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Taipower sees spike in summer bill complaints, up 274%
Discover how Taiwan’s record-high summer temperatures led to a 274% spike in electricity bill complaints and learn energy-saving tips from Taipower to manage costs.
2024/09/09 13:56
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Lawyer in Taiwan advocates for carbon neutrality among SMEs
Peter Dernbach of Winkler Partners, Taiwan’s only law firm using 100% green electricity, shares insights on ESG practices, including reducing energy consumption by 40% and building a rooftop garden.
2024/09/08 08:00
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Taiwan’s CPI rises for fourth month, hitting 2.36% in August
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s economy: August’s Consumer Price Index rose by 2.36%, marking the fourth month of inflation above 2%. Factors include higher rents and dining costs, offset by lower egg and fuel prices. A trend toward stability is expected.
2024/09/06 17:20
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New wind farm to power 300,000 Taiwan homes
Discover how the Zhongneng Offshore Wind Farm marks a significant step for Taiwan’s renewable energy goals, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050 with over 1.1 billion kWh generated annually.
2024/09/05 10:13
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Taipower seeks NT$200B in subsidies amid financial strain
Discover how Taiwan Power Company plans to stabilize its finances with a NT$100 billion subsidy and the potential impact on electricity prices. Learn about the challenges and future considerations in our detailed report.
2024/09/04 21:00
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Taiwan’s MOE launches LED light swap to boost recycling
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment promotes eco-friendly lighting by encouraging the recycling of old light tubes and bulbs for LED alternatives from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31. Learn about the environmental benefits, potential savings, and how to participate in the prize draw.
2024/08/28 09:56
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Taiwan sees 41% growth in green electricity trades in 2024
Discover how Taiwan’s green electricity transactions soared by 41% in the first half of 2024, reaching 1.04 billion kilowatt-hours, as businesses embrace sustainable energy practices.
2024/08/26 14:12
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MOEA delegation to seek resolution with EU on wind power
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs plans to address EU concerns over its wind power policy, aiming for WTO compliance and green energy development.
2024/08/26 11:20
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Taiwan assures sufficient power supply amid concerns
Discover how Taiwan addresses its power supply challenges, focusing on efforts to boost grid and source development in northern regions, despite uneven distribution concerns.
2024/08/16 13:52
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Taipower may break even in 2024 with NT$100 billion subsidy
Discover how Taiwan Power Company plans to achieve a break-even point in 2023 with a NT$100 billion government subsidy and the potential impact on consumer electricity prices. Learn about the factors influencing the upcoming price review.
2024/08/15 20:00
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Executive Yuan: Northern Taiwan faces power shortage
Discover how Taiwan is addressing its northern power shortage by transferring electricity from the south and central regions, despite a 20 billion kilowatt-hour shortfall. Learn about the government’s plans for a robust power grid and the renovation of the Hsieh-Ho Concord Power Plant.
2024/08/15 15:16
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KMT accuses government of power supply misinformation
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s power stability debate as the KMT accuses the government of misleading the public and politicizing electricity distribution. Read more about their demands for clarity from President Lai.
2024/08/14 15:17
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Taiwan predicts 13% rise in electricity demand by 2030
Taiwan’s Energy Administration plans to tackle a predicted 12-13% rise in electricity demand by 2030, focusing on new power plants, grid updates, and energy storage. Learn about the impact of AI and renewable energy targets.
2024/07/15 21:00
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Taipower restores 80% of power in Kinmen after outage
Discover the latest on the Kinmen blackout: Over 40,000 households lost power due to a suspected trip at Tashan Power Plant. Taipower has restored electricity to most areas, with ongoing repairs.
2024/07/09 13:46
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Bafang Dumpling announces price hike due to rising costs
Discover how Bafang Dumpling is adjusting its prices due to rising costs and labor shortages, while keeping some favorites unchanged. Learn more about their commitment to quality.
2024/07/09 13:26
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Taiwan’s CPI hits 4-month high with 2.42% increase in June
CPI up 2.42% in June, highest in 4 months Fruit prices soared 22.60%, rents and dining out rose Egg prices fell, core CPI grew 1.83% annually Medical costs up 3.78%, housing rose 2.27%
2024/07/05 17:06
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Taipower cuts power outages by 70%, denies blaming animals
Discover how Taiwan Power Company has significantly reduced power outages by 70% since 2012, focusing on preventive measures rather than blaming small animals. Learn about their strategies for a more resilient power grid.
2024/07/04 10:11
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Taiwan halts payments to Ysolar amid legal probe
Discover the latest on the Ysolar Group’s legal battle over solar power plants in Tainan, as Taiwan’s MOEA halts payments and scrutinizes the legality of land acquisition and permit applications.
2024/07/02 10:55
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Faulty transformer plunges Kaohsiung district into darkness
Discover how a faulty transformer and an underground cable joint malfunction led to sudden power outages in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, affecting nearly 900 households, and learn about Taipower’s response.
2024/06/28 10:39
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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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Power outage hits New Taipei City, affects over 4,000 homes
Discover the latest on the large-scale power outage in New Taipei City’s Tamsui District affecting over 4,000 households, including ongoing restoration efforts and safety advice from Taiwan Power Company.
2024/06/24 13:36
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Panadol prices to rise by up to 10% in Taiwan from July
Discover how the price of Panadol in Taiwan is set to rise by 8% to 10% in July due to increased electricity costs, as stated by Shen Tsai-ying of the Taiwan General Medical Practitioners Association. Learn about the impact of COVID-19 on demand and alternatives to consider.
2024/06/21 14:27
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Taiwan to publicize power information amid outage concerns
Discover how Taiwan’s Minister of Economic Affairs, J.W. Kuo, addresses recent power outage concerns and plans for transparency in power supply and demand starting July.
2024/06/20 16:37
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Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan may skip nuclear plant bill review
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan may not schedule the review of bills extending the lifespan of nuclear power plants. As summer approaches, the anticipated surge in electricity usage puts additional pressure on both the public and the government.
2024/06/19 17:13
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MOEA: Taipei tech park outage not due to power shortage
Discover the latest on Taipei’s unexpected power outage in Neihu Technology Park, not linked to power shortages, as Minister Kuo Jyh-Huei clarifies. Learn about the measures Taiwan is taking to ensure power stability amid concerns over the Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant’s shutdown.
2024/06/19 10:28