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「International Participation in Environmental Monitoringinternational cooperation」於資料集「MajorEnvironmentalPolicies」由單位「行政院環境保護署」的陳小姐所提供,聯繫電話是(02)23117722#2753,(02)23117722#2756,最近更新時間為:2023-07-30 01:03:45。 欄位編號的內容是1745 , 欄位標題的內容是International Participation in Environmental Monitoring , 欄位摘要的內容是Air quality and water quality are the primary targets of Taiwan’s environmental monitoring efforts. Over the last ten years Taiwan has developed diverse, advanced monitoring systems. These systems not only provide residents with an abundant source of information on environmental quality, but also provide opportunities for international technology exchange and environmental cooperation, highlighting Taiwan’s role in the international arena.
Environmental monitoring is the foundation of environmental protection. The collection, management, integration and dissemination of monitoring information keep residents aware of the state of the environment. Moreover, statistical analysis of years of monitoring data provides a platform from which to evaluate government departments’ performance in the area of environmental protection. This information can be provided as a reference when drafting regulations and policies.
Dust storms in eastern Asia and long-range transboundary air pollution have been given much attention in recent years. Working to protect air quality and safeguard public health, the EPA continues to carry out regular environmental monitoring programs, and has additionally entered several cooperation agreements on international data exchange. This marks an unprecedented step for Taiwan in the area of international participation in environmental monitoring.
Multifunction Air Quality Monitoring Network
Domestic environmental air quality monitoring is primarily accomplished through Taiwan’s network of automatic air quality monitoring stations. Completed in September 1993, a comprehensive database has been established on over ten years of operations. During this period, equipment went through an upgrading period from 2002 to 2005 to enhance the quality of monitoring. The network comprises 76 stations and adopts various manual and automatic monitoring systems to ensure round the clock monitoring in all kinds of weather. Some air quality monitoring systems are described below.
1. Air quality monitoring stations
Automatic monitoring stations primarily check for seven kinds of air quality pollutants: PM10, PM2.5, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, ozone, and hydrocarbons. Data is then integrated with weather observations such as wind direction, wind speed, temperature, humidity and rainfall to provide a more accurate analysis of air quality. Acid rain testing equipment is used to understand and track the status of acid deposition, an increasingly serious global problem.
2. Mobile monitoring stations
Mobile air quality monitoring vehicles complement the functions of stationary monitoring stations by providing the means for special monitoring purposes including public nuisance complaints, sudden serious air pollution incidents, special research purposes, and comparisons between stations.
3. Particulate Matter Supersite
Suspended particulate matter (also called PM or aerosols) has a tremendous overall impact on the environment. PM reduces visibility, induces changes in weather and climate, and has certain effects on solar radiation. To better understand the reasons for pollution and factors causing changes in PM, a PM Supersite has been established in northern Taiwan. As PM pollution is more severe in southern Taiwan, an equivalent supersite network was set up in the south in April 2005, comprising one central monitoring station and three auxiliary satellite stations.
4. Photochemical assessment and testing station
Ozone is a secondary pollutant formed by photochemical reactions with chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The EPA established a photochemical assessment and testing station in 2001 to monitor 56 types of VOCs. This station measures ozone precursors and analyzes their formation and special characteristics, as well as provides information on health risks due to exposure of pollutants.
5. Mt. Lulin International Background Air Quality Monitoring Station
The EPA has long recognized the need to establish a database on background atmospheric pollution for use in assessing transboundary air pollution and global climate change. This led to the establishment of the nation’s first international background air quality monitoring station on Mt. Lulin, which commenced operations on 13 April 2006.
6. Mt. Cilan carbon dioxide flux monitoring station
Working to stay abreast of international cooperation regarding Taiwan’s environmental changes and ecosystems, the EPA began monitoring carbon dioxide flux (the rate at which CO2 gas comes out of the ground) in 2005. The resulting data will help respond to potential impacts brought about by the Kyoto Protocol.
7. Micropulse Lidar (MPL)
Micropulse lidar observation systems monitor the vertical distribution of aerosols in the atmosphere. They can assist in quantitative analysis of air pollutants transported to Taiwan from east Asian dust storms. MPL greatly benefits research on the impact of dust storms and helps understand the distribution of smoke and ash from open-air fires.
8. Meteorological Telemetry
As air quality changes are closely linked to atmospheric dispersion conditions, the EPA has introduced a temperature profiler, a wind profiler, and moderate resolution imaging spectroradiometer (MODIS) to analyze latent weather conditions related to air pollution. This equipment gathers different types of weather data and helps analyze air pollution sources.
Enhanced Monitoring Capability Builds International Cooperation
Environmental problems are often global in nature. For example, in researching transboundary pollution, each country attempts to establish a transboundary monitoring data exchange platform. From 2002, the EPA began implementing an air quality station replacement plan, and has already established a complete monitoring system and data verification system. Taiwan is eager to exchange this technology and data with other progressive nations around the world.
