008 in order to prevent hazardous waste from
and to revitalize the use of alternative energy from
being classified as non-hazardous waste and
flammable wastes.
improperly treated.
To this end, the government is actively pursuing
The system will help determine whether or not certain
policies to utilize solid waste, used timber, heat
wastes are hazardous according to their business
generated from waste incineration and biogas from
types and generation processes.
organic wastes for fuel generation.
In addition, we support legislation and revision of the
For instance, it has launched a pilot project for
laws and provisions regarding transboundary
generation of fuels through MT (Mechanical
movements and treatment of hazardous wastes.
Treatment) of municipal solid waste.
Since 2006, we have prepared the test methods of
The Resource Recirculation Research Center performs
wastes that have physical/chemical toxic properties
waste-to-energy research to provide policy support.
such as explosiveness, flammability, corrosiveness and
reactiveness. They are classified as hazardous wastes
Now, we are reviewing quality standards (draft) of
in the Basel Convention.
solidified fuel; developing quality standards (draft) of
solidified fuel from waste timber; and preparing
Also, as the government applied stricter rules on
standards (draft) of organic decomposition rate and
asbestos management by categorizing any waste
methane gas generation rate for facilities that convert
containing more than 1% of asbestos as waste
food waste into biogas.
asbestos, we strengthened the test method for
Exhaust gas sampling from PCBs
Elimination of asbestos containing materials
Asbestos analysis
asbestos wastes. In addition, we predicted the amount
temperature incineration facilities that cannot treat
of possible asbestos waste generation and suggested
waste due to residents’ concerns over possible
proper management measures for them by
secondary pollutants despite the fact that they have
investigating current use of asbestos in building
proper permissions from the government to incinerate
materials.
PCBs-containing wastes.
In 2009, we conducted a study on standard of heavy
Our investigation includes PCBs decomposition rates
metals in waste used in a cement kiln (draft) to support
and the concentration of secondary pollutants
policies to ease public concern over utilization of waste
emission such as dioxin based on field trials. We are
as subsidiary materials and substitute fuel in cement
studying measures to develop a safety management
production.
manual for the relevant facilities.
In addition, we research proper utilization and
Furthermore, we are preparing facility standards and
recycling methods of used rail wood tie containing toxic
performance test standards for the safe treatment of
materials such as benzo(a) pyrene.
wastes in cement kiln.
As for mercury, which is being treated as a key toxic
The center plans to carry out a study on the chemical
material in the world, we are planning an investigation
treatment for safe handling of waste asbestos that
on the current use of mercury-containing products and
is known as the cause of lung cancer, malignant
waste in Korea, to show its domestic material flow and
mesothelioma, and asbestosis to protect public
accumulated amount, and to suggest measure to
health.
decrease mercury use and treatment.
In line with that, investigations on the safe
Research on safe waste treatment
treatment of PCBs-containing wastes at facilities
will be conducted.
We are also conducting an investigation on six high-
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Water Environment Research on the 4 Major Rivers
The Han, Nakdong, Geum and Yeongsan rivers make up the four major rivers of Korea.
We are committed to protecting their water quality and ecosystems by laying a strong foundation
for water quality management, preventing water pollution accidents and developing prevention
measures based on scientific investigation and research.
Clean Water - Sound Future
NIER ensures stable water resources for generations to come
Leaders
Geum River | Seuk Cheon
Yeongsan River | Hungeun Choi
Nakdong River | Jaekwan Lee
Han River | Dongsu Kong
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Water Supports Life
NIER conducts research on the water quality of the
four major rivers in Korea to ensure their health and
sustainability for future generations.
The Water Environment Research Centers of the Four Major Rivers are national research centers carrying out
studies on the source water of the Han River, Nakdong River, Geum River and Yeongsan River and the overall
water environment of Korea. In particular, the centers are currently managing the Ministry of Environment's
water quality monitoring network and the flow/water quality monitoring network for TMDLs.
The centers’ responsibilities also include monitoring the management of nonpoint sources; enforcing the
harmful algae alert system to secure the safety of water supply sources; participating in the UNEP
GEMS/Water Program; conducting various environmental investigations; operating the water management
research network; researching eutrophication and algal growth; operating the ecological monitoring network;
and researching the dynamics of matter cycles in freshwater ecosystems.
Flow/water quality monitoring network
is to establish a water environment investigation plan
and research project, collect fundamental water
A regular monitoring is being conducted on flow/water
environment data, and maintain management systems
quality at the four major river’s 145 unit basins (Han
in order to share environment research information on
river 49 spots, Nakdong river 41 spots, Geum river 32
four major river basins.
spots, and Yeongsan river 23 spots).
Analysis on functions of freshwater ecosystem
The investigation items incldues nine water quality
parameters such as water flow, BOD5 and TP, and
We expanded the research area from water quality to
additional parameters such as TOC, DOC and Chl-a.
water ecosystem. As of now, our investigations are
focused on water ecosystem structure, the cycling of
The data can be used as scientific basis for the water
matters in the lake, and energy flow, in order to
quality evaluation as well as policy implementation
improve the health of the water ecosystem of Korea.
and enforcement in order to preserve the water
environment of the four rivers.
Algae appears every spring and summer in lake. So we
conduct research on physicochemical, hydrological
Water management research network
and biological causes of severe algal bloom.
The purpose of water management research network
Moreover, an extensive investigation has been
Water Environment Research on the 4 Major Rivers
Stream flow measuring
waterside zones, and the foundation of a water system
Food web structure and cycling of matters
in freshwater ecosystem
management fund.
CO2
Zooplankton
Algae
Hydrophytes
A successful enforcement of this system depends on
P
prorimar
du y
ctio
n
>
Inflow
an accurate understanding the characteristics of each
>
Outflow
(Organic
matter,
Nutrients)
Secondary
production
water system. The first phase of the project was
completed in 2007 and the second phase is in progress
as of now.
ion
at
ed
Pr
Decomposition
Fish
Bacteria
C N P
Benthos
CO2
The final objectives in the second phase of the
N P
fundamental environment investigation project are
Release from
sediment
formation of naturally healthful watercourse and
Precipitation
safe water environment free from harmfulness
substances.
carried out on the lake environment including
For the attainment of the objectives, we set four
conditions of main lake basins, pollution sources,
detailed research goals; developing ecologically
current water usage, water quality, phytoplankton,
healthful water environment, reinforcing management
zooplankton, aquatic plants, macro-invertebrates
system of hazard for water system, managing and
and fish.
improving the water cycle structure, and building
management system of the water environment.
