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UK–Taiwan Celebrate 20 Years of Renewable Energy Partnership; Advancing Toward a Net-Zero Future
Apr. 09 2026
UK–Taiwan Celebrate 20 Years of Renewable Energy Partnership; Advancing Toward a Net-Zero Future
The British Office Taipei and Taiwan's Energy Administration under the Ministry of Economic Affairs jointly hosted the "UK–Taiwan 20th Anniversary Renewable Energy Gala Dinner" on April 1, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Taipei. The event brought together senior government officials and industry representatives from both sides. UK Trade Envoy to Taiwan, Lord Faulkner of Worcester, and Director-General Chuang Ming-chi attended the event, marking two decades of close collaboration and celebrating the remarkable evolution of offshore wind energy from early-stage planning to a mature industry.
Taiwan Launches Round 3 Offshore Wind Zonal Development Auction Mechanism with 3.6GW Capacity Target
Mar. 31 2026
Taiwan Launches Round 3 Offshore Wind Zonal Development Auction Mechanism with 3.6GW Capacity Target
On the 27th, the MOEA announced the "Directions for Allocating Installed Capacity of Offshore Wind Potential Zones" guidelines for offshore wind zonal development Round 3, following 2 briefing sessions and 3 stakeholder consultation meetings. The application process will commence on April 1, 2026, with a six-month preparation period provided to developers. Submissions will close on September 30, and the selection results are scheduled to be announced before the end of the year.
AI-driven Fossil Power Growth for Taiwan Semiconductors Risks 90 lives, Half a Billion USD in Economic Losses by 2030
Mar. 25 2026
AI-driven Fossil Power Growth for Taiwan Semiconductors Risks 90 lives, Half a Billion USD in Economic Losses by 2030
A joint report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) and Greenpeace estimates that continued reliance on fossil-based electricity could result in approximately 90 premature deaths, 19,000 work absences, and 277 cases of childhood asthma, alongside economic losses of up to USD 500 million by 2030.
Formosa 2 Achieves Landmark Refinancing, Setting Multiple Milestones for Taiwan and APAC Offshore Wind
Mar. 25 2026
Formosa 2 Achieves Landmark Refinancing, Setting Multiple Milestones for Taiwan and APAC Offshore Wind
Formosa 2 Offshore Wind Farm (Formosa 2) on 23rd announced the successful completion of its refinancing, securing approximately NT$58.9 billion. This transaction marks the first completed offshore wind refinancing in both Taiwan and the Asia-Pacific region. The deal received an enthusiastic response from the financial market, achieving more than two times oversubscription and setting a new benchmark in Taiwan's offshore wind financing history.
South Korea Introduces Government-Led Offshore Wind Zoning System to Streamline Development
Mar. 24 2026
South Korea Introduces Government-Led Offshore Wind Zoning System to Streamline Development
The South Korean government is set to overhaul its offshore wind power development framework by introducing a planned site designation system, under which suitable locations will be identified in advance by the state. In parallel, a pan-governmental integrated body will handle permitting procedures in a streamlined manner, replacing the fragmented approval process previously led by private developers.
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Major step for geothermal energy in Asia - Baseload Capital and Google forge corporate PPA
Apr. 15 2025
Major step for geothermal energy in Asia - Baseload Capital and Google forge corporate PPA
Long-term partnership to supply Google's operations in Taiwan with clean, firm geothermal energy–setting a new standard for the tech industry.
Global geothermal developer Baseload Capital and Google today announced the signing of the first corporate power purchase agreement (CPPA) for carbon-free geothermal energy in Taiwan.
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OMNI Features｜UN Shipping Agency IMO Strikes Deal on Adopting Global Carbon Fee for Maritime Sector．Gazelle Wind Power Receives Portuguese Government Approval to Deploy Floating Wind Demonstrator．Industry Calls for Europe to Auction 100+ GW of New Offshore Wind Capacity in Next Decade, Commits to Lowering LCOE by 30 Pct
Apr. 15 2025
OMNI Features｜UN Shipping Agency IMO Strikes Deal on Adopting Global Carbon Fee for Maritime Sector．Gazelle Wind Power Receives Portuguese Government Approval to Deploy Floating Wind Demonstrator．Industry Calls for Europe to Auction 100+ GW of New Offshore Wind Capacity in Next Decade, Commits to Lowering LCOE by 30 Pct
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) approved a global carbon pricing mechanism on April 11, aiming to cut international shipping emissions by 20% by 2030 and achieve net-zero by 2050. Beginning in 2028, vessels exceeding annual greenhouse gas intensity (GFI) targets will be charged $100 per tonne of emissions, with penalties up to $380 per tonne for surpassing stricter thresholds. Ships that meet lower emissions benchmarks can earn and trade carbon credits.
