ISSN: 2186-2311 – The Asian Conference on Sustainability, Energy and the Environment 2013 – Official Conference Proceedings

"Working Together Towards a Sustainable World"
June 6-9 2013, Osaka, Japan
ISSN: 2186-2311

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Proceedings Contents

Reducing the Budget Deficit Sustainably in Vietnam: Pathway to 2020
Quynh Tho Nguyen, Banking Academy, Vietnam

Sense of Place as Community Empowerment in Bioregional Planning Process: A Proposed Model
Muhammad Farid Azizul, The University of Auckland, New Zealand

Bioenergy Potential Assessment of Wastewater Sludge and Forestry Waste in Taiwan: Financial Analysis and Life Cycle Assessment
Yu-De Huang, Sinotech Engineering Consultants, Taiwan

Drylands Agriculture and Prevention Strategy of Environmental Agroecosystem Damage in Kabupaten Musi Rawas, South Sumatra
Agustina Bidarti, Sriwijaya University, Indonesia

Influence on the Combustion Process of the Type of Fertilizer Used on an Energy Crop (Populus Nigra, L.)
Luis F Calvo, University of Leon, Spain

Total Sulfur Deposition over Forest in Tropical Climatology, Thailand
Phuvasa Chanonmuang, Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research, Thailand

A Strategic Model towards the Empowerment of Distributed Solar Pv System for Sustainable Rural Communities in Malaysia
Nur Azfahani Ahmad, The University of Auckland, New Zealand

Deteremination of Energy Consumption in Pest Control Using pesticides in New Zealand
Majeed Safa, Lincoln University, New Zealand

Cationic Contamination In Lake’s Of West Zone, Ahmedabad, Gujarat,India
Sanjay Vediya, Independent Researcher, India

Sustainable City Indicators for Greater Mae Kong Sub-Region : Cases from Thailand and Lao PDR
Alice Sharp, Independent Researcher, Thailand

An Impact Assessment of Rural Electrification Project in China
Xue Ting Wang, National University of Singapore, Singapore

Conception of a New Water Collection System Using LiBr Solution for Dry Area
Cyril Cassisa, Shin Development Association, France

The Real Cause for the U.S. Subprime, Financial, Economic Crises in 2007-2009
Peter Yang, Case Western Reserve University, United States

Ecological Study of Selected lentic Water Bodies of Ahmadabad, Gujarat India
Manisha Desai, Bhavan's Sheth R A College of Science, India

Social Green as a Strategy to Design Sustainable City in Developing Countries a Case Study of Surabaya
Citra Hennida, Universitas Airlangga, Indonesia

Assessment of Productive and Environmental Efficiencies of Japanese Industries
Mika Goto, Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry, Japan

DG Types Effect on the Optimal Location for Voltage Sag Mitigation
Ayman Soliman, Electronics Research Institute, Egypt

Applications of Sequential Power Flow Analysis for High and Low Voltage Distribution Systems to Energy Loss Evaluation for Dwelling Units or Buildings
Nien-Che Yang, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan

The Sustainability of Cultural Heritage for Community-Based Activity under Flood Disaster: A Case Study of Ayutthaya,Thailand
Wittaya Daungthima, Saga University, Japan

Assessment of the Analgesic Activity of Musa Paradisiaca Linn Peels of the Family Musaceae
Rommel John Reyes, Emilio Aguinaldo College, Philippines

Parametric Study of Earth-to-Air Heat Exchanger in Malaysian Climate
Md Najib Ibrahim, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Surveying Historic Buildings: Valuing Sustainability in Historic Large Hall Structures including Places of Worship in the UK
Makrodimitri, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

Investigating Farm Land Ownership: Farm Land Owner’s Response to Regional Growth and Sustainable Agriculture in Indonesia
Arrohman Taufiq Hidayat, Kyoto University, Japan

At the Grassroots Level of Diplomacy:A Research on the Perception of Indonesian Migrant Workers on Indonesian Diplomatic Corps
Dian Mutmainah, Brawijaya University, Indonesia

Estimation of Nitrogen Dioxide Concentrations in the Inner Bangkok by Land Use Regression Model
Pannee Cheewinsiriwat, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Maintaining Water Depth in Colonial Navigation Canals Versus Inland Freshwater Wetland System Loss- The Case of Canoly Canal and Kottuly Wetlands, Calicut, Kerala, India
Anjana Bhagyanathan, National Institute of Technology, India

A Simplified Mathematical Model to Predict the Thermal Physiological Responses of a Sleeping Person in Steady-State and Uniform Conditions
Ming-yin Chan, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong

How Does the Energy Industry Deal with Climate Change? Perception and Actions of the Energy Industry on Climate Change
Yeonji Kim, South Korea University, South Korea

Selecting Bio-indicator Fish for Monitoring Organochlorine Pesticide Contamination in Rivers
Khobkul Nongnutch, Rajamangala University of Technology, Thailand

Evaluation of Cadmium Concentrations in the Surface Sediments of Salt River Estuary, Taiwan
Cheng-Di Dong, National Kaohsiung Marine University, Taiwan

Study of WEEE Collecting and Recycling Network in China
Bibo Yang, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong

Emerging Issue in a Proper Recycling Technology for Printed Circuit Board Waste: A Pyrolysis Based Recycling Approach
Songpol Boonsawat, Griffith University, Australia

Future Prospects of Residential Solar Water Heating System in Oman
Abdullah Al-Badi, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman

Sustainability through Subsistence: The Case for De-urbanization in Malaysia
Nur Mohd Hussain, The University of Auckland, New Zealand