The UNEP carried out an international monitoring project called Atmospheric Brown Clouds in Jeju Island, Korea from 20 February 2005 to 10 April 2005. This was Taiwan’s first opportunity to provide ozone and carbon monoxide monitoring equipment and participate in collateral comparison studies. A comparison of Taiwan’s monitoring equipment showed relativity (R2) as high as 0.999995, attesting that Taiwan’s monitoring quality is keeping stride with international standards. Moreover, Taiwan installed its first NASA-grade MPL and solar spectrograph in 2004 and is ready to enter the Micro-Pulse Lidar Network (MPLNET) and the Aerosol Robotic Network (AERONET). Also, Taiwan has entered a cooperative plan with the US EPA to monitor the long-range transboundary transmission of mercury pollution.
The international-grade background air quality monitoring station launched on Mt. Lulin this year is consistent with other international background monitoring stations in terms of pollutants measured. The station has already established high precision equipment for monitoring trace gases, mercury and particulate matter. This new background monitoring station plays a key role in the Asia region, helping Taiwan join international efforts to monitor long-range transboundary air pollution in southeast Asia and study its effects on Taiwan and the rest of the world.
Active Participation in World Water Monitoring Day
Taiwan has already established sound air quality monitoring and forecasting systems, and has regular contact with international counterparts in this area. However, there is still room for expanding international cooperation in the area of water quality monitoring. Taiwan has thus teamed up with the International Water Association, the US Clean Water Foundation and the US EPA to promote World Water Monitoring Day (October 18 of every year). Taiwan has been an active participant in this event for the past three years and the large number of Taiwan participants has drawn worldwide attention.
For World Water Monitoring Day 2005 events, 400 teams registered for a total of 2,800 participants. The EPA invited Mr. Roberta Savage of the US Clean Water Foundation—one of the founding organizations of this event—to Taiwan on 28 September 2005 to attend a series of World Water Monitoring Day activities.
Of the 24 countries to take part in the first World Water Monitoring Day event in 2003, Taiwan gathered over 1,600 participants to monitor water at 174 station-times, leading the world in numbers of participants. By 2004, the number of participating countries rose to 52 and Taiwan had over 2,500 civilians monitoring water quality at over 400 station-times, making a name for Taiwan on the international stage.
Increased Technology Exchange Broadens Horizons
The EPA points out that after greatly enhancing the function of the domestic network of air quality monitoring stations, the numbers and brands of related equipment is becoming increasingly diverse and complex. The properties, software and hardware of monitoring equipment varies widely in terms of quality, thus requiring significant investments of human resources and funds into management, maintenance, upkeep, and quality control.
In addressing this need while also responding to global climate change, the EPA has established an MPL monitoring station, the Lulin background air quality monitoring station, and a carbon dioxide flux monitoring station. The questions of how to enter international monitoring organizations, how to effectively promote international cooperation, and how to present Taiwan’s monitoring achievements to the world are all important issues for the future.
In the future, the EPA will continue to upkeep normal operations at monitoring stations, develop a better understanding of the status of Taiwan’s air pollution, and establish long-term local air quality monitoring data. This information will not only serve as an important reference when developing and researching air pollution control policies, but will also safeguard public health by providing comprehensive monitoring data to civilians. In terms of Taiwan’s capacity in environmental monitoring and international compliancy, the EPA reiterates that environmental problems are global issues and therefore with further research on transboundary pollution, it behooves each country to establish platforms for transboundary monitoring information exchange. Taiwan is working to strengthen international exchanges in the area of monitoring technology by actively participating in international organizations and programs, and freely sharing local monitoring data to broaden internationals prospects. , 欄位全文的內容是Air quality and water quality are the primary targets of Taiwan’s environmental monitoring efforts. Over the last ten years Taiwan has developed diverse, advanced monitoring systems. These systems not only provide residents with an abundant source of information on environmental quality, but also provide opportunities for international technology exchange and environmental cooperation, highlighting Taiwan’s role in the international arena.
Environmental monitoring is the foundation of environmental protection. The collection, management, integration and dissemination of monitoring information keep residents aware of the state of the environment. Moreover, statistical analysis of years of monitoring data provides a platform from which to evaluate government departments’ performance in the area of environmental protection. This information can be provided as a reference when drafting regulations and policies.
Dust storms in eastern Asia and long-range transboundary air pollution have been given much attention in recent years. Working to protect air quality and safeguard public health, the EPA continues to carry out regular environmental monitoring programs, and has additionally entered several cooperation agreements on international data exchange. This marks an unprecedented step for Taiwan in the area of international participation in environmental monitoring.
Multifunction Air Quality Monitoring Network
Domestic environmental air quality monitoring is primarily accomplished through Taiwan’s network of automatic air quality monitoring stations. Completed in September 1993, a comprehensive database has been established on over ten years of operations. During this period, equipment went through an upgrading period from 2002 to 2005 to enhance the quality of monitoring. The network comprises 76 stations and adopts various manual and automatic monitoring systems to ensure round the clock monitoring in all kinds of weather. Some air quality monitoring systems are described below.
1. Air quality monitoring stations
Automatic monitoring stations primarily check for seven kinds of air quality pollutants: PM10, PM2.5, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, ozone, and hydrocarbons. Data is then integrated with weather observations such as wind direction, wind speed, temperature, humidity and rainfall to provide a more accurate analysis of air quality. Acid rain testing equipment is used to understand and track the status of acid deposition, an increasingly serious global problem.
2. Mobile monitoring stations
Mobile air quality monitoring vehicles complement the functions of stationary monitoring stations by providing the means for special monitoring purposes including public nuisance complaints, sudden serious air pollution incidents, special research purposes, and comparisons between stations.
