Global Innovation Commons Releases Japan Earthquake Response

Date:  Fri, 2011-03-11

March 11, 2011- The Global Innovation commons released a compilation of open source innovations in response to the earthquake and tsunami which hit the Pacific Ocean.

From The Global Innovation Commons: “A magnitude 8.9 earthquake occurred near the east coast of Honshu, Japan. The earthquake produced a tsunami which struck the port city of Sendai. Japan’s television network showed a massive surge of debris-filled water sweeping away buildings, cars and ships and reaching far inland. It has been reported that the tsunami, spawned by the largest earthquake in Japan’s history, produced over 30 foot waves, sweeping away boats, cars, homes, and people. Flooding has devastated most of the Japanese north eastern coast.

A tsunami warning was also extended across the Pacific to North and South America. Coastal areas in the Philippines and other parts of the Pacific were also evacuated ahead of the tsunami’s expected arrival.

We at The Global Innovation Commons believe that open source solutions could provide assistance to the areas that have been affected by this natural disaster. As an initial step, in an effort to raise global awareness and help prevent future loss of lives, we are making available a list of all patent disclosures and open source technology which could best aid major needs in the region. We ask anyone with knowledge or experience in the field of tsunami research and flood relief to join our discussion.

In the “Flood Relief” set is technology regarding, hydroelectric power, road reconstruction, shelter and building techniques, solar power, water filtration, and potable water.

In the “Tsunami Warning Systems” set is patented tsunami warning technology with the goal of bringing attention to any open source innovation.”

To learn more about the Global Innovation Commons and view the “Japan Earthquake Response” technology sets, please link HERE