MOEA and MOJ Co-Host 2025 Green Safety and Transparency Leadership Forum to Advance Solar Power Disclosure and Strengthen Public Trust

The forum's opening ceremony was jointly led by Minister Kuo of the Ministry of Economic Affairs (fifth from left) and
Minister Cheng of the Ministry of Justice (fifth from right), symbolizing inter-ministerial collaboration in advancing transparency.

To enhance information disclosure and social communication in the promotion of solar photovoltaic (PV) policy, the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) held the "2025 Green Safety Transparency Leadership – Solar Power Information Transparency Forum" on May 27, 2025, at the Taipower Company Auditorium. MOEA Minister Jyh-Huei Kuo and Minister Ming-chien Cheng of the Ministry of Justice(MOJ) attended and delivered opening remarks. The event brought together local governments, six major solar industry associations, solar energy companies, and NGOs to jointly launch the "Green Safety Transparency Leadership" initiative, symbolizing the official launch of the Solar Power Information Transparency Portal. This cross-sectoral information platform, based on renewable energy, reflects a shared vision between the government and the public for sustainable development.

The MOEA stated that solar power has been one of the top priorities in Taiwan's green energy development, with rapid growth in recent years. As of March 2025, the cumulative installed grid-connected capacity had reached 14.51 GW, showcasing the achievements of Taiwan's solar energy policy. However, the ministry emphasized that with increasing capacity comes a greater need for forward-looking policies to build a sustainable future founded on public trust and transparency.

To optimize the solar project application process and strengthen public communication, the MOEA plans to enhance current mechanisms through cross-sector cooperation, information disclosure, and public-private partnerships. The goal is to ensure development that is inclusive, transparent, and people-centered. By integrating the efforts of central and local governments and inter-ministerial coordination, the ministry seeks to establish a cooperative model for green energy promotion and foster a policy environment that serves as a benchmark for transparent governance and inter-agency collaboration.

The ministry further explained that, to improve administrative efficiency and transparency, it has worked with the MOJ, Ministry of Agriculture(MOA), and other related agencies to establish the Solar Power Information Transparency Portal. The platform provides access to information on completed and under-construction projects, land rental price tiers, and the status of permit reviews for large-scale projects (20 MW and above), ensuring transparency in site information, rental rates, and application procedures.

The 2025 "Green Safety and Transparency Leadership – Solar Power Information Transparency Forum" was held today (May 27) at the main auditorium of Taipower's Annex Building. The event brought together representatives from central and local governments, solar power developers, and NGOs.

The MOEA emphasized that promoting renewable energy requires social engagement and consensus building. Through public-private collaboration, the forum encouraged public involvement in solar policy planning, addressing public concerns, and fostering open dialogue. This inclusive approach allows all sectors of society to better understand policy implementation within a transparent framework.

During the forum, Vice Minister Chien-Hsin Lai of the MOEA listened to recommendations from solar industry associations, including calls for the establishment of a cross-ministerial committee to standardize review principles and enhance communication, collaboration, transparency, and administrative efficiency. Vice Minister Lai pledged to convene regular meetings with the MOA, MOJ (including the Supreme Prosecutors Office and the Agency Against Corruption), local governments, and solar industry associations.

Recognizing the key issues in green energy development, the MOEA used this forum to deepen cooperation and showcase cross-ministerial collaboration and open dialogue among government, industry, and the public. By strengthening communication between central and local governments and welcoming feedback and oversight from civil society, the ministry aims to build a trusted, inclusive, and sustainable green energy environment, moving Taiwan steadily toward a fair, transparent, and resilient energy future.

The forum was chaired by Deputy Minister Lai of the Ministry of Economic Affairs (third from left), who invited key central government agencies
to address concerns raised by local governments and solar power developers regarding transparency and regulatory clarity.