@article{(Open Science Index):https://publications.waset.org/pdf/5101, title = {Current Trends in Eco-Friendly Reconstruction after the Great East Japan Earthquake}, author = {Ayaka Kamiyama and Akihiro Iijima}, country = {}, institution = {}, abstract = {On March 11, 2011, the East coast of Japan was hit by one of the strongest earthquakes in history, followed by a devastating tsunami. Although most lifelines, infrastructure, and public facilities have been restored gradually, recovery efforts in terms of disposal of disaster waste and revival of primary industry are lagging. This study presents a summary of the damage inflicted by the earthquake and the current status of reconstruction in the disaster area. Moreover, we discuss the current trends and future perspectives on recently implemented eco-friendly reconstruction projects and focus on the pro-environmental behavior of disaster victims which is emerging as a result of the energy shortage after the earthquake. Finally, we offer ideas for initiatives for the next stage of the reconstruction policies.}, journal = {International Journal of Geological and Environmental Engineering}, volume = {6}, number = {12}, year = {2012}, pages = {792 - 795}, ee = {https://publications.waset.org/pdf/5101}, url = {https://publications.waset.org/vol/72}, bibsource = {https://publications.waset.org/}, issn = {eISSN: 1307-6892}, publisher = {World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology}, index = {Open Science Index 72, 2012}, }