environmental sustainability 結果共24筆

Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming announced Taiwan’s plan for carbon pricing to boost green growth. A NT$10 billion Green Growth Fund will support net-zero goals.

Discover Taiwan’s latest steps toward environmental sustainability as the Ministry of Environment proposes carbon fee rates, targeting major industrial emitters. Learn about the phased increase plan and incentives for emission reduction.

Discover how the Taipei City Police Department’s shift to electric scooters, aiming for environmental sustainability, faces challenges like ＂range anxiety＂ and maintenance issues, despite growing its fleet.

Discover how Taiwan plans to upgrade public buildings for first-class energy efficiency by 2050, aiming for net-zero emissions. Learn about the MOI’s initiatives, including solar panels in national parks.

Kimberley Chen launches new album ＂kiki,＂ promoting vegetarianism and eco-friendly life. She plans intimate concerts to connect with fans.

Discover how New Taipei City is leading in urban sustainability, sharing its climate action strategies at the ICLEI conference in Brazil and transforming Shoude Park into an ecological haven.

Discover how Taiwan is tackling pollution with a new campaign launched on World Environment Day, urging responsible disposal of cigarette butts to protect the environment and public health.

Explore how Taiwanese breweries are innovating by turning spent grain, a byproduct of beer production, into valuable, eco-friendly resources, pushing the industry towards greater sustainability.

Foxconn Technology Group achieves a significant milestone in environmental sustainability by receiving approval from the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) for its net-zero emissions goal, making it a leader in Taiwan’s high-tech hardware industry. This commitment aligns with the Paris Agreement, aiming to limit global warming to 1.5˚C by reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050.

Jonathan Hall of Kantar discusses steps for addressing climate change and the role of AI in achieving Taiwan’s 2050 net-zero target at the Earth Solutions 2024 conference.

Discover how Intel’s collaboration with Taiwanese system integrators is leveraging AI and sustainability to transform urban management and infrastructure, aiming for a smarter and greener future.

Discover insights from the 11th Smart City Summit and Expo in Taiwan, where global experts gather to explore innovative solutions for sustainability and collaboration in smart city development.

Discover how Taipei’s YouBike expansion aims to revolutionize urban mobility, offering free rides and bolstering sustainability goals. Mayor unveils ambitious plans for the city’s transportation future.

Experience the enchanting ＂Sparkling Taoyuan＂ Lantern Festival in Nanchang City Park and Hutoushan Innovation Hub. Witness a unique fusion of light sculpture, music, ancient elements, and vibrant performances from Feb. 21 to March 3, 2024.

The Kuomintang (KMT) responds to proposals from the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) regarding future operations in the new legislature, promising to respect the opinions of the Legislative Yuan party groups. As the majority in parliament, the KMT pledges to provide vigorous oversight and advance the issues agreed upon in the cross-party meeting with the TPP on October 30th last year. Agreed matters include peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, resumption of cross-strait dialogue, environmental sustainability, national security, public health, and strengthening the legislature’s function under the existing constitutional system. The KMT emphasizes its unchanged vision for Taiwan’s future development. Additionally, they plan to scrutinize issues such as the controversy over the purchase contracts of the Medigen COVID-19 vaccine by the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) government. The KMT welcomes those with similar political ideals to join in preventing authoritarian one-party rule and ensuring democracy aligns with the public’s wishes.

The Ministry of Environment (MOENW) has recognized 59 Taiwanese and American eco-friendly schools for their successful integration of environmental education practices. This year’s tally of green flag certifications, which signify a long-term commitment to sustainability, is the highest on record. Taoyuan had the most certified schools with six. The green flag certificates symbolize the extensive efforts and dedication to fostering sustainable principles and active engagement within the school environment. The ＂Taiwan-American Eco-School Partnership Program,＂ jointly promoted by the MOENW and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) since 2014, aims to cultivate student autonomy in participating in environmental protection discussions and decision-making. The Ministry of Education (MOE) joined the effort in 2021. The MOENW is dedicated to aligning Taiwan’s eco-friendly schools with global standards and increasing the number of schools participating in eco-friendly programs.

Kaohsiung City Government’s Finance Bureau has become the first in Taiwan to be granted the qualification to issue green bonds, with a total amount of NT＄2 billion. This move is expected to save on interest payments and enact sustainable environmental practices without increasing the city’s debt. The green bonds will fund green investment projects, encompassing renewable energy development, enhanced energy efficiency, and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. These bonds, totaling NT＄2 billion, will utilize their low, fixed interest rates to replace existing higher-interest bank loans, ensuring resources are invested in low-carbon construction. Under Mayor Chen Chi-mai’s leadership, the city has reduced its debt by NT＄10.6 billion by the end of 2022, surpassing the goal of a NT＄10 billion reduction. Kaohsiung aims to continue strengthening its financial and environmental sustainability and implement comprehensive net-zero policies as it works toward a 2050 net-zero goal.

National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYMCU) has partnered with the American Climate Club (ACC) to establish the American Taiwan Climate Club. This collaboration aims to contribute to the global net-zero carbon emissions target by 2050. The two institutions have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to develop international carbon standards and propose a white paper on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies. NYMCU is committed to raising global citizens with sustainability awareness and plans to integrate the 17 Sustainable Development Goals into its academics and research. The partnership also has the potential to pave the way for Taiwan’s engagement in international carbon trading and promote green economic growth. The American Climate Club, registered in Texas, collaborates with government agencies, carbon reduction technology firms, carbon quality monitoring, carbon asset services, and climate and carbon finance funds. The newly formed American Taiwan Climate Club will focus on climate education, international cooperation, carbon project investment, carbon advisory services, and policy research to strengthen climate protection efforts.

Discover how Taiwan’s textile industry is embracing sustainability, tackling challenges in recycling clothes and combating greenwashing while innovating with PET bottle recycling and textile sustainability.

Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) vice-presidential candidate Cynthia Wu clarifies that her upcoming trip abroad to participate in the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 28) was planned since October, refuting claims that it was an attempt to avoid controversy surrounding her nationality. Wu, who is the convener for the health and environmental committee, emphasizes that the conference is part of her pre-determined schedule and highlights her dedication to sustainability. She hopes to represent Taiwan and foster international collaboration during COP 28.

Kuomintang (KMT) presidential hopeful Hou Yu-ih unveiled his energy policy on Wednesday (Aug. 9), outlining four goals aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2050: environmental sustainability, national security, public health, and a sustainable transition.

According to a study by the environmental advocacy group RE-THINK, 60% of Taiwanese are skeptical about the cleanliness of store-provided reusable cups.

As Taiwan aims to reduce plastic usage and promote environmental awareness, many drink shops are now turning to paper cups in response to the government’s ban on single-use plastic cups. 

Sustainable development has become a global trend. Corporations worldwide have set up departments dedicated to environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) and they are looking to comply with the framework.