3. Particulate Matter Supersite
Suspended particulate matter (also called PM or aerosols) has a tremendous overall impact on the environment. PM reduces visibility, induces changes in weather and climate, and has certain effects on solar radiation. To better understand the reasons for pollution and factors causing changes in PM, a PM Supersite has been established in northern Taiwan. As PM pollution is more severe in southern Taiwan, an equivalent supersite network was set up in the south in April 2005, comprising one central monitoring station and three auxiliary satellite stations.
4. Photochemical assessment and testing station
Ozone is a secondary pollutant formed by photochemical reactions with chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The EPA established a photochemical assessment and testing station in 2001 to monitor 56 types of VOCs. This station measures ozone precursors and analyzes their formation and special characteristics, as well as provides information on health risks due to exposure of pollutants.
5. Mt. Lulin International Background Air Quality Monitoring Station
The EPA has long recognized the need to establish a database on background atmospheric pollution for use in assessing transboundary air pollution and global climate change. This led to the establishment of the nation’s first international background air quality monitoring station on Mt. Lulin, which commenced operations on 13 April 2006.
6. Mt. Cilan carbon dioxide flux monitoring station
Working to stay abreast of international cooperation regarding Taiwan’s environmental changes and ecosystems, the EPA began monitoring carbon dioxide flux (the rate at which CO2 gas comes out of the ground) in 2005. The resulting data will help respond to potential impacts brought about by the Kyoto Protocol.
7. Micropulse Lidar (MPL)
Micropulse lidar observation systems monitor the vertical distribution of aerosols in the atmosphere. They can assist in quantitative analysis of air pollutants transported to Taiwan from east Asian dust storms. MPL greatly benefits research on the impact of dust storms and helps understand the distribution of smoke and ash from open-air fires.
8. Meteorological Telemetry
As air quality changes are closely linked to atmospheric dispersion conditions, the EPA has introduced a temperature profiler, a wind profiler, and moderate resolution imaging spectroradiometer (MODIS) to analyze latent weather conditions related to air pollution. This equipment gathers different types of weather data and helps analyze air pollution sources.
Enhanced Monitoring Capability Builds International Cooperation
Environmental problems are often global in nature. For example, in researching transboundary pollution, each country attempts to establish a transboundary monitoring data exchange platform. From 2002, the EPA began implementing an air quality station replacement plan, and has already established a complete monitoring system and data verification system. Taiwan is eager to exchange this technology and data with other progressive nations around the world.
The UNEP carried out an international monitoring project called Atmospheric Brown Clouds in Jeju Island, Korea from 20 February 2005 to 10 April 2005. This was Taiwan’s first opportunity to provide ozone and carbon monoxide monitoring equipment and participate in collateral comparison studies. A comparison of Taiwan’s monitoring equipment showed relativity (R2) as high as 0.999995, attesting that Taiwan’s monitoring quality is keeping stride with international standards. Moreover, Taiwan installed its first NASA-grade MPL and solar spectrograph in 2004 and is ready to enter the Micro-Pulse Lidar Network (MPLNET) and the Aerosol Robotic Network (AERONET). Also, Taiwan has entered a cooperative plan with the US EPA to monitor the long-range transboundary transmission of mercury pollution.
The international-grade background air quality monitoring station launched on Mt. Lulin this year is consistent with other international background monitoring stations in terms of pollutants measured. The station has already established high precision equipment for monitoring trace gases, mercury and particulate matter. This new background monitoring station plays a key role in the Asia region, helping Taiwan join international efforts to monitor long-range transboundary air pollution in southeast Asia and study its effects on Taiwan and the rest of the world.
Active Participation in World Water Monitoring Day
Taiwan has already established sound air quality monitoring and forecasting systems, and has regular contact with international counterparts in this area. However, there is still room for expanding international cooperation in the area of water quality monitoring. Taiwan has thus teamed up with the International Water Association, the US Clean Water Foundation and the US EPA to promote World Water Monitoring Day (October 18 of every year). Taiwan has been an active participant in this event for the past three years and the large number of Taiwan participants has drawn worldwide attention.
For World Water Monitoring Day 2005 events, 400 teams registered for a total of 2,800 participants. The EPA invited Mr. Roberta Savage of the US Clean Water Foundation—one of the founding organizations of this event—to Taiwan on 28 September 2005 to attend a series of World Water Monitoring Day activities.
Of the 24 countries to take part in the first World Water Monitoring Day event in 2003, Taiwan gathered over 1,600 participants to monitor water at 174 station-times, leading the world in numbers of participants. By 2004, the number of participating countries rose to 52 and Taiwan had over 2,500 civilians monitoring water quality at over 400 station-times, making a name for Taiwan on the international stage.
Increased Technology Exchange Broadens Horizons
The EPA points out that after greatly enhancing the function of the domestic network of air quality monitoring stations, the numbers and brands of related equipment is becoming increasingly diverse and complex. The properties, software and hardware of monitoring equipment varies widely in terms of quality, thus requiring significant investments of human resources and funds into management, maintenance, upkeep, and quality control.