Fundamental investigation on environment
For achieving each specific research goal, we derive
NIER launched the Fundamental Environment
twenty eight subjects in three fields: analysis and
Investigation Project in 2003, which includes a water
evaluation on water ecosystem, water system hazards,
pollution management system, assignment of
and drainage basin environment.
Water sampling
Plankton netting
The 2nd phase fundamental environment investigation
Han River ECO-museum
Han River Eco-Museum is composed of the main hall,
「Water of Happiness」and five other exhibition rooms.
Final research
goal
(
)
Formation of naturally healthy
watercourse and safe water environment
free from harmfulness substance
The Water of Happiness hall is located right after the
Welcome Hall and provides a valuable chance to
witness, hear and feel the Han River to the visitors by
Developing naturally healthful
water environment
about the river.
>
<
Detailed
research goal
Reinforcing
hazard >
management
system for <
water system
Scientific support
for water
environmental
policies
introducing culture events, exhibition and a PR video
< Managing and
improving
>the water cycle
structure
The「Water and Han River」presents an interactive
video, with which you feel like walking on the river with
hearing water flow sound.
Main research
section
Number of
derived subjects
Analysis &
evaluation of
water ecosystem
Analysis &
evaluation of water
system hazards
Analysis &
evaluation of
Drainage basin
environment
26 subjets
10 subjets
57 subjets
The zone of「Water of Life」is the place where you can
meet underwater creatures in Han River. A variety of
aquatic species ranging from amphibian, reptile and
crustacean to plankton are being seen to enable you to
enjoy the marvelous underwater ecosystem of the Han
Han River Eco-Museum
River.
The Eco-Museum built in 2007 provides information on
In「Water of Information」and「Water of Interest」,
the Han river basin area and freshwater ecosystem to
interesting games and sections are prepared to deliver
the publc.
information about the water environment.
It also highlights the importance of water quality
The last zone,「Water of Time」, is the place for
preservation by providing scientific research
watching the flows of time and water through rolling
results.
panels.
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INTERNATIONAL
COOPERATION
International Conference
Conference
Participant
Date
Venue
International Forum on Improved
Management of Cement Kiln for
a Better Environment
Field experts from Germany,
Japan and Korea,
residents, NGO
February 26
KOEX Seoul, Korea
The 2nd Asia 3R Conference
MOE, NIER, experts from Japan
March 18, 19
Tokyo, Japan
Northeast Asia Subregional
Programme of Environment
Cooperation(NEASPEC)
Delegation from Korea, China,
Japan, Mongol, Russia and
international organizations
March 19~23
Ulaanbaatar, Mongol
The 2nd OECD Workshop on SMM
and 11th meeting of the WGWPR
OECD staffs
April 7~11
Tel Aviv, Israel
Northeast Asia Sub-Regional
Action Programme to
Combat Desertification and
Dust/sandstorm in the Region
Stakeholders
April 16~20
Thailand
The 28th International Association for
Impact Assessment Conference
Field experts from 90 countries
May 3~10
Perth, Australia
International Seminar on
Mercury Management and Research
Professors and government officials
of US and Japan (presentation)
May 18
Seoul, Korea
The 9th Conference of the Parties to
the Convention on Biological Diversity
MOE, NIER, MLTM, Korea
Intellectual Property Office
May 19~30
Bonn, Germany
Technology Seminar on
Low Emission Diesel Vehicle
MOE, NIER, domestic and
overseas experts
June 20
NIER in Incheon, Korea
The 30th Anniversary of
NIER Establishment
MOE, NIER, experts from
US, Japan, Swiss, UK
June 26
The 2nd Capacity Development
for Environmental Science
Expert from China
CRAES staffs
September 18~
October 3
The 8th Symposium on
TEMM-agreed Fresh Water(Lakes)
Pollution Prevention Project
Field experts from
Korea, Japan, China
Octoebr 8~10
International Workshop on Integrated
Responses to Climate Change
Domestic and
overseas experts
October 16
Seoul, Korea
The 11th Expert Meeting for
Long-range Transboundary
Air Pollutants in Northeast Asia
Stakeholders from
Korea, China, Japan
November 11~13
Incheon, Korea
The 6th International Conference on
Climate Change: Science and Impacts
Field experts in
the Asia-pacific region
November19~21
Jeju, Korea
The 5th Tripartite Presidents Meeting
Delegations from NIER, CRAES, NIES
November 24~29
Hokkaido, Japan
Joint Research
Department
Research Topic
POPs monitoring in East-Asia
POPs and EDCs research
Country of Cooperation
Korea, Japan etc.
(7 countries)
Korea, Japan
Environmental Health Risk
beween Korea and Japan
Research Department
OECD Nano Material Assessment
OECD, EC, China
OECD SIDS Initial Assessment
OECD SIDS
Health Effect against Pollutant
Korea, China
Human Exposure Study to Mercury
Korea, Japan
Dust and Sand Storms Research
Korea, Japan, China
Climate and Air Quality
Acid deposition monitoring
Korea, China, Japan
Research Department
network in East Asia
etc. (13 countries)
LTP study in air-pollutant
Korea, Japan, China
Fresh Water Pollution
Korea, China
Quality control and management
Water Environment
Research Department
Ecology Research
Department
system of water in Jordan
Korea, Jordan
Water Environmental
Korea,Japan etc.
