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Poll reveals split views on Taiwan’s nuclear-free policy
Discover the latest poll results on Taiwan’s nuclear-free policy, revealing a divide among citizens with 45.8% disapproving and 42.4% in favor. Insights include demographic breakdowns and political party perspectives.2024/06/24 10:40 -
Taiwan assures sufficient power for NVIDIA’s expansion
Discover how Taiwan addresses power supply concerns amid NVIDIA’s expansion, with a focus on sustainable energy and transparent pricing policies.2024/06/07 15:15 -
Premier reaffirms Taiwan’s commitment to nuclear-free future
Discover Taiwan’s commitment to a nuclear-free future and green energy development as Premier Cho Jung-tai addresses concerns over nuclear power extension, emphasizing stable power supply and leading green energy initiatives by 2030.2024/06/07 12:07 -
Taiwan’s premier commits to a nuclear-free future
Discover Taiwan’s definitive move towards a nuclear-free future as the government, led by Premier Cho Jung-tai, commits to phasing out nuclear energy. This policy reflects a significant stance on the island’s energy future, emphasizing the administration’s dedication to fulfilling campaign promises and upholding democratic values.2024/05/31 13:45 -
Peng takes on environmental challenges as new minister
Discover how Peng Chi-ming, Taiwan’s new Minister of the Environment, addresses the pressures of his role and his stance on nuclear energy amid climate change challenges in his first report to the Legislative Yuan.2024/05/22 10:59 -
Ko Wen-je defends longevity of nuclear power plants
Taipei mayoral candidate Ko Wen-je of the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) argued that nuclear plants can be utilized for more than 30 to 60 years with proper planning. Ko criticized Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate Lai Ching-te’s nuclear power policy, challenging the assertion that nuclear plants should be decommissioned after 30 years. Additionally, Ko criticized the current anti-fraud policies, specifically those implemented by Hou Yu-ih, stating that they were ineffective. Lai’s campaign office responded by asserting that a nuclear-free homeland is a widely agreed-upon consensus among citizens and questioned Ko and Hou’s lack of a clear plan for nuclear waste disposal.2023/12/27 16:32 -
Ko Wen-je criticizes Lai for avoiding nuclear energy debate
Taiwan People’s Party presidential candidate Ko Wen-je criticized his Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) competitor Lai Ching-te for avoiding the nuclear energy debate and lacking long-term planning. Ko argued that Lai’s commitment to a nuclear-free homeland by 2025 would cost him votes, particularly from the business sector. He questioned the feasibility of turning nuclear power on and off at will. Ko also criticized his Kuomintang rival, Hou Yu-ih, for impeding the operation of dry storage facilities at nuclear plants one and two, resulting in a stalemate where spent fuel rods cannot be removed. Ko expressed support for extending the service lives of nuclear plants two and three and called for a thorough check-up of plant four before making any decisions. He emphasized the need for a pragmatic approach to nuclear power rather than treating the idea of a nuclear-free homeland as an ideology. Ko highlighted the goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and mentioned that 22 nations proposed tripling nuclear power by then at COP28.2023/12/26 18:29 -
KMT’s Hou Yu-ih questions DPP’s energy policies
Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih raises questions about Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate Lai Ching-te’s energy policy during a policy presentation. Hou specifically probes Lai’s stance on the "nuclear-free homeland" policy and his attitude toward nuclear power generation. Hou questions Lai’s viewpoints, suggesting that if Lai believes "nuclear units cannot be stopped," it implies Taiwan’s nuclear power plants may need to extend their lifespan. Hou also criticizes Lai’s "clean coal" concept and its potential impact on the prevalence of pulmonary adenocarcinoma in Taiwan. Furthermore, Hou criticizes the DPP’s goal of "net-zero carbon emissions," arguing that even the announced 2030 target of reducing carbon emissions by 24% to 25% is unattainable and out of step with global trends.2023/12/26 17:24 -
Taipower’s debt burden: Energy expert calls for action
Concerns regarding Taipower’s financial status are continuously growing, particularly since implementing the "nuclear-free homeland" policies.2023/07/14 16:00 -
Taiwan to face possible power outages after reactor closure
Taiwan’s plan to become a "nuclear-free homeland" by 2025 could result in nationwide power outages, according to experts.2023/03/03 19:07