In addressing this need while also responding to global climate change, the EPA has established an MPL monitoring station, the Lulin background air quality monitoring station, and a carbon dioxide flux monitoring station. The questions of how to enter international monitoring organizations, how to effectively promote international cooperation, and how to present Taiwan’s monitoring achievements to the world are all important issues for the future.
In the future, the EPA will continue to upkeep normal operations at monitoring stations, develop a better understanding of the status of Taiwan’s air pollution, and establish long-term local air quality monitoring data. This information will not only serve as an important reference when developing and researching air pollution control policies, but will also safeguard public health by providing comprehensive monitoring data to civilians. In terms of Taiwan’s capacity in environmental monitoring and international compliancy, the EPA reiterates that environmental problems are global issues and therefore with further research on transboundary pollution, it behooves each country to establish platforms for transboundary monitoring information exchange. Taiwan is working to strengthen international exchanges in the area of monitoring technology by actively participating in international organizations and programs, and freely sharing local monitoring data to broaden internationals prospects. , 欄位年度的內容是2006 , 欄位月份的內容是9 , 欄位卷的內容是9 , 欄位期的內容是5 , 欄位順序的內容是1 , 欄位倒序的內容是2 , 欄位分類的內容是international cooperation , 欄位標題2的內容是International Participation in Environmental Monitoring , 欄位檔案位置的內容是V9/V9-05 。
編號
1745
標題
International Participation in Environmental Monitoring
摘要
Air quality and water quality are the primary targets of Taiwan’s environmental monitoring efforts. Over the last ten years Taiwan has developed diverse, advanced monitoring systems. These systems not only provide residents with an abundant source of information on environmental quality, but also provide opportunities for international technology exchange and environmental cooperation, highlighting Taiwan’s role in the international arena. Environmental monitoring is the foundation of environmental protection. The collection, management, integration and dissemination of monitoring information keep residents aware of the state of the environment. Moreover, statistical analysis of years of monitoring data provides a platform from which to evaluate government departments’ performance in the area of environmental protection. This information can be provided as a reference when drafting regulations and policies. Dust storms in eastern Asia and long-range transboundary air pollution have been given much attention in recent years. Working to protect air quality and safeguard public health, the EPA continues to carry out regular environmental monitoring programs, and has additionally entered several cooperation agreements on international data exchange. This marks an unprecedented step for Taiwan in the area of international participation in environmental monitoring. Multifunction Air Quality Monitoring Network Domestic environmental air quality monitoring is primarily accomplished through Taiwan’s network of automatic air quality monitoring stations. Completed in September 1993, a comprehensive database has been established on over ten years of operations. During this period, equipment went through an upgrading period from 2002 to 2005 to enhance the quality of monitoring. The network comprises 76 stations and adopts various manual and automatic monitoring systems to ensure round the clock monitoring in all kinds of weather. Some air quality monitoring systems are described below. 1. Air quality monitoring stations Automatic monitoring stations primarily check for seven kinds of air quality pollutants: PM10, PM2.5, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, ozone, and hydrocarbons. Data is then integrated with weather observations such as wind direction, wind speed, temperature, humidity and rainfall to provide a more accurate analysis of air quality. Acid rain testing equipment is used to understand and track the status of acid deposition, an increasingly serious global problem. 2. Mobile monitoring stations Mobile air quality monitoring vehicles complement the functions of stationary monitoring stations by providing the means for special monitoring purposes including public nuisance complaints, sudden serious air pollution incidents, special research purposes, and comparisons between stations. 3. Particulate Matter Supersite Suspended particulate matter (also called PM or aerosols) has a tremendous overall impact on the environment. PM reduces visibility, induces changes in weather and climate, and has certain effects on solar radiation. To better understand the reasons for pollution and factors causing changes in PM, a PM Supersite has been established in northern Taiwan. As PM pollution is more severe in southern Taiwan, an equivalent supersite network was set up in the south in April 2005, comprising one central monitoring station and three auxiliary satellite stations. 4. Photochemical assessment and testing station Ozone is a secondary pollutant formed by photochemical reactions with chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The EPA established a photochemical assessment and testing station in 2001 to monitor 56 types of VOCs. This station measures ozone precursors and analyzes their formation and special characteristics, as well as provides information on health risks due to exposure of pollutants. 5. Mt. Lulin International Background Air Quality Monitoring Station The EPA has long recognized the need to establish a database on background atmospheric pollution for use in assessing transboundary air pollution and global climate change. This led to the establishment of the nation’s first international background air quality monitoring station on Mt. Lulin, which commenced operations on 13 April 2006. 