Partnership in Asia
(11 countries)
GEMS/WATER monitoring
Korea etc. (20 countries)
Exotic species in Korea and Japan
Korea, Japan
Restoration of tropical
forestry in South-East Asia
Korea, China
Nature Conservation Programme
Korea, China, Mongol,
in North-East Asia
Japan, Russia
Han River Water
Treatment of
Environment
industrial waste
Research Center
water in Vietnam
Korea, Vietnam
55
International Project
Contents
Country and Institute
Type
Cooperative framework regarding
Chinese Research Academy of
environmental research
Environmental Sciences
Establishment of Environmental
Memorandum of
Science &Technology exchange Center
Understanding
Support of the Korea Environmental
Memorandum of
Protection Technology Exhibition Hall
Understanding
Institute of Public Health of
Implementing
the environmental researches
Japan
Arrangement
National Institute for
Implementing
the environmental technologies
Environmental Science, Japan
Arrangement
National Institute for
Implementing
the environmental Health Researches
Minamata Disease for Japan
Arrangement
Arrangement
Date of Contract Fulfillment
1994. 6.3
Y
1999. 7.8
Y
2001. 7.4
N
1994. 9.13
N
1994. 9.16
Y
2006.11.7
Y
Arrangement
1997. 1.29
N
Arrangement
1997. 2.4
N
2000.12.18
Y
2005.10.27
Y
Siberian Division of the Russian
Exchange of scientific information
Academy of Sciences of the
Russian Federation
State Committee of the
Exchange of scientific information
Russian Federation for
Environmental Protection
Exchange of Research personnel
The University of British
Memorandum of
and Technical Information
Columbia
Understanding
European Commission
Cooperation and information exchange
Directorate General joint
Research Center
Memorandum of
Understanding
RESEARCH
ACHIEVEMENT
SCI
Paper
Researcher
Characteristic Behavior of
Gangwoong Lee / Yuwoon Jang,
Peroxyacetyl Nitrare(PAN)
Heayoung Lee / Jinseok Han,
in Seoul Megacity, Korea
Kyungryul Kim / Meehye Lee
Source Apportionment of Fine Carbonaceous
Particles by Positive Matrix Factorization
at Gosan Background Site in East Asia
MOON K. J. / HAN J. S.,
GHIM Y. S. / KIM Y. J.
Journal
Chemosphere
Environment International
Koo, Youn-Seo / Kim, Sung-Tae,
The Simulation of Aerosol
Yun, Hui-Young / Han, Jin-Seok,
Transport Over East Asia Region
Lee, Jung-Young / Kim, Ki-Hyun,
Atmospheric Research
Jeon, Eui-Chan
Comparison of the Removal
LEE Jiho / LEE Byoung C.,
Efficiency of Endocrine Disrupting
RA Jin S. / CHO Jaeweon,
Compounds in Pilot Scale Seqage
KIM In S. / CHANG Nam I.,
Treatment Processes
Chemosphere
KIM Hyun K. / KIM Sang D.
Soyeon Kim / Ho-Jang Kwon,
Hae-Kwan Cheong / Kyungho Choi,
Investigation on Health Effects of
Abandoned Metal Mine
Jae-Yeon Jang / Woo-Chul Jeong,
Dae-Seon Kim / Seungdo Yu,
J. Korean Med Sci
Young-Wook Kim / Kwang-Young Lee,
Seoung-Oh Yang / Ik Jae Jhung,
Won-Ho Yang / Yun-Chul Hong
Mercury Level in Hair of Primary
PARK H. J. / KIM D. S.(NIER),
Molecular and
School Children in Korea and China
MOON J. S. / YANG W. H. / SON B. S.
Cellular Toxicology
Molecular Epidemiology of
Jong-Sub Yoon / Sung-Geun Lee,
Norovirus Infections in Children with
Seong-Karp Hong / Su-A Lee,
Acute Gastroenteritis in South Korea
Weon-Hwa Jheong / Sang-Suk Oh,
in November 2005
Mi-Hwa Oh / Gwang-Pyo Ko,
through November 2006
JCM
Chan-Hee Lee / Soon-Young Paik
Seung Jun Kim / Moon-Ju Oh,
Gene Expression Profiles of
Hye-Won Park / Jun-Sub Kim,
Nonylphenol as Representative
Saswati Paul / Jung-Mi Ha,
EDCs Im Normal Human Kidney
Youn-Jung Kim / Jae-Chun Ryu,
HK-2 Cells
Chul-Woo Lee / Hyun-Mi Kim,
BioChip Journal
Kyung-Hee Choi / Seung Yong Hwang
Label-free Sensitive Optical Detection
Surin Hong / Taewook Kang,
of Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) in
Seogil Oh / Jungwoo Moon,
Sensors and
an Aqueous Solution Based on Surface
Inhee Choi / Kyunghee Choi,
Actuators B: Chemical
Plasmon Resonance Measurements
Jongheop Yi
Directed Positioning of Single Cells in
Inhee Choi / Young In Yang / Yun-Jung Kim,
Microwells Fabricated by Scanning Probe
Younghun Kim / Ji-Sook Hahn,
Lithography and Wet Etching Methods
Kyunghee Choi / Jongheop Yi
Langmuir
Paper
Researcher
59
Journal
Determination of Organochlorine Pesticides
in Sediment Usinggraphitized Carbon
Kim MS / Kang TW / Pyo H,
Journal of
Black Solid-phase Extraction and
Yoon J / Choi K / Hong J
Chromatography A
Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
Application of Two Complementary
Mu Yeong Lee / Yoon Jee Hong,
Molecular Sexing Methods for
Sun Kyung Park / Young Jun Kim,
East Asian Bird
Tae Young Choi / Hang Lee / Mi Sook Min
Molecular Analysis of Bacterial
Min-Cheol Kim / Jae-Hyung Ahn,
Community Structure in Paddy Soils for
Hye-Chul Shin / Taesung Kim,
Environmental Risk Assessment with
Tae-Hun Ryu / Dong-Hern Kim,
Two Varieties of Genetically Modified
Hong-Gyu Song / Geon Hyoung Lee,
GENES % GENOMICS
J. Microbiology
and Biotechnology
Rice, Iksan 483 and Milyang 204
Jong-Ok Ka
GDSL-lipase1 (CaGL1) Contributes to
Ki-Jeong Kim / Jee Hyuck Lima,
Biochemical and
Wound Stress Resistance by Modulation3
Min Jung Kim / Taesung Kim,
Biophysical Research
of CaPR-4 Expression in Hot Pepper
Hyen Mi Chung / Kyung-Hee Paek
Communications
Degradation of Phenanthrene and Pyrene
Lee SH / Lee WS,
Journal of
in Rhizosphere of Grasses and Legumes
Lee CH / Kim JG
Hazardous Materials
National Pilot Projects for Management
JUNG Y. J. / STENSTROM M. K.,
of Diffuse Pollution in Korea
JUNG D. I. / KIM L. H. / MIN K. S.
