1. Daegu, Korea Candidate to Host the 22 nd World Energy Congress

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3. 2 1.Asia’s share of the global primary energy supply : 26.7%31.1% 26.7% in 2010, and 31.1% in 2030 according to International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates. 2. Asia represents a unique set of challenges and opportunities for energy use in the next decade. Asia, where two-thirds of the world’s population resides, will become both the main consumer of conventional energy the main consumer of conventional energy and the main actor in energy efficiency and exploitation of renewable energy sources renewable energy sources in the coming decade. Why Asia ? Korea, Candidate to Host WEC 2013

4. 3 "See the World's Energy Future from Asia's Perspective." Korea, Candidate to Host WEC 2013 Asia will be the Key in Asia will be the Key in ‘determining the world's response to energy security and climate change.’

5. 4 Why Korea? 1. Rational Use of Energy 2. Korea Strategically Located in Northeast Asia  Despite of foreign energy dependency (96.4%) and no oil reserves, Korea has become one of the best models of ‘ how a successful energy system leads to an advanced economy’.  Korea also has ambitious renewable energy programs.  Korea is situated in the center of fast-growing Northeast Asia.  Korea’s bridging role could contribute to the activation of energy discussions at WEC Congress. Korea, Candidate to Host WEC 2013

6. 5 Incheon LNG Receiving Terminal of Korea Gas Corporation Yeonggwang Nuclear Power Plant The outcomes of Korea’s successful energy system The outcomes of Korea’s successful energy system 1) Nuclear Power 2) Oil Refineries 3) LNG 1. Rational Use of Energy (1) Korea, Candidate to Host WEC 2013 provides 43% of the total power needs with a substantial reduction of CO 2 4 th world’s largest nuclear energy producer 5 th worldwide / 4 th world’s largest crude oil importer 2 nd largest importer worldwide

7. 6 1. Rational use of energy (2) 1)Tidal Power World's two largest plants under construction to be completed by 2009 (254MW) and by 2014 (812 MW) respectively 2) Photovoltaic Power World's largest plant under construction to be completed by 2008 (27 MW) World’s largest plant in a downtown area to be completed in DAEGU by Feb. 2008 (1.5MW) 3) World-class level through conservation, CHP/DH and mandatory energy audits (below 4% of electric transmission and distribution losses) 4) Huge potential of application of cutting-edge IT & biotech in energy control systems Furthermore, Furthermore, Korea, Candidate to Host WEC 2013 Ambitious renewable energy programs Ambitious renewable energy programs Increasing share of renewable energy from current 2.28 % to 10 % by 2020

8. 7 2. Korea Strategically Located in the Hub of Northeast Asia (1) Korea, situated in the center of fast-growing northeast Asia Korea Korea with its strategic energy policies and know-how, plays a ‘BRIDGING ROLE’ of providing various alternative energy strategies plays a ‘BRIDGING ROLE’ of providing various alternative energy strategies to developed, transitional, and developing economies and between energy resource exporting and importing countries. Korea, Candidate to Host WEC 2013 Asia Issuestable supply of energy sources Asia has faced the Issue of stable supply of energy sources. China, Japan, and Korea, the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th world’s largest crude oil importers respectively. China, Japan, and Korea, the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th world’s largest crude oil importers respectively. In the meantime,

9. 8 Now, Korea is expected to play a greater role a new phase by stepping onto a new phase of developing ‘upgraded and leading’ energy strategies. Korea represents a unique, politically relevant venue. Korea is uniquely able to promote energy discussions at various levels better than any other candidate city. 2. Korea Strategically Located in the Hub of Northeast Asia (2) Korea, Candidate to Host WEC 2013

10. 9 Green. Sustainable. Economically succesful. Energy-aware. Growth-oriented. Open. Safe. Friendly. Unique. Surrounded by natural beauty and cultural treasures.

11. 10 Embodying a Bright Future for Korea's Energy Industry 1. Solar City, Daegu Daegu, Candidate City Participation in the International Energy Agency's Solar City Program Newly Emerging Hub for New & Renewable Energy Industries beginning in 2000 Establishment of Solar City Daegu 2050 Plan in 2005. Daegu is the only local government possessing a long-term energy plan Host of the Annual Green Energy Expo encouraging the active participation of new and renewable energy enterprises

12. 11 Daegu, Candidate City Embodying a Bright Future for Korea's Energy Industry 2. East Coast Energy Cluster (1) Energy and industrial infrastructures concentrated in Daegu-Gyeongsangbuk-do region  Daegu Metropolitan City plays a central role in Korea’s energy industry. Automobile complex Ulsan Oil refinery complex - Korea National Oil Corporation Hyundai, Mobis – A total of 1,600,000 cars per year produced Pohang Steel & iron complex 31million tons per year Wind Power Generation Co. Ltd. Renewable Energy Theme Park Youngdeok Nuclear power complex represent 49% of the national nuclear energy supply. Uljin & Gyeongju Electronics complex Gumi Samsung and LG Philips LCD – 80 million mobile phones and 1.4 million LCDs per year respectively Changwon Machinery and auto complex 240,000 cars per year produced These four cities are included in ‘East Coast Energy Cluster’ Project of Gyeongsangbuk-do energy capability to be integrated more intensively Synergy effects expected in the dynamics of all the energy infrastructures in Daegu-Gyeongsangbuk-do region.