6. Mt. Cilan carbon dioxide flux monitoring station Working to stay abreast of international cooperation regarding Taiwan’s environmental changes and ecosystems, the EPA began monitoring carbon dioxide flux (the rate at which CO2 gas comes out of the ground) in 2005. The resulting data will help respond to potential impacts brought about by the Kyoto Protocol. 7. Micropulse Lidar (MPL) Micropulse lidar observation systems monitor the vertical distribution of aerosols in the atmosphere. They can assist in quantitative analysis of air pollutants transported to Taiwan from east Asian dust storms. MPL greatly benefits research on the impact of dust storms and helps understand the distribution of smoke and ash from open-air fires. 8. Meteorological Telemetry As air quality changes are closely linked to atmospheric dispersion conditions, the EPA has introduced a temperature profiler, a wind profiler, and moderate resolution imaging spectroradiometer (MODIS) to analyze latent weather conditions related to air pollution. This equipment gathers different types of weather data and helps analyze air pollution sources. Enhanced Monitoring Capability Builds International Cooperation Environmental problems are often global in nature. For example, in researching transboundary pollution, each country attempts to establish a transboundary monitoring data exchange platform. From 2002, the EPA began implementing an air quality station replacement plan, and has already established a complete monitoring system and data verification system. Taiwan is eager to exchange this technology and data with other progressive nations around the world. The UNEP carried out an international monitoring project called Atmospheric Brown Clouds in Jeju Island, Korea from 20 February 2005 to 10 April 2005. This was Taiwan’s first opportunity to provide ozone and carbon monoxide monitoring equipment and participate in collateral comparison studies. A comparison of Taiwan’s monitoring equipment showed relativity (R2) as high as 0.999995, attesting that Taiwan’s monitoring quality is keeping stride with international standards. Moreover, Taiwan installed its first NASA-grade MPL and solar spectrograph in 2004 and is ready to enter the Micro-Pulse Lidar Network (MPLNET) and the Aerosol Robotic Network (AERONET). Also, Taiwan has entered a cooperative plan with the US EPA to monitor the long-range transboundary transmission of mercury pollution. The international-grade background air quality monitoring station launched on Mt. Lulin this year is consistent with other international background monitoring stations in terms of pollutants measured. The station has already established high precision equipment for monitoring trace gases, mercury and particulate matter. This new background monitoring station plays a key role in the Asia region, helping Taiwan join international efforts to monitor long-range transboundary air pollution in southeast Asia and study its effects on Taiwan and the rest of the world. Active Participation in World Water Monitoring Day Taiwan has already established sound air quality monitoring and forecasting systems, and has regular contact with international counterparts in this area. However, there is still room for expanding international cooperation in the area of water quality monitoring. Taiwan has thus teamed up with the International Water Association, the US Clean Water Foundation and the US EPA to promote World Water Monitoring Day (October 18 of every year). Taiwan has been an active participant in this event for the past three years and the large number of Taiwan participants has drawn worldwide attention. For World Water Monitoring Day 2005 events, 400 teams registered for a total of 2,800 participants. The EPA invited Mr. Roberta Savage of the US Clean Water Foundation—one of the founding organizations of this event—to Taiwan on 28 September 2005 to attend a series of World Water Monitoring Day activities. Of the 24 countries to take part in the first World Water Monitoring Day event in 2003, Taiwan gathered over 1,600 participants to monitor water at 174 station-times, leading the world in numbers of participants. By 2004, the number of participating countries rose to 52 and Taiwan had over 2,500 civilians monitoring water quality at over 400 station-times, making a name for Taiwan on the international stage. Increased Technology Exchange Broadens Horizons The EPA points out that after greatly enhancing the function of the domestic network of air quality monitoring stations, the numbers and brands of related equipment is becoming increasingly diverse and complex. The properties, software and hardware of monitoring equipment varies widely in terms of quality, thus requiring significant investments of human resources and funds into management, maintenance, upkeep, and quality control. In addressing this need while also responding to global climate change, the EPA has established an MPL monitoring station, the Lulin background air quality monitoring station, and a carbon dioxide flux monitoring station. The questions of how to enter international monitoring organizations, how to effectively promote international cooperation, and how to present Taiwan’s monitoring achievements to the world are all important issues for the future. In the future, the EPA will continue to upkeep normal operations at monitoring stations, develop a better understanding of the status of Taiwan’s air pollution, and establish long-term local air quality monitoring data. This information will not only serve as an important reference when developing and researching air pollution control policies, but will also safeguard public health by providing comprehensive monitoring data to civilians. In terms of Taiwan’s capacity in environmental monitoring and international compliancy, the EPA reiterates that environmental problems are global issues and therefore with further research on transboundary pollution, it behooves each country to establish platforms for transboundary monitoring information exchange. Taiwan is working to strengthen international exchanges in the area of monitoring technology by actively participating in international organizations and programs, and freely sharing local monitoring data to broaden internationals prospects.