Desalination
Thermal Enhancement of Stormwater
Anita M. Thompson / Kyunghyun Kim,
Journal of American Water
Runoff from Asphalt and Sod Surfaces
Anthony J. Vandermuss
Resources Association
Modeling of Thermal Runoff Response from
Kim, Kyunghyun,
an Asphalt-paved Plot in the Framework
Thompson, Anita M.,
of the Mass Response Functions
Botter, Gianluca
Water Resources Research
Jun-Ho Lim (Konkuk Univ.),
Jo-Chun Kim (Konkuk Univ.),
Seasonal Variations of Monoterpene
Ki-Joon Kim (NIER),
Emissions from Pinus Densiflora in East Asia
Youn-Suk Son (Konkuk Univ.),
Chemosphere
Young Sunwoo (Konkuk Univ.),
Jin-Seok Han (NIER)
Practices in Dioxin Emission Reduction by
Ki-Heon Kim (NIER),
Special Regulatory Enforcement and
Bong-Jin Chung (Suwon Univ.),
Utilizing Advanced Control Technologies
Sang-Hyeob Lee (Yonse Univ.),
for Incinerators in Korea
Yong-Chil Seo (Yonse Univ.)
Distribution of Organochlorine Pesticides(OCPs)
Jung-Ho Kang / Hyokeun Park,
and Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) in
Yoon-Seok Chang,
Human Serum from Urban Areas in Korea
Jong-Woo Choi
Seasonal and Particle Size-dependent
Variations in Gas/Particle Partitioning of
PCDD/Fs
Chemosphere
Chemosphere
Se-Jin Lee (RIST) / Debaki Ale (POSTECH),
Yoon-Seok Chang (POSTECH),
Jeong-Eun Oh (Pusan Univ.),
Sun Kyoung Shin (NIER)
Environmental Pollution
SCI
Paper
Researcher
Journal
Kyoung-Soo Kim (Chongju Univ.),
National Monitoring of PCDD/DFs in
Sun-Kyoung Shin (NIER),
Environmental Media Around
Kyoung-Sim Kim (ENVICO),
Incinerators in Korea
Environmental International
Byung-Joo Song (Chonbuk Univ.),
Jong-Guk Kim (Chonbuk Univ.)
Choi, Y.-S. (Seoul Univ.),
Spectral Analysis of Weekly Variation in
C.-H. Ho (Seoul Univ.),
PM10 Mass Concentration and
D. Chen (Beijing Normal Univ.),
Environment Conditions Over China
Y.-H. Noh (Seoul Univ.),
Atmospheric Environment
C.-K. Song (NIER)
KIM Cheol-Hee / PARK Il-Soo,
Estimation and Mapping of Nitrogen
KIM Sang-Kyun / SON Hye-Young,
Uptake by Forest in South Korea
LEE Jong-Jae / LEE Jae-Bum,
Water, Air & Soil Pollution
SONG Chang-Keun / SHIM Jae-Myun
Simulating Mesoscale Transport and
KIM Cheol-Hee,
Journal of
Diffusion of Radioactive Noble Gases Using
SONG Chang-Keun / LEE Sang-Hyun,
Environmental
the Lagrangian Particle Dispersion Model
SONG Sang-Keun
Radioactivity
MATRIX(Multiconfiguration Aerosol
S.E.Bauer (CIESIN),
Tracker of MIXing State): an Aerosol
D.Wright / D.Koch,
Atmospheric Chemistry
Microphysical Module for
E.R.Lewis / L.S.Chang (NIER),
and Physics Discussions
Global Atmospheric Models
S.E.Schwartz / R.Ruedy
Effects of Driving Conditions on
Lim J / Yu LE / Kostetski YY,
Journal of the Air & Waste
Diesel Exhaust Particulates
Lim C / Ryu J / Kim J
Management Association
Experimental Investigation and Comparison
J Lee / Y Jeong,
of Nanoparticle Emission Characteristics in
M Jung / K Cha,
Light-duty Vehicles for Two Different Fuels
S Kwon / J Kim / S Park
Use of Synchronous Fluorescence Spectra to
Estimate Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD)
of Urban Rivers Affected by Treated Sewage
J. Hur (Sejong Univ.),
D.S. Kong (NIER)
Pseudomonas Fluorescens
S,W.Jung (Hanyang Univ.),
HYK0210-SK09 Offers Species-specific
B.H. Kim (Hanyang Univ.),
Biological Control of Winter Algal
T.Katano (Hanyang Univ.),
Blooms Caused by Freshwater
D.S. Kong (NIER),
Diatom Stephanodiscus Hantzschii
International Journal of
Automotive Technology
Environmental Technology
J. Applied Microbiology
M.S. Han (Hanyang Univ.)
T.D. Khanh (Konkuk Univ.),
Weed-suppressing Potential of
Dodder (Cuscuta hygrophilae) and
Its Phytotoxic Constituents
L.C. Cong (Konkuk Univ.),
T.D. Xuan (Ryukyu Univ.),
S.J. Lee (Konkuk Univ.),
D.S. Kong (NIER),
I.M. Chung (Konkuk Univ.)
Weed Science
Paper
Researcher
Journal
J.K. AHN (Konkuk Univ.),
H.Y. PARK,S (Konkuk Univ.),
Screening of Aquatic Plant Extracts
J. HWANG (Konkuk Univ.),
for Herbicidal, Fungicidal and
D.S. KONG (NIER),
Insecticidal Activity
S.C. CHUN (Konkuk Univ.),
J. Allelopathy
T.D. KHANH (Konkuk Univ.),
I.M. CHUNG (Konkuk Univ.)
