Launched on May 6, 2013, the project of idle speed monitoring and control has been executed for a year and concluded with the following major achievements: (一) Training for inspectors was introduced on June 24, 2013 in conjunction with training program for noise control project at the environment authorities’ offices in both Sinying and East Districts. Some 41 inspectors were trained to familiarize with monitoring device and management guidelines and actions, while taking part in discussion on actual inspection practices. (二) Four Infrared thermal imaging machines were provided for environment monitoring officials. (三) A total of 809 vehicles at idle speed were admonished during the project span. (四) Advisory signs were installed in 101 spots, 50 of which are gas stations, 21 are kindergartens, and 30 childcare and cram schools. In total, 102 signs were installed. (五) Tickers promoting the project have been displayed in 30 businesses, schools, and cram schools. They were also filmed or taped. (六) Websites dedicated to the project have been created to provide updates on weather forecast and news on a monthly basis. (七) In June, October, November, 2013 and February, March, April, 2014, one news report was released monthly. A promotion advertisement was published through print media on November 30, 2013. (八) Autonomous management was strongly encouraged. Yizai and Syuejia Elementary Schools were chosen as model schools for project execution, with advisory signs, large-scale press conferences, anti-idle-speed promotion volunteers as well as other monitoring and control tasks corresponding to such project. Parents and citizens have been able to comply with the rule by switching off the engine when having their vehicle pulled over for the safety of their children. On April 16, 2014, a group of new volunteers underwent training in idle speed monitoring and control. (九) Large-scale events: A large press conference was held on November 29, 2013 in accordance with the idle speed control policy on campus, featuring short drama plays performed by Yizai Elementary School students. The little volunteers were also exposed in front of the media with advisory signs posted by schools that pursue zero idle speed. The event won enormous media coverage and enlightened the public with the benefits of cutting back on idle speed, thus facilitating children’s health. (十) Small-scale event: The 2014 Hakka LOHAS Life event was held on February 15, 2014 at the Tainan Cultural Center, where there was a stand for promoting the project. On April 4, a stand was set up at an outdoor creative sketch event held at Super Water resort in front of Yong-kang Incinerator to advocate the project. (十一) Average idle speed survey: The average time of all vehicles idling is 7.3 minutes. Vehicles at idle speed are most seen at major traffic terminals, which accounts for 6.9% of total violations and occurs especially at high speed rail stations. (十二) Violation and fines: An citizen's vehicle was issued a ticket by our inspection squad (affiliated with the City’s Dept. of Environment) based in East District for idle speed on Bei-men Road on February 6, 2014. On March 13 and 14, 2014, one vehicle was given a ticket two days in a row for the same violation. Three tickets in total in violation of the policy were issued. (十三) Further recommendations beyond the current project: 1. Reinforced monitoring despite heat It seems logical to have a car stay idle and enjoy air conditioning inside when it is scorching outside. But it takes extra monitoring and supervision in this condition so that people don’t get out of control and not show any respect for the policy. 2. Location-specific inspection Certain spots and time frames are particularly prone to vehicles at idle speed and require particular attention from inspectors, e.g. designated pick-up zones at high speed rail stations and parking for trucks and trailers especially at noon. Special arrangements are advised to be made. 3. Promotion of zero idle speed It would be highly efficient to promote low-carbon urban planning with the assistance by education officials with advertising zero idle speed on campus and more reinforced control and further training and education.

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