全文
Air quality and water quality are the primary targets of Taiwan’s environmental monitoring efforts. Over the last ten years Taiwan has developed diverse, advanced monitoring systems. These systems not only provide residents with an abundant source of information on environmental quality, but also provide opportunities for international technology exchange and environmental cooperation, highlighting Taiwan’s role in the international arena. Environmental monitoring is the foundation of environmental protection. The collection, management, integration and dissemination of monitoring information keep residents aware of the state of the environment. Moreover, statistical analysis of years of monitoring data provides a platform from which to evaluate government departments’ performance in the area of environmental protection. This information can be provided as a reference when drafting regulations and policies. Dust storms in eastern Asia and long-range transboundary air pollution have been given much attention in recent years. Working to protect air quality and safeguard public health, the EPA continues to carry out regular environmental monitoring programs, and has additionally entered several cooperation agreements on international data exchange. This marks an unprecedented step for Taiwan in the area of international participation in environmental monitoring. Multifunction Air Quality Monitoring Network Domestic environmental air quality monitoring is primarily accomplished through Taiwan’s network of automatic air quality monitoring stations. Completed in September 1993, a comprehensive database has been established on over ten years of operations. During this period, equipment went through an upgrading period from 2002 to 2005 to enhance the quality of monitoring. The network comprises 76 stations and adopts various manual and automatic monitoring systems to ensure round the clock monitoring in all kinds of weather. Some air quality monitoring systems are described below. 1. Air quality monitoring stations Automatic monitoring stations primarily check for seven kinds of air quality pollutants: PM10, PM2.5, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, ozone, and hydrocarbons. Data is then integrated with weather observations such as wind direction, wind speed, temperature, humidity and rainfall to provide a more accurate analysis of air quality. Acid rain testing equipment is used to understand and track the status of acid deposition, an increasingly serious global problem. 2. Mobile monitoring stations Mobile air quality monitoring vehicles complement the functions of stationary monitoring stations by providing the means for special monitoring purposes including public nuisance complaints, sudden serious air pollution incidents, special research purposes, and comparisons between stations. 3. Particulate Matter Supersite Suspended particulate matter (also called PM or aerosols) has a tremendous overall impact on the environment. PM reduces visibility, induces changes in weather and climate, and has certain effects on solar radiation. To better understand the reasons for pollution and factors causing changes in PM, a PM Supersite has been established in northern Taiwan. As PM pollution is more severe in southern Taiwan, an equivalent supersite network was set up in the south in April 2005, comprising one central monitoring station and three auxiliary satellite stations. 4. Photochemical assessment and testing station Ozone is a secondary pollutant formed by photochemical reactions with chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The EPA established a photochemical assessment and testing station in 2001 to monitor 56 types of VOCs. This station measures ozone precursors and analyzes their formation and special characteristics, as well as provides information on health risks due to exposure of pollutants. 5. Mt. Lulin International Background Air Quality Monitoring Station The EPA has long recognized the need to establish a database on background atmospheric pollution for use in assessing transboundary air pollution and global climate change. This led to the establishment of the nation’s first international background air quality monitoring station on Mt. Lulin, which commenced operations on 13 April 2006. 6. Mt. Cilan carbon dioxide flux monitoring station Working to stay abreast of international cooperation regarding Taiwan’s environmental changes and ecosystems, the EPA began monitoring carbon dioxide flux (the rate at which CO2 gas comes out of the ground) in 2005. The resulting data will help respond to potential impacts brought about by the Kyoto Protocol. 7. Micropulse Lidar (MPL) Micropulse lidar observation systems monitor the vertical distribution of aerosols in the atmosphere. They can assist in quantitative analysis of air pollutants transported to Taiwan from east Asian dust storms. MPL greatly benefits research on the impact of dust storms and helps understand the distribution of smoke and ash from open-air fires. 8. Meteorological Telemetry As air quality changes are closely linked to atmospheric dispersion conditions, the EPA has introduced a temperature profiler, a wind profiler, and moderate resolution imaging spectroradiometer (MODIS) to analyze latent weather conditions related to air pollution. This equipment gathers different types of weather data and helps analyze air pollution sources. Enhanced Monitoring Capability Builds International Cooperation Environmental problems are often global in nature. For example, in researching transboundary pollution, each country attempts to establish a transboundary monitoring data exchange platform. From 2002, the EPA began implementing an air quality station replacement plan, and has already established a complete monitoring system and data verification system. Taiwan is eager to exchange this technology and data with other progressive nations around the world. The UNEP carried out an international monitoring project called Atmospheric Brown Clouds in Jeju Island, Korea from 20 February 2005 to 10 April 2005. This was Taiwan’s first opportunity to provide ozone and carbon monoxide monitoring equipment and participate in collateral comparison studies. A comparison of Taiwan’s monitoring equipment showed relativity (R2) as high as 0.999995, attesting that Taiwan’s monitoring quality is keeping stride with international standards. Moreover, Taiwan