Y,K. Kang (Hanyang Univ.),
Isolation, Identification and
S.Y. Cho (Hanyang Univ.),
Characterization of Algicidal Bacteria
Y.H. Kang (Seoul Univ.),
Against Stephanodiscus Hantzschii
T. Katano (Hanyang Univ.),
and Peridinium Bipes for Thecontrol of
E.S. Jin (Hanyang Univ.),
Freshwater Winter Algal Blooms
D.S. Kong (NIER),
Comparative Whole Effluent Toxicity
Jin Sung Ra,
Assessment of Wastewater Treatment
Byoung Cheun Lee,
Plant Effluents Using Daphnia Magna
Nam Ik Chang / Sang Don Kim
Dynamic Reaction Involving Surface
Sung Hyo Lee / Zhen Xiu Zhang,
Modified Waste Ground Rubber Tire
Deng Xu / David Chung,
Powder/Polypropylene
Gil Jong Oh / Jin Kuk Kim
J. Applied Microbiology
M.S. Han (Hanyang Univ.)
Bull Environ
Contam Toxicol
Polymer Engineering
and Science
Moon-Ju Oh / Saswati Paul,
Seung-Jun Kim / Jun-Sub Kim,
Comparative Analysis of Gene
Jong-Pil Youn / Hye-Won Park,
Expression Patterns after Exposure to
Youn-Jung Kim / Jae-Chun Ryu,
Nonylphenol in Human Cell Lines
Chul-Woo Lee / Hyun-Mi Kim,
BioChip Journal
Kyung-Hee Choi / Hak-Joo Kim,
Seung Yong Hwang
Mu-Yeong Lee / Andrey A. Lissovsky,
Mitochondrial Cytochrome b Sequence
Sun-yung Park / Ekaterina V. Obolenskaya,
Variation and Population Structure of
Nikolay E. Dokuchaev,
Siberian Chipmunk (Tamias Sibiricus) in
Ya-ping Zhang / Li Yu,
Northeastern Asia and Population
Young-Jun Kim / Inna Voloshina,
Substructure of the Species in South Korea
Alexander Myslenkov,
Molecules and Cells
Tae-Young Choi,
Mi-Sook Min / Hang Lee
Estimation of Pollutant Loads
K.W. Jung (Konkuk Univ.),
Considering Dam Operation in
C.G. Yoon (Konkuk Univ.),
Han River Basin by
J.H. Jang (Konkuk Univ.),
BASINS/Hydrological Simulation
D. S. Kong
Program-fortran
(Han River Environment Research Center)
Water Science&Tecnology
61
Research Project
(based on NIER budget)
Project
Total 82 Projects
A Study for Diagnostic Method of Multi-media Fate of Pollutants (II)
Budget
Project
implementation
12,369
200
NIER research
Acid Deposition Monitoring and Impact Assessment (V)
30
NIER research
Study of the Secondary Contamination in the Water Distribution Pipeline
30
NIER research
30
NIER research
30
NIER research
30
NIER research
60
NIER research
30
NIER research
30
NIER research
Investigation of Natural Radionuclide Levels in Groundwater (II)
600
NIER research
Investigation on Underground Water Containing Highly Natural Radioactive Materials
385
Outsourced
200
NIER research
Study on Exposure and Health Effect of Mercury (IV)
60
NIER research
Study on the Biopollutants (fungi) of Public Facilities
40
NIER research
230
Outsourced
533
Outsourced
227
Outsourced
217
Outsourced
30
NIER research
50
NIER research
Study on Improvement of the Standard for Activated Carbon Using in Drinking
Water Treatment
Management of Perchlorate in Drinking Water
Development of the Decision Support Tool for Municipal Solid Waste
Management Using Life Cycle Assessment (I)
Standardization of Test Methods for Unregulated Hazardous
Substances in Wastes (Inorganics)
Study on the Measurement System of Risk-based New Ambient
Water Quality Standards (I)
Establishment of Soil Pollution Standards on Unregulated Soil Contaminants (I)
Monitoring on Exposure Levels and Biomarker of Environmental Pollutants for
Non-industrial Residents (Gangneung 2nd Year)
Industrial Residents (Sihwa/Banwol, 4th Year)
Industrial Residents (Gwangyang, 3rd)
Industrial Residents (Pohang, 3rd)
Industrial Residents (Ulsan, 5th)
Environmental Risk Assessment of Perfluorinated Compounds (II)
Development of Test Methods and Database for Risk Assessment of
Manufactured Nanomaterials (II)
Budget
Project
implementation
489
NIER research
131
NIER research
200
NIER research
140
NIER research
30
NIER research
30
NIER research
50
NIER research
20
Outsourced
Study on Endocrine Disrupter Remains such as Dioxin and Phthalates in the Air (X)
148
Outsourced
Standardization of Test Research on Toxic Genoms
100
Outsourced
48
Outsourced
146
Outsourced
43
NIER research
2,922
NIER research
Survey on Crop Damage of Wildlife and Establishing Control Techniques (II)
45
NIER research
Assessments of Ecosystems Sensitive to Climate Change (II)
40
NIER research
50
NIER research
Management of Wildlife Species under the Influence by Habitat Fragmentation (III)
50
NIER research
Study on the Efficient Management of Artificially Created Ecosystem
37
NIER research
Studies on Potential Environmental Risk of Virus Resistant GM Plants
75
NIER research
64
NIER research
400
Outsourced
Project
Environmental Monitoring of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (X)
- Focus on PBDEs as inter-ministerial co-project Study on the Endocrine Disruption and Comparative Toxicity Using the Toxicogenomics
Development and Standardization of Ecotoxicity Tests Using
Species Indigenous to Korea (II)
Application of Bioassay for Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals
Survey on the Exposure of Hazardous Substances of Consumer Products
Study on Analysis Methods for Accident Preparedness Substances
Using Potable GC/MS
Study on the Impact of Atmospheric and Surface Parameters on Atmospheric
Dispersion of Mass Released Hazardous Chemicals
Development of a System to Notify Handling of Civil Request related to
Toxicity Management
Study for Reliability of Chemical Toxicity Test and Standardization
Study on Ecological Impacts of Endocrine Disrupter
Research on Coastal Landscape and the Conservational Strategy (II)
- Case of the West coast, Korea The 3rd National Natural Landscape Investigation Report
SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) Development and Documentation of National
Environmental Specimen Bank (II)
Studies on the Environmental Risk Assessment of Living Modified Plants for
Environmental Purification
Development of GIS-DB about Natural Environment
63
Research Project
(based on NIER budget)
Budget
Project
implementation
2008 Field Research for Vegetation Mapping
400
Outsourced
2008 Vegetation Mapping
200
Outsourced
30
NIER research
15
NIER research
15
NIER research
45
NIER research
Investigation on Pollution Sources
400
NIER research
Study on Integrated Permitting Process of Industrial Installations (II)
279
