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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 -
Taiwan firm on plastic reduction despite U.S. shift
Environmental groups express concern as Trump plans to reinstate plastic straws in the U.S. Taiwan’s environment minister assures no policy shift, maintaining plastic reduction efforts.2025/02/10 15:00 -
Environment ministry defends new hotel toiletry policy
Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment allows hotels to offer larger shampoo containers despite a ban on disposable amenities. The policy aims to reduce plastic waste.2025/01/14 14:28 -
Taiwan aims for circular economy with recycling fee policy
Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment has launched a new initiative to reduce plastic use with recycling fee discounts, aiming for a circular economy and ambitious reduction goals by 2030.2025/01/07 16:45 -
Tourism sector to align with global sustainability goals
Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment announces new regulations to cut plastic waste in tourism. Starting Jan. 1, 2025, hotels must use large toiletry bottles.2024/12/24 14:18 -
Taiwan faces hurdles in reducing plastic use, says minister
Taiwan’s Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming highlights challenges in reducing plastic use in markets and retail. Efforts focus on consumer habits and biodegradable alternatives.2024/11/12 10:48 -
Taiwan’s waste crisis worsens with over 100 trash mountains
Taiwan struggles with a waste crisis, facing over 100 "garbage mountains." Despite efforts, waste production hit 12 million metric tons in 2023. Recycling rates are disputed, and Greenpeace calls for stronger waste reduction measures.2024/11/04 15:06 -
Ministry aims to cut plastic bag use by 20% across Taiwan
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment aims to cut plastic bag use by 20% through a new initiative in 47 markets, encouraging the use of eco-friendly bags and reducing plastic waste.2024/07/02 17:00