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Taiwan High Speed Rail ranks 5th in global sustainability
Taiwan High Speed Rail ranks 5th in the 2026 Global 100 most sustainable corporations, highlighting its commitment to sustainability. The company leads in low-carbon initiatives and plans to introduce next-gen trains in August.
2026/01/22 18:00
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Tainan invests NT$250M in electric vehicle chargers
Tainan City is advancing its net-zero goals by installing electric vehicle charging stations across 37 districts. The initiative includes 90 stations with fast and slow chargers, enhancing urban mobility.
2025/12/17 14:00
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Super-aged New Taipei: Elderly population reaches 800,000
New Taipei City becomes a super-aged society with 20% elderly residents. The city supports seniors through "Silver Hair Clubs," dementia-friendly initiatives, and sustainable health practices.
2025/12/06 16:00
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STUF United Fund unveils pavilion at COP30 in Belém
STUF United Fund Inc. unveils its "Sustainability in Action" pavilion at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, highlighting Asia’s role in global sustainability. Open until Nov. 21.
2025/11/10 14:44
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China Airlines to use SAF on LA-Taipei flights this month
China Airlines will use Sustainable Aviation Fuel on Los Angeles-Taipei flights starting Nov. 2025, reducing carbon emissions by 12,200 tons. Partnering with Neste, the airline aims to enhance sustainability efforts.
2025/11/05 17:37
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Social enterprises demonstrate sustainable food solutions
Taiwan entrepreneurs showcased agricultural and food innovations at the Social Enterprise World Forum, featuring AgriWeather’s climate solutions for farmers and Fish Bar’s sustainable seafood initiatives. The forum highlighted how local businesses balance environmental protection with economic viability.
2025/11/04 17:19
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Retailer targets food waste through sustainability push
Food waste reduction has become a critical environmental priority for Asian retailers pursuing sustainable business practices. Carrefour Taiwan launched its transformation plan in 2018, establishing an Impact Store program that targets significant food waste reduction while supporting local economies and social enterprises across the island through market transparency initiatives.
2025/11/03 16:59
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Taiwan announces NT$50 billion plan to redesign bank notes
Taiwan’s central bank plans to redesign New Taiwan dollar banknotes by 2028, costing NT$5 each. The move aims to enhance security and sustainability.
2025/10/28 17:14
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FSC pushes net-zero with new sustainable finance project
The Cathay Sustainable Finance and Climate Change Summit in Taipei attracted over 5,000 participants from 700 companies. The event focused on the FSC’s initiatives to support net-zero transitions, featuring tools like financial fund allocation and ESG platforms.
2025/07/09 19:00
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Taiwan orders hospitals to conduct carbon audits by year-end
Taiwan’s medical centers must complete carbon audits by year-end, with results disclosed from 2026, per the Climate Change Response Act. The Green Healthcare Forum highlighted sustainable initiatives and government support for hospitals to reduce emissions.
2025/04/19 08:00
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Taiwan High Speed Rail’s sustainable initiatives take off
Taiwan High Speed Rail launches eco-friendly initiatives, reducing plastic waste by 67 metric tons annually. New measures include recyclable materials and energy-efficient upgrades.
2025/03/06 17:12
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Taiwan High Speed Rail ranks fifth in global sustainability
Taiwan High Speed Rail Corp. ranks fifth in global sustainability, leading in low-carbon initiatives and environmental protection. Discover their green strategies.
2025/01/23 11:00
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ESG experts promote sustainability initiatives at CUHK event
The Chinese University of Hong Kong hosted a workshop on ESG principles, uniting over 120 professionals. Experts discussed innovation, transparency, and the role of technology in sustainability.
2025/01/09 16:52
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Taiwan’s environment minister warns of budget impacts
Environmental Minister Peng Chi-ming warns that Taiwan’s fiscal law changes could impact waste management and net-zero goals. Budget cuts may affect local government funding and hinder environmental initiatives.
2024/12/24 11:55
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Environment minister urges reduction in delivery waste
The Ministry of Environment in Taipei met with food delivery platforms and chain restaurants to address packaging waste. They discussed recycling, reusable containers, and corporate responsibility.
2024/10/29 20:00
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Taiwan aims for 30% green energy by 2030, says premier
Premier Cho Jung-tai announced plans to boost geothermal and renewable energy, aiming for a 30% green energy share by 2030. The government will review electricity demand and combat illegal activities in the sector.
2024/10/29 12:03
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Agriculture ministry unveils forest, bamboo initiatives
Taiwan’s Ministry of Agriculture announces two new carbon sequestration projects to enhance carbon absorption. These initiatives aim to support Taiwan’s net-zero emissions goal by 2050.
2024/10/29 10:23
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Taiwan to invest NT$900 billion in green energy by 2030
Discover Taiwan’s ambitious NT$900 billion investment plan to boost green energy and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, as announced by Premier Cho Jung-tai. Learn about the strategies and initiatives aimed at enhancing sustainability and combating climate change.
2024/08/22 13:51
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Lai highlights innovation at upcoming JCI World Congress
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te emphasizes the 2024 Junior Chamber International World Congress in Taiwan as a pivotal event for global leaders to drive technological innovation and sustainability.
2024/07/18 17:37
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Taiwan education ministry to offset higher power rates
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of Education plans to support universities and colleges with electricity costs amid Taipower’s cancellation of price concessions. Learn about sustainable campus initiatives.
2024/06/26 10:15
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President Lai champions peace, tourism growth at Taipei expo
Discover how President Lai Ching-te is promoting peace across the Taiwan Strait and advancing Taiwan’s tourism sector, including digital initiatives and global AI development, at the Taipei Tourism Exposition.
2024/05/31 14:10
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President Lai’s administration focuses on energy transition
Discover how Taiwan is advancing toward a nuclear-free future, as the government commits to phasing out nuclear power and enhancing green energy initiatives. Learn about the decommissioning of the Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant’s No. 1 reactor and the steps being taken to ensure a stable power supply amidst this significant energy transition.
2024/05/23 18:16
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Premier Chen visits Taiwan’s first offshore wind farm
Discover how Taiwan is leading in green energy with Premier Chen Chien-jen’s visit to Formosa 1, the nation’s first offshore wind farm, emphasizing offshore wind power and the goal for net-zero emissions by 2050.
2024/05/07 15:35
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China urges G20 unity for global economic growth
Ambassador Dai Bing of the Permanent Mission of the People’s Republic of China to the UN outlined China’s proposals at the G20 meeting, emphasizing global economic growth, Belt and Road Initiative participation, and cooperation for sustainable development.
2024/03/13 19:18
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Taiwanese unaware of carbon reduction policies: survey
Eugene Chien, president of the Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy, discusses the challenges and opportunities of Taiwan’s planned carbon fee by 2025, aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Insights from a recent survey show public unawareness and dissatisfaction with current climate change efforts, stressing the need for alignment with global carbon taxation trends and the integration of AI with ESG initiatives.
2024/02/01 15:52