NIER research
Development of VOC Control Technology for Small Surface Coating (I)
30
NIER research
45
NIER research
48
Outsourced
Investigation on Water Quality Model Factors of Aquatic Ecosystem of Han River
150
Outsourced
Study for Improvement of Quality Management for Environmental Laboratories
30
NIER research
30
NIER research
100
NIER research
30
NIER research
30
NIER research
50
NIER research
40
NIER research
100
Outsourced
120
Outsourced
Project
Sensitivity Analysis by Emission Control for Air Quality Modeling
in Seoul Metropolitan Areas
Assessment Methods of Nonpoint Source Loads (III)
Application of parameters and coefficients of river water quality model
for TMDL plan in Korea
Development of a New Method for Nonpoint Source Pollution Modeling by
a Stochastic Approach and Evaluation of Watershed Applicability (I)
Research on Environmental-friendly Disposal Method of Waste Electrical and
Electronic Products and ASR (II)
Study for Improvement of Cement Kiln Emission Limit
A Study on the Application of Reference Materials for the Environmental
Measurements and Analysis - on the basis of Dioxins and PCBs Analytical Methods Development of Pre-POPs (I)
Development of Analytical Methods for Organomercury and Studies
on Field Applications (III)
Study on the Improvement of the Environmental Standard Methods for Pretreatment
Processes - Establishing official testing method for drinking water using Autoanalyzer Establishment of Preparation Methods of Reference Materials for Environmental Analysis
- Reference materials of heavy metals for water analysis
Establishment of Analytical Method for Blood and Urine Using ICP/MS (I)
Development and Distribution of Reference Materials for Environmental
Measurement and Analysis - for heavy metals in soil
Study on Improvement of Standard Test on Soil Pollution
Budget
Project
implementation
120
Outsourced
478
NIER research
160
NIER research
50
NIER research
Verification and Development of List of LTP in Northeast Asia for Optimized Modeling
134
Outsourced
Study on Quantified Characteristics of LTP in Northeast Asia (I)
184
Outsourced
Study on Results of Joint Research on LPT in Northeast among Korea, China and Japan
94
Outsourced
Improvement of Environmental Impact Assessment of Noise (I) on Road Traffic Noise
30
NIER research
85
NIER research
82
NIER research
100
NIER research
75
NIER research
43
Outsourced
27
Outsourced
Study on the Standards of Harmful Algae Warning System (I)
70
NIER research
Multidimensional Analysis on Material Transport in Lake Paldang (II)
30
NIER research
40
NIER research
Effect of Frequent Algae Blooming Areas on Water Quality of Lake Daecheong (II)
30
NIER research
Study on Non-point Source Management of Upstream's Sub-watershed of Lake Juam
50
NIER research
Project
Study on Improvement of Standard Test on Waste
Development of Air Pollution Monitoring System and a Joint Projet for
Environmental Protection (IX) - Terrestrial and Aircraft Monitoring
Establishment of Air Pollutants Monitoring System and Cooperating Program for
Environmental Conservation in Northeast Asia (IX)
- Aircraft Measurement of Long-range Transboundary Air Pollutants Analysis of the Characteristics of Greenhouse Gases in the Background
Atmosphere in Korea (II)
A Study on the Optimal Inspection and Maintenance Program for In-Use Vehicle (II)
- Mass Emission Factor Calculation in Gasoline Vehicle I/M Program The Characteristics of Exhaust Emissions by the Ratio of Light Oil Compositions (II)
- The Study On Diesel Cetane Number Study on Environmental Characteristics of Environmentally-friendly
Automotive Fuels (II)
Study on the Calculation of Pollutant Emission Factor for Vehicles (I)
- The Calculation of Pollutant Emission Factor for Construction Equipment Development of DB Integrating Digital Vehicle Certification System and
Administration Service Network related to Motor Vehicles
Investigation on Driving Habits of Koreans and Development of
Vehicle Exhaust Reduction Campaign Involving Ordinary Citizens
Development of a Comprehensive System to Analyze Effectiveness
of Water-related Projects
65
Publication
Asian Dust (dust and sandstorms) Analysis
This book details information and analyses about 13 Asian Dust cases which took place during 2007 in
Korea. It includes Asian Dust definition, source, development, satellite image and backward
trajectory, together with surface weather chart at time of Asian Dust occurrence. The book also
provides fine-particle mass concentration data of Asian Dust and toxic materials analyses on them.
Guide on Official Waste Measurement Institutes (Dioxin and PCBs)
NIER has published a guide to help understanding about accreditation, operation and
management of waste measurement and analysis institutes. The guide is composed
of two parts, Dioxin and PCBs, and contains introduction of related regulations,
accreditation process, analyzing capacity evaluation, quality management and others.
NIER expects the guide will provide valuable information to the existing and potential
organization or measurement/analysis institutes.
Database about Reference Material for Environmental Measurement and Analysis
NIER has released a database about reference materials for environmental measurement and
analysis. The database includes definition, types and utilization of reference materials and examples
of developed countries. It also details international standards and websites.
Global Environmental Research
This book introduces NIER’s climate change research, joint research on LTP and Yellow sand
research group and related projects. It also provides details about Backyung-do Atmospheric
Intensive Monitoring Center and its operation.
2007 National Natural Landscape Investigation Report
NIER published the results of 2007 NIER’s landscape survey on 16 protected areas. The survey
covered 10 towns in 2006 but expanded to include national parks, protected wetlands, ecosystem and
landscape conservation areas in 2007. The report in a CD was distributed to institutions and
researchers to help their study on landscape protection. All the information and data of the survey will
be processed as GIS DB of MOE about natural environment.
