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Taiwan delegation gains support at COP29 summit
Taiwan’s delegation, backed by allies and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, participated in COP29, marking a key step in global climate talks. National Tsing Hua University highlighted Taiwan’s upcoming carbon fee rates and the need to match Japan and South Korea’s policies. COP30 will focus on deep carbon reduction and green finance.2024/11/12 10:17 -
Taiwan may lose 28,000 jobs by 2045, labor ministry warns
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor warns of potential 28,000 job losses by 2045 if carbon reduction efforts stall. The study highlights the impact on energy-intensive sectors and the need for carbon management expertise.2024/10/22 17:14 -
Kaohsiung mayor urges carbon fee support for industries
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai urges Taiwan’s central government to allocate carbon fees to support high-emission industries in reducing carbon output.2024/10/21 16:00 -
Taichung mayor pushes for local retention of carbon fees
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen advocates for 80% of carbon fees to stay local, supporting pollution reduction and public health. Taichung City Council discusses the central government’s carbon fee plan, with concerns over local compensation.2024/10/14 15:44 -
Environment minister vows efficient use of carbon funds
Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming announced a projected NT$6 billion annual carbon fee collection. Funds will support carbon reduction, with oversight from the Legislative Yuan.2024/10/14 15:13 -
Taiwan to decide on carbon discounts by mid-2025
The Ministry of Environment in Taiwan plans to identify industries eligible for carbon emission discounts by mid-2025. Businesses must submit reduction plans by June 30.2024/10/08 13:39 -
Taiwan sets carbon fee at NT$300 per metric ton
Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment sets a carbon fee at NT$300 per metric ton, with lower rates for industries meeting reduction criteria. Implementation begins in 2026.2024/10/07 20:00 -
Taiwan urged to lower carbon fees to match competitors
Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment reviews carbon fee rates as industry leaders push for competitive pricing. The focus is on aligning with Japan and South Korea to boost growth.2024/10/07 14:36 -
Taiwan’s carbon fee to start at NT$300, with hikes by 2030
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.2024/09/10 11:34 -
Taiwan to fine inaccurate carbon emissions reporting
Discover Taiwan’s new carbon fee policy as Minister Peng Chi-ming announces fines for companies not reporting emissions accurately, aiming for a greener future.2024/09/02 16:30 -
MOENV: Housing prices to see only 1% rise from carbon fee
Discover how Taiwan’s Minister of Environment, Peng Chi-ming, addresses concerns over the carbon fee’s impact on housing prices, debunking claims of significant increases and outlining efforts to prevent inflation. Learn about Taiwan’s 2030 emissions reduction goal.2024/08/15 16:05 -
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 -
Foodpanda revamps fees with dynamic pricing launch
Foodpanda announces dynamic pricing model for food delivery services in Taipei. Fee changes based on location, distance, and peak hours. Users can expect adjustments from NT$1 to NT$9. Pandapro offers exclusive perks. Uber Eats implements fee reduction plan.2023/08/09 16:56