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Premier Cho confident in stable Taiwan political climate
Premier Cho Jung-tai assures stability between Taiwan’s Legislative and Executive Yuan despite a court ruling on legislative powers. He emphasizes adherence to constitutional principles to maintain political stability.2024/10/29 11:25 -
Taiwan’s heat wave impacts vulnerable groups
Discover how Taiwan’s minority communities face the brunt of extreme summer heat, highlighting an environmental justice issue. Learn about the rise in heat injuries and the urgent need for urban cooling policies.2024/08/20 16:35 -
Survey: 90% feel pinch of weather-driven price hikes
Discover how extreme weather events have driven up fruit and vegetable prices in recent years, according to a Greenpeace report. Learn about the impact on consumers and the call for government action.2024/08/14 11:40 -
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 -
Kaohsiung mayor urges talent focus for net-zero goals
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai emphasized the importance of talent in driving the net-zero transition at a post-COP28 event at National Sun Yat-sen University. Chen shared his experiences from COP28 and called on businesses to display greater ambition in adopting sustainable energy practices. He urged local governments to stay informed about global trends and COP28 outcomes to develop appropriate policies and collaborate with industries. COP28 recently conducted its first global stocktake since the Paris Climate Agreement, establishing new carbon reduction goals for the post-2030 period. The Kaohsiung City Government’s Environmental Protection Bureau played a leading role in participating in COP28, engaging in discussions on renewable energy and energy efficiency. Chen encouraged businesses to explore alternative solutions such as hydrogen energy and consider a broader range of clean energy applications, including Taiwan’s carbon solution exchange projects.2023/12/20 18:59 -
Taiwan’s NYMCU joins forces with ACC for climate club
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.2023/12/12 19:47 -
Taiwan’s e-scooter company faces battery compatibility issue
Learn about Taiwan’s commitment to achieving 100% electric scooter sales by 2040 in the fight against climate change. Discover the transportation policies of presidential candidates and the challenges faced in the e-scooter market.2023/11/08 18:13 -
Taiwan reaffirms commitment to net-zero emissions goal
The 2023 Earth Solutions event concluded successfully on April 23, with Taiwanese government officials and international businesses coming together to discuss environmentally-friendly policies that can make the Earth more sustainable and healthier.2023/05/03 17:34