U.s. Department of Energy Oak Ridge Operations Field Work Proposal, Title: Power Systems Technology

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12-87) OAK RIDGE OPERATIONS FIELD WORK PROPOSAL 7 0 7 5 6 3 PROGRAM: AK - ELECTRIC ENERGY SYSTEMS 1 WORK PROPOSAL NO 12.REVISION NO 13 DATE PREPARED I PATENTSTATUS6. WORK PROPOSAL TERM publiCdllon shall be made without prior approval ofthe Assistant General Counsel f o r Patents, DOE. 9. OPERATIONS OFFICE WORK 12. OPERATIONS OFFICE: 15. DOE ORGANIZATION 7. Is This Work Proposal included In the PROPOSAL REVIEWER: CODE: ON 36 Oak Ridge Operations Courville, George E . 624- 1945 Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831 0 CONTRACTOR WORK PROPOSAL PRINCIPAL 13. CONTRACTOR NAME: 16. DOE CONTRACTOR INVESTIGATOR(S)/MANAGER: CODE: 4 1Martin Marietta Energy Systems, Inc. Oak Ridge National Laboratory 17 WORK PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION (Approach, anticipaled benefits in 200 words or less) The details o f the National EMF Program coordinated by DOE are being defined through a series of workshops which began in Fall, 1992. shape, program requirements are changing, and consequently, the role of Oak Ridge National Laboratory in supporting this program is also changing. This FWP revision describes ORNL responsibilities and funding requirements for enhancement of the EMF effects research program and implementation of the National EMF Program. A s this national effort takes 18 CONTRACTOR WORK PROPOSAL MANAGER (Name and FTS No ) TASK A: ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELD EFFECTS 19 OPERATIONS OFFICE REVIEW OFFICIAL O R N L proposes to work with the Office of Energy Management to develop, manage, and conduct the DOE Electric and Magnetic Field Effects (EMF) program. This program is expanding as DOE fills the lead agency role in the now developing National EMF Program. The expanded program will include communications and engineering elements in addition to an enhanced science research element. ORNL will assist DOE in coordinating research activities with other government agencies and industry program to insure effective use of resources and the quickest path to answer pressins Cooperation among major stakeholders will be a key focus o f the questions about health and safety issues.

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WORK PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING/EQUIPMENT OBLIGATIONS AND COST 1 WORK PROPOSAL TITLE 1 . Establish advisory committee for research on electro - magnetic field effects. ?. Complete draft report of the University of North Carolina revised wire configuration 3 . Prepare draft Yearly

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WORK PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING/EQUIPMENT OBLIGATIONS AND COST PROGRAM: AK - ELECTRIC ENERGY SYSTEMS ;ONTRACTOR NAME I WORK PROPOSAL TITLE NERGY SYSTEMS, INC. Power Systems Technology 'WORK PROPOSAL NO. REVISION NO. DATEPREPARED The initial FWP dated April 15, 1992 described a comprehensive program including communications and engineering activities to meet the requirements of the National EMF Program. Rather than proceed with this earlier plan, DOE has decided to conduct topical workshops to obtain broad-based input for organizing these activities.This revised FWP describes enhancements tothe existing EMF science program such as a technical advisory panel and consultant teams. These improvements will assist in meeting the program objectives of answering questions about health effects from EMF. The Department o f Energy has been assigned the role of lead agency for the National EMF Program. In this role,the Department is responsible for coordinating federally funded research and working with state and private funding agencies t o form a unified and effective national program. Increased public attention to the question of possible health effects has added the need for positive,interactive communication with the public concerning ongoing research programs and the present state of knowledge. To address these issues, DOE sponsored a series of workshops to help establish priorities and approaches for the expanded program. The results of these workshops have provided a preliminary basis for initiation of DOE'S increased role. ORNL will assist DOE in guiding the present program into the new national program. FY92 program elements will be aimed a t enhancing the current science program. Positive steps will be taken to strengthen cooperation with other federal agencies, state governments, and ORNL is a core laboratory for the DOE OEM research programs. As a principal field operation for the OEM EMF research program, the PSTP a t ORNL implements and manages research projects both in-house, and in universities,industry and other federal1ab oratories through subcontracts,through Cooperative Research and Devel opement Agreements (CRADAs) and inter agency agreements.