installed its first NASA-grade MPL and solar spectrograph in 2004 and is ready to enter the Micro-Pulse Lidar Network (MPLNET) and the Aerosol Robotic Network (AERONET). Also, Taiwan has entered a cooperative plan with the US EPA to monitor the long-range transboundary transmission of mercury pollution. The international-grade background air quality monitoring station launched on Mt. Lulin this year is consistent with other international background monitoring stations in terms of pollutants measured. The station has already established high precision equipment for monitoring trace gases, mercury and particulate matter. This new background monitoring station plays a key role in the Asia region, helping Taiwan join international efforts to monitor long-range transboundary air pollution in southeast Asia and study its effects on Taiwan and the rest of the world. Active Participation in World Water Monitoring Day Taiwan has already established sound air quality monitoring and forecasting systems, and has regular contact with international counterparts in this area. However, there is still room for expanding international cooperation in the area of water quality monitoring. Taiwan has thus teamed up with the International Water Association, the US Clean Water Foundation and the US EPA to promote World Water Monitoring Day (October 18 of every year). Taiwan has been an active participant in this event for the past three years and the large number of Taiwan participants has drawn worldwide attention. For World Water Monitoring Day 2005 events, 400 teams registered for a total of 2,800 participants. The EPA invited Mr. Roberta Savage of the US Clean Water Foundation—one of the founding organizations of this event—to Taiwan on 28 September 2005 to attend a series of World Water Monitoring Day activities. Of the 24 countries to take part in the first World Water Monitoring Day event in 2003, Taiwan gathered over 1,600 participants to monitor water at 174 station-times, leading the world in numbers of participants. By 2004, the number of participating countries rose to 52 and Taiwan had over 2,500 civilians monitoring water quality at over 400 station-times, making a name for Taiwan on the international stage. Increased Technology Exchange Broadens Horizons The EPA points out that after greatly enhancing the function of the domestic network of air quality monitoring stations, the numbers and brands of related equipment is becoming increasingly diverse and complex. The properties, software and hardware of monitoring equipment varies widely in terms of quality, thus requiring significant investments of human resources and funds into management, maintenance, upkeep, and quality control. In addressing this need while also responding to global climate change, the EPA has established an MPL monitoring station, the Lulin background air quality monitoring station, and a carbon dioxide flux monitoring station. The questions of how to enter international monitoring organizations, how to effectively promote international cooperation, and how to present Taiwan’s monitoring achievements to the world are all important issues for the future. In the future, the EPA will continue to upkeep normal operations at monitoring stations, develop a better understanding of the status of Taiwan’s air pollution, and establish long-term local air quality monitoring data. This information will not only serve as an important reference when developing and researching air pollution control policies, but will also safeguard public health by providing comprehensive monitoring data to civilians. In terms of Taiwan’s capacity in environmental monitoring and international compliancy, the EPA reiterates that environmental problems are global issues and therefore with further research on transboundary pollution, it behooves each country to establish platforms for transboundary monitoring information exchange. Taiwan is working to strengthen international exchanges in the area of monitoring technology by actively participating in international organizations and programs, and freely sharing local monitoring data to broaden internationals prospects.
年度
2006
月份
9
卷
9
期
5
順序
1
倒序
2
分類
international cooperation
標題2
International Participation in Environmental Monitoring
檔案位置
V9/V9-05
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163
標題:
Government Purchasing Act to Add Article on Green Consumerism
摘要:
Eco-labeling According to Article 96 of the Government Purchasing Act passed by the Legislative Yu
全文:
Eco-labeling According to Article 96 of the Government Purchasing Act passed by the Legislative Yu
編號:
3570
標題:
Regulations Governing Subsidies for Scrapping Large Old Diesel Vehicles Preannounced
摘要:
Air
Regulations Governing Subsidies for Scrapping Large Old Diesel Vehicles Preannounced
全文:
Regulations Governing Subsidies for Scrapping Large Old Diesel Vehicles Preannounced
The EPA preann
編號:
3706
標題:
Revisions to the Types, Scope, and Scale of Enterprises for Review of Water Pollution Control Measur
摘要:
Water
7. Revisions to the Types, Scope, and Scale of Enterprises for Review of Water Pollution Contr
全文:
Revisions to the Types, Scope, and Scale of Enterprises for Review of Water Pollution Control Measur
編號:
277
標題:
Recycling Improvement Measures for PET Bottles and Discarded Tires Confirmed
摘要:
The EPA is actively developing response measures to the PET Bottle Recycling Fund's red ink and the
全文:
The EPA is actively developing response measures to the PET Bottle Recycling Fund's red ink and the
編號:
104
標題:
Structure of Marine Pollution Control Act to be Drafted
摘要:
Water Quality Marine resource welfare and protection from pollution is becoming increasingly import
全文:
Water Quality Marine resource welfare and protection from pollution is becoming increasingly import
編號:
111
標題:
Drinking Water Quality Standards Announced
摘要:
Water Quality On February 4 1998, drinking water quality standards were announced. All public drink
全文:
Water Quality On February 4 1998, drinking water quality standards were announced. All public drink
編號:
558
標題:
In 1999 Small Steps Toward Improving River Quality
摘要:
The EPA has completed the 1999 report on river water quality. Of 50 major rivers seriously polluted
全文:
The EPA has completed the 1999 report on river water quality. Of 50 major rivers seriously polluted
編號:
3964
標題:
The EPA Wins Presidential Hackathon Award for Its Water Refill Map App
摘要:
