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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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All Wind Turbines Installed at Ørsted's 920 MW Greater Changhua 2b and 4 Offshore Wind Farms in Taiwan
Jan. 20 2026
All Wind Turbines Installed at Ørsted's 920 MW Greater Changhua 2b and 4 Offshore Wind Farms in Taiwan
Ørsted announced that the installation of the last wind turbine at the 920 MW Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore wind farms in Taiwan was completed last week, marking a successful conclusion of the wind turbine build-out and a landmark milestone for the offshore wind industry in the Asia-Pacific region.
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ModuSpec Secures DNV Technology Qualification for BOP Real-Time Monitoring Paving Way for Deployment in the Norwegian Offshore Market
Jan. 15 2026
ModuSpec Secures DNV Technology Qualification for BOP Real-Time Monitoring Paving Way for Deployment in the Norwegian Offshore Market
ModuSpec, MR Group's rig and well control equipment solutions business, has received DNV Technology Qualification (TQ) for its blowout preventer (BOP) real-time monitoring (RTM) capabilities within the ModuSpec Argus digital platform.
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OMNI Features｜Japan's First Commercial Floating Offshore Wind Farm Enters Operation in Goto
Jan. 13 2026
OMNI Features｜Japan's First Commercial Floating Offshore Wind Farm Enters Operation in Goto
Japan's first commercial-scale floating offshore wind farm officially began commercial operations on January 5, 2026, in waters off Goto City, Nagasaki Prefecture. The project marks a major milestone in Japan's offshore wind development, representing the country's first operational floating wind farm deployed at commercial scale.
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MOEA Holds Briefing on Draft Selection Criteria for Round 3.3 Zonal Development Incorporating Developers' Performance; Project Execution Capability; and ESG Planning into Evaluation
Jan. 08 2026
MOEA Holds Briefing on Draft Selection Criteria for Round 3.3 Zonal Development Incorporating Developers' Performance; Project Execution Capability; and ESG Planning into Evaluation
The Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) convened a briefing today (8) on the draft selection mechanism for Round 3.3 of the Offshore Wind Zonal Development to outline the proposed framework to stakeholders. Under the proposed mechanism, evaluation criteria will incorporate developers' track records, financial strength, project execution capability, and ESG planning. The maximum capacity allocation per developer will be adjusted to 1 GW.
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OMNI Features｜ACWA Power to launch Indonesia's green ammonia project this year
Jan. 06 2026
OMNI Features｜ACWA Power to launch Indonesia's green ammonia project this year
Saudi-listed energy company ACWA Power announced that its renewable ammonia project in Indonesia is expected to begin commercial operations this year, marking a major step in the country's push to develop green hydrogen at scale.
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MOEA: Taiwan's Wire and Cable Industry Output Expected to Reach New Highs in 2025
Jan. 05 2026
MOEA: Taiwan's Wire and Cable Industry Output Expected to Reach New Highs in 2025
As a critical backbone for energy transmission and information connectivity, the wire and cable industry underpins national infrastructure development and the advancement of smart cities. Taiwan's wire and cable sector is primarily driven by domestic demand.
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Ministry of Economic Affairs Announces 2026 Feed-in Tariff Rates for Renewable Energy
Jan. 02 2026
Ministry of Economic Affairs Announces 2026 Feed-in Tariff Rates for Renewable Energy
The Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) today (2) officially announced the "2026 Feed-in Tariffs (FITs) and Calculation Formula for Renewable Energy Electricity." During the tariff review process, views from all stakeholders were duly incorporated and carefully assessed by the Feed-in Tariff Review Committee. The overall policy continues to uphold diversified installation incentives, with the objective of promoting the development and deployment of various forms of renewable energy.
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SRE's Construction-Ready Formosa 4 Sells Out of Capacity Urging Action on Financing to Support Energy Transition
Dec. 30 2025
SRE's Construction-Ready Formosa 4 Sells Out of Capacity Urging Action on Financing to Support Energy Transition
Synera Renewable Energy Group (SRE), a benchmark offshore wind developer in the Asia-Pacific region, today announced that its Formosa 4 Offshore Wind Project has successfully completed the full allocation of its electricity trading and is fully prepared to proceed with construction. The company now looks forward to working closely with the government and domestic financial institutions to advance project financing, accelerate the energy transition, and achieve long-term sustainability goals.
