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Taipei mayor urges action on U.S. tariff delay impact
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an met with Premier Cho Jung-tai to discuss U.S. tariff delays. Chiang proposed strategies to protect local industries, urging collaboration and financial support to stabilize the economy.2025/04/10 17:20 -

Taiwan to partner with NASA on air quality satellite
Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment plans to work with NASA on an air quality satellite. This follows findings on complex pollution causes. Taiwan aims to enhance monitoring and play a key role in Asia.2024/11/12 11:42 -

NASA’s research aircraft in Taiwan for air quality mission
NASA’s research aircraft arrives in Taiwan for an intensive 48-hour observation mission focused on air quality in Kaohsiung and Pingtung. The mission, part of the "Seven SouthEast Asian Studies Mission" in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, aims to identify factors contributing to high pollution levels in the region.2024/03/27 15:39 -

Taiwan, NASA set up Asia Pacific AERONET Calibration Center
The Ministry of Environment (MOENV) has established the Asia Pacific AERONET Calibration and Training Center (APAC) in collaboration with NASA. The center, located at the Lulin Atmospheric Background Station, aims to improve air quality monitoring data and contribute to climate change research. The project, co-run by the EPA, CWA, and TASA, will aid regional smog control and carbon reduction strategies, as well as elevate Taiwan’s global standing. The center will enhance Taiwanese scholars’ confidence in data mastery, research quality, and expert talent, increasing Taiwan’s international competitiveness and benefiting Southeast Asian nations. The calibration center is expected to enhance international cooperation and strengthen Southeast Asian countries’ capacity to use and analyze data. The data produced by AERONET will directly or indirectly contribute to global air quality and climate change research, highlighting Taiwan’s sustainable responsibility and proactive participation in environmental monitoring.2023/11/03 21:22



