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Taiwan’s premier commits to a nuclear-free future
Discover Taiwan’s definitive move towards a nuclear-free future as the government, led by Premier Cho Jung-tai, commits to phasing out nuclear energy. This policy reflects a significant stance on the island’s energy future, emphasizing the administration’s dedication to fulfilling campaign promises and upholding democratic values.2024/05/31 13:45 -
Peng takes on environmental challenges as new minister
Discover how Peng Chi-ming, Taiwan’s new Minister of the Environment, addresses the pressures of his role and his stance on nuclear energy amid climate change challenges in his first report to the Legislative Yuan.2024/05/22 10:59 -
KMT’s Hou Yu-ih questions DPP’s energy policies
Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih raises questions about Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate Lai Ching-te’s energy policy during a policy presentation. Hou specifically probes Lai’s stance on the "nuclear-free homeland" policy and his attitude toward nuclear power generation. Hou questions Lai’s viewpoints, suggesting that if Lai believes "nuclear units cannot be stopped," it implies Taiwan’s nuclear power plants may need to extend their lifespan. Hou also criticizes Lai’s "clean coal" concept and its potential impact on the prevalence of pulmonary adenocarcinoma in Taiwan. Furthermore, Hou criticizes the DPP’s goal of "net-zero carbon emissions," arguing that even the announced 2030 target of reducing carbon emissions by 24% to 25% is unattainable and out of step with global trends.2023/12/26 17:24