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2 - 8 7 ) WORK PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATlNGlEQUlPMENT OBLIGATIONS AND COST PROGRAM: AK - ELECTRIC ENERGY SYSTEMS ONTRACTOR NAME: I WORK PROPOSAL TITLE: Power Systems Technology MARTIN M ARImA WORK PROPOSAL NO, IREVISION NO. [DATE PREPARED There are several guidance documents to direct the work program along an effective and efficient path. First is the Field Work Proposal which provides broad budget guidance, defines the mission, and establishes a framework for operation of the PSTP. A second document, the Management Plan, describes the manner in which DOE Oak Ridge Operations (ORO) and ORNL will managege projects; identifies the ORNL research and development mission; and defines the organizational interfaces and responsibilities of the DOE HQ programs, DOE ORO, and O R N L . A third document, the Annual Operation Plan, is the primary document for guiding the activities of the PSTP on a day-to-day basis. The AOP identifies specific projects to be carried out and contains t h e details of t h e program. Planning and implementation of the program will be guided by the national EMF strategy as it is developed by DOE. ORNL will support DOE in implementing and managing a science program consistent with the national EMF plan now under development. Because scientific research serves as the basis for the overall program, ORNL will assist in strengthening and expanding the present core science program. Input from expert review teams and ORNL research staff will be used t o assist the DOE program manager in establishing and carrying out research priorities. Scientific findings from this and other research programs will be used to assess research progress yearly. Answering questions about the safety o f environmental power frequency field exposures requires a comprehensive technical program along with enhanced communications among major stakeholders. ORNL assists the DOE program manager/OEM management in developing the basis for effective research strategies, planning the program, conducting research, and providing quality assurance. These efforts are coordinated with other national laboratories through site visits, technical meetings, and cooperative activities. Requests for Proposals will be used for competitive contracting of research activities. The initial tasks described below will be updated as the national EMF strategy develops.

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WORK PROPOSAL TITLE: 'WORK PROPOSAL NO. REVISION NO. DATEPREPARED Power Systems Technology ORNL conducts research to determine the biological effects of power frequency electric and magnetic fields on humans and animals, biological tissues, cells, and DNA. Research is organized into three major categories including abnormal cell growth, neuro physiological effects, and reproductive effects. The fundamental goal i n each case isto determine the nature and extent of biological effects and the mechanisms through which they occur so that health and safety questions can be scientifically addressed. ORNL Program Management - The ORNL Program Manager assists the DOE Program Manager/OEM management in developing and implementing an effective science research program. Such assistance includes coordination with other national laboratories and research organizations, RFP's, contract management, quality control through site visits and evaluations,technical meetings, and program Support Subcontracts - ORNL subcontracts with W/L Associates and ERM for technical meetings logistics,site visits and experimental design evaluation. Behavioral Effects Study - A research study at the University of Rochester i s evaluating the possibility of behavioral effects from exposure tolow - level electric and magnetic fields.Positive results, such as those reported by other investigators, would indicate an important neuro physiological effect. Genetic Effects Study - ORNL is supporting research a t Hunter College t o study altered RNA transcription rates in cells. These effects have been reported for several years, and the current study is investigating possible mechanisms through which the effects occur. This study falls under the reproductive effects category. Wiring Code Study - Researchers at the University of North Carolina at ChapeJ Hill are investigating wiring code correlations with biological effects as reported in past epidemiological studies. New wiring codes which more accurately predict actual field exposures are being used t o re-examine Conference Support - ORNL will provide partial funding for the the First World Congress on Electricity and Magnetism in Biology. New Research Areas - RFPs will be released to solicit research in the area of 60 Hz field effects. Candidate research topics such as melatonin effects in mammals are being considered.

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WORK PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING/EQUIPMENT OBLIGATIONS AND COST PROGRAM: AK - ELECTRIC ENERGY SYSTEMS :ONTRACTOR NAME: I WORK PROPOSAL TITLE. MARTIN MARIETTA Power Systems Technology WORK PROPOSAL NO. IREVISION NO. IDATE PREPARED New components ofthe ORNL EMF Program designed to help meet the goals of the National EMF Program are1isted below: Technical Advisory Panel - This panel is specified in ORNL's charter and is necessary to enhance the credibility of the DOE EMF research program. The panel will serve an ongoing function of assisting in defining research needs and providing program review. Consultant Teams - Site Visits - These consultants are experts in the biological research techniques used for EMF experiments, but do not necessarily work inthe EMF area. We are currently conducting site visits and reviews, butin many cases the biological research techniques are on the cutting edge of science and can only be adequately assessed by experts in the particular area. EPRI,for example, employed six such specialists in a recent program review at Midwest Research Institute.le attended this EPR I meeting and will increase our collaboration with them as both programs sc ien ti fic Workshops (e.g. Gene Transcription) - An ongoing series of workshops are needed to in sure that researchers are aware of the techniques and methods used by others in the field. The EPR I melatonin workshop t o be held this July is an example. We will include EPR I and other researchers in the field. Support to States (e.9. EMF database, Information exchange) - Work with CRCPD has revealed that the state agencies need federal support in the EMF area. The states are very interested in having access t o DOE and other agency research results.This technical data serves as an information resource that these agencies can use t o assess EMF issues. Gordon Conference Support - Chuck Rafferty is the chairman for an upcoming Gordon Conference on electric and magnetic field transduction methods in animals. Support i s needed for this meeting which relevant to