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Ørsted Achieves Landmark Energization of Greater Changhua 2b Onshore Substation in Taiwan
Apr. 15 2025
Ørsted Achieves Landmark Energization of Greater Changhua 2b Onshore Substation in Taiwan
Ørsted today (15) announced the successful energization of the first onshore substation (OnSS) of the 920 MW Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore wind farms. The substation of Greater Changhua 2b has been connected to the Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) onshore substation in the Changhua Coastal Industrial Park.
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OMNI Features｜Renewables Provided Record 32% of Global Electricity in 2024．Chinese Manufacturer Dajin Sets Up Floating Wind Unit．Norwegian Gov’t Progresses Subsidy Model for Utsira Nor and Plans to Launch Floating Wind Tender after ESA Approval
Apr. 11 2025
OMNI Features｜Renewables Provided Record 32% of Global Electricity in 2024．Chinese Manufacturer Dajin Sets Up Floating Wind Unit．Norwegian Gov’t Progresses Subsidy Model for Utsira Nor and Plans to Launch Floating Wind Tender after ESA Approval
A report by energy think tank Ember said renewable power generation provided a record 32% of the global electricity mix in 2024, beating the previous year's 30% record. Overall, electricity demand grew 4%, driven by heatwaves and data centres.
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MOEA Deputy Minister attends the ITRI's Net Zero Transition Forum, where collaboration across sectors accelerates the promotion of deep energy saving.
Apr. 10 2025
MOEA Deputy Minister attends the ITRI's Net Zero Transition Forum, where collaboration across sectors accelerates the promotion of deep energy saving.
Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs(MOEA) Chin-Tsang Ho attended the 2025 Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) NET ZERO DAY Forum, titled "Building a New Force for Energy Efficiency," organized by ITRI. During the forum, he affirmed ITRI's contributions to innovative energy transition technologies and the participation of key enterprises. He also expressed hope that energy efficiency solutions utilizing digital technologies would be implemented across various industry sectors to help achieve the nation's carbon reduction goals. He emphasized that technological innovation is the core driver of energy-saving efforts and that Taiwan will accelerate the promotion of deep energy-saving programs through relevant regulations and incentives.
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MOEA Industrial Development Administration Director-General transition, strengthening industry resilience through four key pillars
Apr. 10 2025
MOEA Industrial Development Administration Director-General transition, strengthening industry resilience through four key pillars
The Industrial Development Administration(IDA) of the Ministry of Economic Affairs(MOEA) held a Director-General leadership transition ceremony on the 26th of March, with Deputy Minister of MOEA, Cynthia Kiang, overseeing the handover. The position of Director-General of the IDA was passed to Chyou-Huey Chiou, the current Director-General of the Department of Industrial Technology of the MOEA. Director-General Chiou has been involved with the IDA's predecessor, the Industrial Development Bureau, and has participated in numerous major industrial transformations in Taiwan. His experience spans across manufacturing automation, electronics, information services, and key fields such as semiconductors and smart electric vehicles. He is entrusted with the responsibility of advancing Taiwan's industrial development.
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OMNI Features｜Global Offshore Wind to Rebound in 2025．'World's First' Biomethanol-Powered CTV Delivered to N-O-S, Chartered by Vestas．Macquarie Halts Offshore Wind Company Sale Due to Lack of Interest
Apr. 09 2025
OMNI Features｜Global Offshore Wind to Rebound in 2025．'World's First' Biomethanol-Powered CTV Delivered to N-O-S, Chartered by Vestas．Macquarie Halts Offshore Wind Company Sale Due to Lack of Interest
According to Rystad Energy, the global offshore wind industry is expected to add 19 GW to its capacity in 2025, recovering from a slowdown the previous year’s 8 GW--2 GW lower than the year prior.
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e-FORMULA's Bohol Island Net Zero Transformation Project Clinches Best System Output Award at 2025 Kaohsiung Smart City Exhibition
Apr. 07 2025
e-FORMULA's Bohol Island Net Zero Transformation Project Clinches Best System Output Award at 2025 Kaohsiung Smart City Exhibition
At the 2025 Net Zero Cities2 and Smart Cities Exhibition, held on March 18, Taiwan's dual-city interactive showcase between Taipei and Kaohsiung highlighted the nation's smart urbanization and low-carbon achievements. e-FORMULA, leveraging its groundbreaking Bohol Island Net Zero Transformation Project, earned the Best System Output Award at the Kaohsiung event—demonstrating its exceptional prowess in smart energy management and international green energy transformation.
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Myanmar Earthquake Response: MSF Launches Secondary Healthcare Support and Emergency Mental Health Training Initiative
Apr. 05 2025
Myanmar Earthquake Response: MSF Launches Secondary Healthcare Support and Emergency Mental Health Training Initiative
Following the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) deployed an assessment team that observed significant damage to the country's overall healthcare system, with secondary care facilities being particularly affected. Adrian Guadarrama, MSF's Program Manager in Myanmar, stated, "The healthcare system has been severely impacted at multiple levels, with secondary care being particularly affected, which is hospitals. MSF teams are prioritizing efforts to provide immediate relief by strengthening secondary healthcare services."