National Institute of Environmental Research 30 Years
NIER marked the 30th anniversary of its foundation and published National Institute of Environmental
Research 30 Years. We believe the chronicle will be a guideline for us to review our past and move
forward.
CARIS Manual
The Chemical Accident Response Information System (CARIS) Manual introduces
response measures to chemical accidents and CRIS operation to help users’
understanding about the program and utilization. The book was provided to 552
organizations or institutes where CARIS had been adopted.
2007 Report about Natural Environment of Uninhabited Islands in Korea
NIER selected 57 uninhabited islands and issued a report detailing their topography, vegetation, fauna
and flora and others, based on which, MOE has designated islands with beautiful scenery and wellconserved habitat for endangered species, plants or migratory birds as protection area and developed
protection plans for them. We newly found habitation of five endangered species including blackfaced spoonbill, eurasian oystercatcher. Seven species of first records in Korea including gammarids
were also reported. Three islands of Odo, Sipidongpado have special importance with vegetation of
high quality and habitation of endangered species there.
Invasive Alien Species in Korea (1)
Invasive Alien Species in Korea (1) was published to raise public awareness over the issue and help
the general public to recognize them. This book introduces twelve invasive animal species including
nutria and bull frog, and fifteen plants including bur cucumber and giant ragweed, together with
photos, tips for recognition, their distribution in Korea, information about their introduction and
spread and management tip. Every year, NIER will add data about 25 alien species to increase the list
to more than 100 by 2010.
2007 Baekdudaegan Mountain Survey
We surveyed 240Km of Baekdudaegan, a protected mountain range running through
vertically the Korean Peninsula. Survey focused on 9 ecological sectors; landscape,
vegetation, flora, bird, mammal, freshwater fish, amphibian and reptile, terrestrial
insect and invertebrate. Sixty-four experts were involved in the survey. Some forests
in the survey area showed high conservation value with habitats for 13 endangered
plant and animal species. NIER will complete the Baekdudaegan survey by 2010. The
report will provide fundamental data and information for Baekdudaegan conservation
master plan and UNESCO Biosphere Reserves designation.
2007 Coastal Dune Investigation
This book deals with coastal dunes in west coastline of Korea. We investigated landscape and
historical aspect of the dunes, in addition to vegetation, flora, birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles
and terrestrial insects. Ecological features of 20 coastal dunes have been analyzed and reported from
2003 to 2007. Fifteen coastal dunes will be further surveyed in detail by 2012.
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Worksites revealed their pollutants discharges/emissions amount
■ Each of the 59 worksites that have taken the lead in industrial discharges
and emissions reduction efforts revealed their pollutant discharge/emission
amount to the general public.
■ Although only 59 worksites participated in 2008, the list will expand gradually
to include all worksites that discharge or emit chemicals (about 3,000
worksites) by 2010.
■ Companies are required to increase their efforts to reduce chemical
discharges and emissions voluntarily by revealing all discharge/emission data.
Their communication with the residents will ease public concern over the
problem.
Track domestic air quality during China’s Olympic Games
■ Measuring elements: gas-phase materials (8 materials including SO2),
particulate materials, and weather parameters (6 parameters such as wind
direction)
■ Airborne and upper-air observation of long-range transport of air pollutants
- Observation post: over the west coast (airborne observation) and
Daebu island in Gyeonggi (upper-air observation)
■ Observation period: two rounds of observation from August 18 (Mon.)
through August 22 (Fri.), 2008
Place gear into a neutral position when waiting at a traffic light
■ Compared GHG emission, air pollutant emission, and fuel efficiency when
placing the car gear into N and into D waiting traffic light
■ Result
- GHG and air pollutant emission was between 18 to 39 percent and
34 to 40 percent lower, respectively
- Fuel efficiency was 18 to 38 percent better
Establish and improve GLP
■ The first
GLP public-private consortium was held on August 20, 2008 at the
Sky Convention Center in Gimpo.
- Measures discussed during the conference include improving the
reliability of toxicity test data and data exchange among domestic and
foreign researchers.
■ Participated in the first administrative GLP policy discussion on August 29, 2008
- Developed a roadmap to respond to OECD inspection, discussed measures
to join the EPA inspection training program, and prepared integrated GLP
rules (tentative) among government ministries
Listed postdoctoral researchers including foreigners
■ Field: climate change, environmental health, environmental hazards, air,
water, and waste
■ Task: 14 tasks including GHG reduction
■ Employment process: hire 15 researchers through resume and publication
(paper) review and phone interview
■ Result
Five researchers were hired including two foreigners and three Koreans
Started youth experiential learning program
■ NIER started offering a youth experiential learning program to elementary
school students in the Metropolitan area
■ Program details
- Toxicity test on medaka fish, waterflea, and shrimp
- Microorganism observation through a microscope
- Evaluation of the pH of a soda drink with litmus paper and pH device
- Measurement of bus and motorcycle emission
- Sound test
Anybody can recognize invasive alien species easily
■ Invasive Alien Species in Korea (1) was published to raise public awareness
about alien species in Korea and help the general public recognize them.
■ This book introduces 27 invasive animal species and plants with photos, tips
for recognition, distribution in Korea, information about their introduction,
and spread and management tips.
- Invasive animal species: nutria and bull frog
- Invasive plant species: bur cucumber and giant ragweed
Prepared a standardized analysis method of Anatoxin-a
■ NIER developed a standardized analysis method for Anatoxin-a, which is a
powerful neurotoxin produced by cyanobacteria in eutrophic freshwaters.
■ HPLC-FL is utilized with a Multi-Wavelength Fluorescence Detector
■ The standardization helps recognize damage by cyanobacterial toxins to
secure a stable supply of safe drinking water.