Water The EPA Wins Presidential Hackathon Award for Its Water Refill Map App
全文:
When one is thirsty outside, he or she can open the app “Water Refill Map” on a mobile phone and fin
編號:
3611
標題:
EPA’s First Entrance in National Day Flower Parade with “Recycling to Save the Planet” Theme
摘要:
Recycling
EPA’s First Entrance in National Day Flower Parade with “Recycling to Save the Planet” The
全文:
EPA’s First Entrance in National Day Flower Parade with “Recycling to Save the Planet” Theme
The EP
編號:
3739
標題:
Regulations Governing Incentives for Energy Efficiency Compliance Standards Amended
摘要:
Climate Change
Regulations Governing Incentives for Energy Efficiency Compliance Standards Amended
全文:
Regulations Governing Incentives for Energy Efficiency Compliance Standards Amended
The EPA announc
編號:
58
標題:
New List of Industries Required to Obtain Air Pollution Control Permits Announced
摘要:
Air Quality The EPA has announced the 7th round of industries with stationary pollution sources whi
全文:
Air Quality The EPA has announced the 7th round of industries with stationary pollution sources whi
編號:
613
標題:
Young Professors Give Suggestions on Environmental Protection
摘要:
On September 7 the EPA held a discussion forum for young professors to aid in the formulation of env
全文:
On September 7 the EPA held a discussion forum for young professors to aid in the formulation of env
編號:
3809
標題:
Discharge Reduction Promoted for Point-Source Pollution in Reservoir Watersheds
摘要:
Besides regularly monitoring reservoir water quality, the EPA has been working to reduce discharges
全文:
To effectively ascertain changes in domestic reservoir water quality in Taiwan, the EPA has since 20
編號:
3371
標題:
EPA Awarded for Crackdown on Illegal Toxic Wastewater Discharging
摘要:
Environmental Inspection EPA Awarded for Crackdown on Illegal Toxic Wastewater Discharging
The EPA
全文:
EPA Awarded for Crackdown on Illegal Toxic Wastewater Discharging
The EPA received an award from the
編號:
3504
標題:
Draft of National Climate Change Action Guidelines Announced
摘要:
Climate Change
Draft of National Climate Change Action Guidelines Announced
To promote Taiwan’s gr
全文:
Draft of National Climate Change Action Guidelines Announced
To promote Taiwan’s greenhouse gas re
編號:
3939
標題:
Air Pollution Control Act Enforcement Rules Amended
摘要:
Heavy Penalties Imposed on Illegal Vehicle Alterations
The EPA recently worked with the Department o
全文:
he EPA explained that vehicles are equipped with selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems to redu
編號:
4044
標題:
Draft Revisions Preannounced for New and Existing Chemical Substances Registration
摘要:
The EPA preannounced revisions to the Regulations for New and Existing Chemical Substances Registrat
全文:
The EPA expressed that it started collecting input from all sectors after the Toxic and Concerned Ch
編號:
33
標題:
First Stage Tamshui River Basin Cleanup Plan to Undergo Trial Run
摘要:
Water Quality After ten years of construction the first-stage project of the Tamshui River Basin Cl
全文:
Water Quality After ten years of construction the first-stage project of the Tamshui River Basin Cl
編號:
3372
標題:
Touqian River Constructed Wetlands in Hsinchu City Now in Use
摘要:
Water Touqian River Constructed Wetlands in Hsinchu City Now in Use
A new page has been written in t
全文:
Touqian River Constructed Wetlands in Hsinchu City Now in Use
A new page has been written in the sto
編號:
191
標題:
EPA Conducts Over 3000 Air Pollution Technical Assistance Cases
摘要:
The EPA has continued to assist firms with air pollution source improvements. Over the past two year
全文:
The EPA has continued to assist firms with air pollution source improvements. Over the past two year
編號:
3772
標題:
Sustainable Resource Utilization via Circular Economy
摘要:
waste
Sustainable Resource Utilization via Circular Economy
Ta i w a n ’ s r e c y c l i n g g o
全文:
Sustainable Resource Utilization via Circular Economy
Ta i w a n ’ s r e c y c l i n g g o a l h a
編號:
138
標題:
Air Emission Standards for Power Generation Facilities to be Amended
摘要:
Air Quality In recent years the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) has been promoting the privatiz
全文:
Air Quality In recent years the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) has been promoting the privatiz
編號:
3413
標題:
Amendments to Regulations for Water Pollution Control Fees Collection Preannounced
摘要:
Water
Amendments to Regulations for Water Pollution Control Fees Collection Preannounced
全文:
Amendments to Regulations for Water Pollution Control Fees Collection Preannounced
It has been almos
編號:
4226
標題:
Chemical Substance Labeling Required to Follow Global Standards from 31 October 2023
摘要:
To safely handle toxic and concerned chemical substances, the Regulations for the Labeling and Mater
全文:
Chemical Substance Labeling Required to Follow Global Standards from 31 October 2023
To safely handl
編號:
3551
標題:
Major Religious Event Lightens Its PM2.5 Impact
摘要:
Air
Major Religious Event Lightens Its PM2.5 Impact
The Matsu Pilgrimage, a major annual religious
全文:
Major Religious Event Lightens Its PM2.5 Impact
編號:
85
標題:
Industries Eligible for Transitional Effluent Standards Required to Submit Improvement Plans
摘要:
Water Quality The 1998 Effluent Standards took affect on January 1 1998. Because many industries vo
全文:
Water Quality The 1998 Effluent Standards took affect on January 1 1998. Because many industries vo
編號:
3537
標題:
Amendments to Effluent Standards Preannounced
摘要:
Water
Amendments to Effluent Standards Preannounced
On 10 February 2017, the EPA preannounced amend
全文:
Amendments to Effluent Standards Preannounced
On 10 February 2017, the EPA preannounced amendments
編號:
3953
標題:
Revisions Concerning Toxic Chemical Substances Handling Application and Registration Fee Standards P
摘要:
Chemicals Revisions Concerning Toxic Chemical Substances Handling Application and Registration Fee S
全文:
On 22 September, the EPA preannounced the revisions of the Toxic Chemical Substances Handling Applic
編號:
2051
標題:
Taiwan Protests UN Basel Convention Lockout
摘要:
Waste Management
Tai
全文:
Waste Management
Tai
編號:
387
標題:
Air Pollution Fees to be Used for Street Cleaning
摘要:
Dust particles raised from city streets known as fugitive dust, is a serious problem. To improve cit
全文:
Dust particles raised from city streets known as fugitive dust, is a serious problem. To improve cit
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