The Impact of Energy Transition on the O&G Supply Chain: A Content Analysis of Corporate Sustainability Reports
Wan Nurul Karimah Wan Ahmad, Delft University of Technology, Netherlands

A Study in Information Usage Behavior of Students in Rajabhat Rajanagarindra University
Waraporn Sinthaworn, Rajabhat Rajanagarindra University, Thailand

Heavy Metal Contamination of Marine Fish from Reclaimed Water in Arid Environment
Salma K. Al-Musharafi, Sur College of Applied Science, Oman

A Study of Feasibility of Pretreatment Process to Utilize Lignocellulosic Biomass as Materials for Biodiesel Production
Malinee Sriariyanun, King's Mongkut University of Technology, Thailand

Border Adjustments under Unilateral Carbon Pricing: The Case of Australian Carbon Tax
Mahinda Siriwardana, University of New England, Australia

Status and Trends of Renewable Energy Development in Gaza Strip
Anwar Abu-Zarifa, Islamic University of Gaza, Palestine, Palestine

A Lighting Controller for Led Lamp Cooperated with Daylighting in Thailand
Phumiphat Kakham, Rajabhat Rajanagarindra University, Thailand

A Study of Feasibility to Utilize Lignocellulosic Biomass as Materials for Biodiesel Production
Patchanee Yasurin, Assumption University, Thailand

Energy Efficient Building Design: Revisiting Traditional Architecture
Naseer N A, National Institute of Technology Calicut, India

Implications of spatial sustainability on the territorial planning framework in a transition country
Alexandru Petrisor, NR&DI URBAN-INCERC, Romania
Vasile Meita, URBAN-INCERC, Romania

Promoting Sustainability in Selected African Fashion Design Institutions
Anne Mason, Tswane University of Technology, South Africa

Assessment for Sustainable Solid Waste Management in Nakhon Ratchasima City Municipality, Thailand
Siriporn Boonpa, Thammasat University, Thailand

Environmental Impact Evaluation Using Cost Benefit Analysis and Multi Criterion Analysis: A Case Study of Rayong Province, Thailand
Nattanin Ueasin, Khon Kaen University, Thailand

Modeling of a Single-Chamber Microbial Fuel Cell Using Glycerin as an Energy Source
Bunpot Sirinutsomboon, Thammasat University, Thailand
Bijan Afsar, University Putra Malaysia, Malaysia

Effect of Acidic Soil on Free Fatty Acid of Palm Oil in Thailand
Pitchayasinee Ariyatanakatawong, Rajabhat Rajanagarinra University, Thailand

The Consideration of Heat Reduction Hourly Schedule on Front Surface of Photovoltaic Module to Improve Efficiency
Nuchida Suwapaet, Mahasarakham University, Thailand

The Potential of Tourist Attractions: A Case Study of 2 Rural Connecting Districts in the Western Part of Thailand
Areerut Patnukao, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Adapting the Design Principles of Business Dashboards for Visualizing Status and Trends of River Water Quality –  A Case Study of Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia
Firdan Machda, PT. Machda Furyco, Indonesia
Fahmi Machda, PT. Machda Furyco, Indonesia

The Integrated Development of the Community Learning Center of Philosophy of Economic Sufficiency.  Case study: DongKraTongYam Sub-district,  SriMaHaPho District, Prachinburi Province
Linda Narkpoy, Rajabhat Rajanagarindra University, Thailand

Key Issues on Designing and Implementing Emissions Trading System in China
Ying Shen, University of Western Sydney, Australia

A Multi-Sectoral, Multi-Household, General Equilibrium Model to Assess the Impact of a Carbon Price on the Australian Economy
Disna Sajeewani, University of Wollongong, Australia

Introduction of Renewable Energy into City-Chino in Nagano
Hiroshi Kawamura, Suwa Tokyo University of Science, Japan
Tetsuya Takano, City Office of Chino, Japan

Rates of Sediment Deposition in Lam Phra Phloeng Dam, Nakorn Ratchasima Province, Thailand, Using 210 Pb as a Geochronometer
Kanitha Srisuksawad, Thailand Institute of Nuclear Technology, Thailand

Regime dynamics and diversification of Norwegian energy system incumbents
Tyson Weaver, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway

Enhancing Coral Reef Resilience Through Ecological Restoration: Concepts and Challenges
Tai Chong Toh, National University of Singapore, Singapore

Widening Access or Narrowing Student Choice? The Re-emergence of Elitism in the Uk Higher Education System
James Johnston, university of the west of scotland, United Kingdom
Steve Talbot, university of the west of scotland, United Kingdom

The Study and Research of Wind Energy for Electricity Generator in Chana District, Songkhla Thailand
Thanat Nonthaputha, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya, Thailand

Green Architecture and Environmental Design using Rapid-Prototyping Social-Networking Sandbox Tools, followed by Professional Architectural Software
Joseph Wunderlich, Elizabethtown College, United States

The Effect of Accounting Information System Implementation on Accounting Information Quality and Its Impacts on Managerial Performance.(survey at 26 Districts/ Cities in West Java Province-Indonesia)
Yaman Suryaman, Garut University, Indonesia

Current Status of Coral Reef Restoration in Singapore
Chin Soon Lionel Ng, National University of Singapore, Singapore

Extracting Work from Environmental Thermal Energy via a Process Involving Two ‘Spontaneous’ Entropy Transfers
Aaron Jacob Schwartz, Jisan Research Institute, United States
Chris Koo, Jisan Research Institute, United States
Jae Lim, Jisan Research Institute, United States
Ryan Goy, Jisan Research Institute, United States
Sophia Choi, Jisan Research Institute, United States
Sanza Kazadi, Jisan Research Institute, United States