13. 12 By strengthening the energy-related industrial and R & D infrastructures and public organizations already integrated in Daegu-Gyeongsangbuk-do region, the project aims at preparing Daegu, Candidate City Embodying a Bright Future for Korea's Energy Industry 2. East Coast Energy Cluster (2) Preparation for worldwide energy competition and future national energy supply through the East Coast Energy Cluster Project of Gyeongsangbuk-do. the foundation for Korea’s growth engine and the infrastructure to foster new and renewable energy industry. ※ Currently East Coast Region represents more than 50% of the national nuclear power production Gyeongsangbuk-do, the neighboring province of Daegu represents 40.9% of the national total energy production.

14. 13 Daegu, Candidate City Embodying a Bright Future for Korea's Energy Industry 2. East Coast Energy Cluster (3) The Integration and Specialization Plan in Korea’s East Coast Region Uljun Youngdeo k Pohang Gyeongju Hub of Marine Energy Experience Town of New and Renewable Energies Cutting Edge Energy Science City Global Energy- Cultural City Cluster of nuclear power industry Cluster of energy components and materials industry Cluster of energy experiences Energy R&D Complex ► Clusters specialized by region, function, and industry to be developed ※ Energy-related public organization to be transferred to or integrated in the East Coast Region To Gyeongsangbuk-do Korea Hydro& Nuclear Power Co., Ltd. Korea Power Engineering Co., Inc. Proton Accelerator To Ulsan City Korea National Oil Corporation Korea Energy Management Corporation Korea Energy Economics Institute Korea East-West Power Co., Ltd. To Daegu Metropolitan City Korea Gas Corporation

15. 14 2003 Summer Universiade (No. of Participants ≒ 20,000) 2004 International Solar Cities Congress (No. of Prticipants ≒ 2,500) 2007 Orient & South East Asia Lions Forum and other 6 related events (No. of Participants ≒ 20,000) 2003 Summer Universiade International Solar Cities Congress 2004 2006 APEC SME Business Forum 3. Convention City, Daegu Successful Large-scale International Events Daegu, Candidate City

16. 15 Convention City, Daegu Daegu Exhibition & Convention Center (EXCO) Expansion Plan to be completed by Jul. 2011 -Plus 13,000 square meters (14 more conference rooms) completed in 2000 has served as venues for a variety of successful international events – 87,293 square meters The best practice of local renewable energy implementation - Solar photovoltaic system 222KW ANNEX 2-1. Daegu, Candidate City World-class convention infrastructure, Candidate Venue EXCO

17. 16 City Government Daegu Convention Bureau EXCO & Hotels [Venue] Daegu was designated as ‘International Conference City’ by the Korean Ministry of Culture and Tourism in November, 2005 Daegu, Candidate City 3. Convention City, Daegu

18. 17 Convention City, Daegu Convention Infrastructure /Nearby Hotels Well-prepared and warm hospitality for you. Gyeongju Hilton, Hyundai Hotel, Hotel Inter - burgo…. ANNEX 2-2. Daegu, Candidate City World-class convention infrastructure, hotels around Daegu

19. 18 4. World Heritage UNESCO-Designated World Heritages Seokguram Grotto ► Haeinsa Temple Janggyeong Panjeon (the Depositories for the Tripitaka Koreana Woodblocks) ◄ ▲ Bulguksa Temple Daegu, Candidate City * Other cultural assets are attached.

20. 19 Daegu International Opera Festival / Daegu International Musical Festival / Colorful Daegu Festival / Bongsan Fine Art Festival / Yangyeongsi Herb Medicine Festival Other Heritages Gyeongju Historic Area near Daegu is also one of the UNESCO World Heritages. The City Tour program provides an opportunity to experience the essence of Daegu. Annual Festivals The Daegu City Tour Other cultural assets for you to enjoy ANNEX 2-3. Daegu, Candidate City See more of cultural richness of Daegu

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22. 21 The Republic of Korea has a population of nearly 48 million. Since the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games, a more outward-looking Korean people have grown in stature internationally, becoming renowned for their kindness, warmth, and hospitality. Korea, Ready to Embrace the World People

23. 22 Seoul - Tradition alongside Modernity With its 6,000 years of prehistory as a settlement, the capital of Korea, Seoul, bisected by the broad and iconic Han River, is filled with ancient palaces and modern skyscrapers: testament to the eternal confidence of a great and long-lived economy. Korea, Ready to Embrace the World

24. 23 Korea, Ready to Embrace the World Samsung and LG are leaders of world digitalization with advanced technologies, competitive products, and, most valuably, outstanding human resources. Hyundai and Daewoo also have established their leading positions as global corporations. Leading Korean Conglomerates Highest Internet penetration rate in the world (2001-2005) First commercialized Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) First launched terrestrial Digital Multimedia Broadcasting (DMB) service Global Leader in ICT Easy and Convenient Access Around 30 major international airlines fly to and from Korea--with more than 850 flights per week. Korea's three main international airports are Incheon, Gimhae, and Jeju in the resort island of the same name. Incheon Airport