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Participated in 2008 Ramsar Convention and operated a PR booth
■ Date: from October 28, 2008 to November 4, 2008
■ Venue: Changwon Exhibition Convention Center (CECO) in Gyeongnam, Korea
■ NIER delegation: 24 members led by NIER president
■ NIER’s role during the convention
- Convention agenda analysis
- Ramsar National Focal Points for the Scientific and Technical Review
Panel (STRP)
- PR booth operation
Held the 8th West Lake (China) Water Quality Improvement
Seminar among Korea, China and Japan
■ Purpose: the three member countries seek to foster tripartite environmental
cooperation through water quality management technology and information
exchange.
■ Seminar period: from October 8, 2008 through October 10, 2008
■ Participants
- Three experts from Japan NIES and two experts from China CRAES
- Five water management experts from Korea
■ Content
- Presentation of each country’s participation about technologies and Q&A
session
- A working-level meeting for better environmental cooperation
Investigation on pathogenic protozoa at water treatment plants
■ Sampling and analysis of pathogenic protozoa (Cryptosporidium and Giardia)
in samples were conducted quarterly for two years. Samples were taken at
97 water treatment plants in Korea with capacities over 50,000 tons per day
■ Result
At each plant, sampling was conducted eight times and 776 total samples
were taken. Giardia was detected in 72 samples (positive rate was 9.3
percent and the mean concentration was 0.16cysts/10L).
- Cryptosporidium was found in 54 samples (a positive rate was 7.0 percent
and the mean concentration was 0.11cysts/10L).
Signed an MOU with the National Veterinary Research and
Quarantine Service
■ Purpose
- To develop a cooperative relationship for research and investigation on
wildlife animals and livestock diseases
■ Date: October 14, 2008, 11:00 A.M.
■ Place: conference room at NIER
■ Content
- Track migratory bird routes
- Exchange human resources and research results
- Study environmental impacts of livestock epidemics and disinfection
- Organize an alliance and discuss measures to improve it
Held a workshop for protection of sub-basin areas of Nakdong River
■ Purpose: To develop efficient protection plans for eight Nakdong River sub-
basin areas, which have been selected as special protection areas out of 33
sub-basins of Nakdong
■ Date: October 30 and 31, 2008
■ Venue: Commodore Hotel in Gyeongju, Korea
■ Participants: experts from related organizations, local authorities, and
others
■ Program
- Developed alliances and held working-level meetings (Namgang-dam,
Namgang, Nakdongmilyang, Milyanggang)
- Held working-level meetings (Imha-dam, Nakdongwaegwang, Gamcheon,
Wicheon)
Hosted an international workshop for a comprehensive response
against climate change
■ Purpose: To provide a place for climate change experts from home and
aboard to discuss the impact, projection, and adaptation of climate change
■ Date: October 16, 2008
■ Venue: JW Marriott Hotel in Seoul, Korea
■ Program
- Special session: about climate change projection improvement
- Presentation: about climate change projection
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Hosted the 2nd Capacity Development for
Environmental Science Expert
■ Enhance awareness over urgent environment issues in Northeast Asia such
as Asian Dust and transboundary movements of hazardous wastes, while
preparing advancement into the environment industry of China through the
environmental science supports provision
■ Training period: September 18 through October 3, 2008 (two weeks)
■ Participants: 10 environmental experts including the CRAES staffs
■ Program
- 8 lectures about hazardous waste management and technologies
- The delegation visited 9 industrial sites including a toxic waste treatment
facility.
■ Financial support: KOICA
Wrote a thorough report about ecological damage
caused by the Hebei Spirit oil spill
■ Purpose: Assess environmental damage caused by the oil spill and provide
information for the development of restoration responses
■ Investigation results (focused on birds and mammals)
- Although the existence of land mammals was not under the impact of the
oil spill, the habitat of otters disappeared in the places affected by the
direct impact of the nearby area.
Hexavalent Chromium in most cement products was
lower than the regulation limit
■ Content: analysis on Hexavalent Chromium in cement products in the
market as of September 2008
■ Analysis period: September 23, 2008 to September 25, 2008
■ Result
- The analysis found that the average amount was 11.6 mg/kg and the
maximum amount among the products was 24.7mg/kg, therefore all
products met the regulation limit of 30 mg/kg.
- The regulation will be raised to 20 mg/kg and only one factory failed to
satisfy the strengthened limit.
Co-hosted the 6th International Conference on Climate Change:
Science and Impacts with the International Institute of
Metrological Research
■ Purpose: climate change research exchange and international cooperation
in the Asia-Pacific region.
■ Date: from November 19, 2008 to November 21, 2008
■ International Convention Center Jeju, Korea
■ Participants: climate change experts from home and abroad
■ Program
- It presented 87 papers and 33 posters
- Three special sessions and 9 ordinary sessions
Participated in the 5th TPM meeting among
Korea, China, and Japan
■ Purpose: To consolidate tripartite cooperation among the three countries to
improve environmental quality of Northeast Asia
■ Date: from November 24, 2008 to November 29, 2008
■ Venue: Sapporo, Japan
■ Agenda
- Reviewed joint research projects among the member countries
- Singed the Record of Discussion of freshwater pollution prevention project
- Discussed the 6th TPM meeting schedule
Reported the results of the joint research project about endocrine
disruptor pursued by related government ministries
■ Background: related government ministries developed a five-year plan (from
2007 to 2011) to investigate and control endocrine disruptors in March 2007
■ Date: December 17, 2008
■ Participants: policy makers and researchers in the field
■ Content
- Each ministry reported joint research results
- Presented and reviewed the plan for 2009
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NIER Website Service
Website
URL
National Institute
of Environmental
Service
Division in charge
Launch
News update, research information,
www.nier.go.kr
Research
environment pollution data,
public service
Research Planning
1999
Division
TEMM data, environmental data link,
TEMM
www.temm.org
environmental cooperation
in the region
Research Planning
2004
Division
Data about tropical plants
ASEAN Tropical
Plant Database
tropicalplant.nier.go.kr
in the region accumulated
Nature Conservation
through ASEAN-ROK
Research Division
2005
cooperative program
Water Environmental
water.nier.go.kr
Information System
New Chemical
Notification and
Assessment
newchem.nier.go.kr
Basic information about
Water Environment
water quality and pollution
Control Research
sources for the public
Division
Guideline of chemical
assessment process
2003
Chemicals
Registration and
Evaluation Team
2003
www.nier.go.kr
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