| The name of Kobe Steel's energy museum in Kobe has been decided. To date, the facility has been provisionally called the Energy
Shiryokan. However, when this resource center opens its doors in April 2004, it will be known as the Nadahama Science Square. Through interactive displays, visitors of all ages will be able to learn about steel, power generation, energy, and the environment. Kobe Steel held a contest in August and September and selected Nadahama Science Square as the winning name. The Nadahama Science Square is based on the four areas of steel, power generation, energy, and the environment. Conceptually speaking, the themes form the four corners of a square, a place that brings people together. Visitors will be able explore the themes through hands-on displays while experiencing the fascination and wonders of science and technology. Outside, greenery and a biotope will surround the facility, providing a pleasing place to stroll and relax. The Nadahama Science Square is one of several community facilities that arose from Kobe Steel's independent power producer (IPP) business. In April 2004, the Shinko Kobe Power Station will be fully operational with the capacity to generate 1.4 million kilowatts of electricity for outside sale.
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