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WORK PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING/EQUIPMENT OBLIGATIONS AND COST PROGRAM: AK - ELECTRIC ENERGY SYSTEMS WORK PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING/EQUIPMENT OBLIGATIONS AND COST PROGRAM: AK - ELECTRIC ENERGY SYSTEMS WORK PROPOSAL TITLE: Power Systems Techno1 ogy REVISION NO. DATEPREPAREDWORK PROPOSAL NO. 6. Scientific coordination and communications activities: - The following items are necessary to maintain efficiency and communications within the EMF biological reseach community. A newsletter, for example, will be a useful vehicle for communicating the shift in emphasis from basic research t o a combination o f basic and directed research. Federal Research Summary Research reports (rep1 ication, subject reviews, etc.) (1) OBLIGATIONS FOR OPERATING EXPENSES - Budget Authority (B/A) Less: Uncosted Balance ( - 1 a t 9 / 3 0 4 79 69 1 703 Plus: Comnitments for Continued Operations 36 39 40 TOTAL OBLIGATION - CHANGE 1290 1,350 1,441 (2) CAPITAL EQUIPMENT COSTS AND OBLIGATIONS - None

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ENERGY SYSTEMS, INC. WORK PROPOSAL TITLE: WORK PROPOSAL NO. REVISION NO. DATE PREPARED Power Systems Techno1 ogy I(3) DESCRIPTION, JUSTIFICATION, AND COSTS OF MAJOR MATERIALS, SUBCONTRACTS, TECHNICAL SERVICES, COMPUTER AND PROGRAMMING, MINOR EQUIPMENT ITEMS ($5,000 or less) BUDGETED AS OPERATING EXPENSE, AND WASTE MANAGMENT SERVICES COST Description and Justification (a) Major procurement & fabrication Experimental Design Analysis (ERM) Wiring Code Analysis (UNCI Support f o r State Agencies Site Visit Teams Technical Advisory Panel

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1. WORK PROPOSAL NO. 2. REVISION NO. 3 . DATE PREPARED PROPOSAL REVIEWER: CODE: ON (626-0136) Oak Rldge OperationsR iner, Gary L. IO.CONTRACTOR WORK PROPOSAL PRINCIPAL 13. CONTRACTOR NAME: 16. DOE CONTRACTOR Gail ey, Paul C . 624-0419 Martin Marietta Energy Systems, Inc. Co urville, George E . 624-1945 Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831 624 - 5 198 Oak Ridge National Laboratory 4. WORK PROPOSAL TITLE: Power Systems Technology 17. WORK PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION (Approach, anticipated benefits in 200 words or less) The details of the National EMF Program coordinated by DOE are being defined through a series of workshops which began in Fall, 1992. As this national effort takes shape, program requirements are changing, and consequently,the role of Oak Ridge National Laboratory in supporting this program is also changing. This FWP revision describes ORNL responsibilities and funding requirements for enhancement ofthe EMF effects research program and implementation of the National EMF Program. 5. BUDGET AND REPORTING CODE TASK A : ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELD EFFECTS 6. WORK PROPOSAL TERM PATENTSTATUS 1'1 sw3Do sai IS necns !.ansmltted In aavance o i patent revlew publxdtlon snail be made without prior approval 01the Asststant General Counsel f o r Patents, DOE. Begin. 10-01-88 End: OPEN ORNL proposes t o work with the Office of Energy Management t o develop, manage, and conduct the DOE Electric and Magnetic Field Effects (EMF) program. This program i s expanding as DOE fills the lead agency role in the now developing National EMF Program. The expanded program will include communications and engineering elements in addition to an enhanced science research element. ORNL will assist DOE i n coordinating research activities with other government agencies and industry program to in sure effective use o f resources and the quickest path to answer press in s questions about health and safety issues. Cooperation among major stakeholders will be a key focus of the 7. Is This Work Proposal Included in the 18. CONTRACTOR WORK PROPOSAL MANAGER: (Name and FTS No.) 19. OPERATIONS OFFICE REVIEW OFFICIAL Page FWP Page 1 of 8

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12-87) WORK PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING/EQUIPMENT OBLIGATIONS AND COST PROGRAM: AK - ELECTRIC ENERGY SYSTEMS :O NTRACTOR NAME: WORK PROPOSAL TITLE: Power Systems Technology 1. Establish advisory committee for research on electro - magnetic field effects. 2. Complete draft report of the University of North Carolina revised wire configuration 2) MATERIALS AND SERVICES ........... 3 . Prepare draft Yearly

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WORK PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATlNGlEQUlPMENT OBLIGATIONS AND COST PROGRAM: AK - ELECTRIC ENERGY SYSTEMS :ONTRACTOR NAME, I WORK PROPOSAL TITLE. MARIETTA Power Systems Technology WORK PROPOSAL NO. IREVISION NO. /DATE PREPARED The initial FWP dated April 1 5 , 1992 described a comprehensive program including communications and engineering activities to meet the requirements of the National EMF Program. Rather than proceed with this earlier plan, DOE has decided to conduct topical workshops to obtain broad-based input for organizing these activities. This revised FWP describes enhancements to the existing EMF science program such as a technical advisory panel and consultant teams. These improvements will assist in meeting the program objectives o f answering questions about health effects from EMF. The Department of Energy has been assigned the role of lead agency for the National EMF Program. In this role, the Department is responsible for coordinating federally funded research and working with …