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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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Minister-Designate Guo Zhihui Affirms Nuclear Power is Not Green, Reiterates Commitment to Non-Nuclear Homes and Green Energy Development
May. 16 2024
Minister-Designate Guo Zhihui Affirms Nuclear Power is Not Green, Reiterates Commitment to Non-Nuclear Homes and Green Energy Development
During Minister-Designate Guo Zhihui's discussion with legislators about energy issues, concerns were raised regarding the classification of nuclear energy. The Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) reported that in response to inquiries, Minister Guo-designate clarified that nuclear power is not considered green energy but is recognized as clean energy under international standards. Furthermore, it was confirmed that nuclear energy is excluded from the RE100 goal, which major companies on the island, including TSMC and Foxconn, are striving to achieve.
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OMNI Features｜Seatrium and ABS ink 3-year Deal to Green Maritime and Offshore Sectors．Reuters: SBTi Internal Report Reveals Most Carbon Offsets Are Ineffective．Taiwan Carbon Fee Imminent: TPCA Releases PCB Energy-Saving and Carbon Reduction Guidelines
OMNI Features｜Seatrium and ABS ink 3-year Deal to Green Maritime and Offshore Sectors．Reuters: SBTi Internal Report Reveals Most Carbon Offsets Are Ineffective．Taiwan Carbon Fee Imminent: TPCA Releases PCB Energy-Saving and Carbon Reduction Guidelines
Seatrium signed a 3-year Technology Collaboration Agreement (TCA) with ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) to accelerate decarbonization and energy transition in the maritime and offshore sectors. The agreement, "Accelerating Decarbonisation & Energy Transition," will focus on 4 key areas: decarbonization, electrification, new energies, and digital transformation.
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OMNI Features｜Denmark Unveils Plan for Up to 3.8 GW Bornholm Energy Island．Vietnam's Electric Motorcycle Market Ranks Largest in ASEAN． Scotland Ardersier Port secures £100m budget for offshore wind infrastructure
May. 15 2024
OMNI Features｜Denmark Unveils Plan for Up to 3.8 GW Bornholm Energy Island．Vietnam's Electric Motorcycle Market Ranks Largest in ASEAN． Scotland Ardersier Port secures £100m budget for offshore wind infrastructure
The Danish Energy Agency (DEA) has revealed its Plan for Program Bornholm Energy Island, outlining the framework for the future energy island at Bornholm and the adjacent coastal areas. The project is planned to consist of an offshore wind farm south of Bornholm with a 3.8 GW capacity as well as high-voltage installations on Bornholm and Zealand.
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EDF Renewables Leads "Wei Lan Hai Miaoli Offshore Wind Project" Passing EIA Review
May. 15 2024
EDF Renewables Leads "Wei Lan Hai Miaoli Offshore Wind Project" Passing EIA Review
The "Wei Lan Hai Miaoli Offshore Wind Project" (also known as "Miaoli Offshore Wind Project 1," hereinafter referred to as the "Wei Lan Hai Miaoli Project"), led by EDF Renewables, officially passed the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) review today (15).
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OMNI Features｜SMA and Vopak Collaborate to Enhance Safety Measures in Marine Fuel Handling．Britain Announces Establishment of National Nuclear Team to Develop Prototype Fusion Power Plant．Taiwan's Agricultural Technology Represents the Philippines' Primary Source of Foreign Investment
May. 15 2024
OMNI Features｜SMA and Vopak Collaborate to Enhance Safety Measures in Marine Fuel Handling．Britain Announces Establishment of National Nuclear Team to Develop Prototype Fusion Power Plant．Taiwan's Agricultural Technology Represents the Philippines' Primary Source of Foreign Investment
Singapore Polytechnic and Vopak have formalized an agreement by signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to augment the expertise of faculty members at the Singapore Maritime Academy (SMA) in the proper management of environmentally friendly marine fuels. According to a joint statement, SMA will leverage Vopak's established proficiency in the safe handling of emerging marine fuels, such as ammonia, biofuels, and methanol, to develop a specialized curriculum. This curriculum will provide maritime professionals with the requisite skills to navigate a net-zero future.
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CSBC Presents "Methanol Dual-Fuel Ship Integration Solution" at the 9th DNV Conference
May. 15 2024
CSBC Presents "Methanol Dual-Fuel Ship Integration Solution" at the 9th DNV Conference
CSBC presented the "Methanol Dual-Fuel Ship Integration Solution" in collaboration with Lloyd's Register (LR) and DNV, completing the conceptual verification of methanol fuel supply systems for container ships to enhance container loading capacity.
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OMNI Features｜Vietnam Electricity Seeks Input From Businesses Regarding the "Draft Law on Electricity (amended)"．Global Wind Turbine Manufacturers Achieve New Record with 121 GW Installed Capacity in 2023．Energy Vault Secures a 200 MW Contract for BESS in Australia
May. 13 2024
OMNI Features｜Vietnam Electricity Seeks Input From Businesses Regarding the "Draft Law on Electricity (amended)"．Global Wind Turbine Manufacturers Achieve New Record with 121 GW Installed Capacity in 2023．Energy Vault Secures a 200 MW Contract for BESS in Australia
On the afternoon of 3/5, at the headquarters of Vietnam Electricity, the workshop to collect comments on the Draft Law on Electricity (amended) continued with the focus topic "Development of renewable energy and new energy."
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Zhong Neng Wind Farm Completes First Turbine Installation Aiming for On-Schedule Grid Connection this Year
May. 13 2024
Zhong Neng Wind Farm Completes First Turbine Installation Aiming for On-Schedule Grid Connection this Year
China Steel Power Corporation announced today (13) that the first turbine of the Zhong Neng Offshore Wind Farm Project (Zhong Neng Wind Farm) has been successfully installed, marking a significant milestone towards the timely grid connection of the wind farm.
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GE Vernova collaborates with TECO to Enhance Taiwan's Power Grid with Advanced STATCOM Technology
May. 13 2024
GE Vernova collaborates with TECO to Enhance Taiwan's Power Grid with Advanced STATCOM Technology
GE Vernova's Grid Solutions business (NYSE:GEV), together with TECO Electric and Machinery Co (TECO) celebrated the ground breaking of the ZhangGong Step-up Substation and the YongXing Switchyard in central Taiwan in Changhua County. The substations, owned by Taiwan Power Company will be installed with two units of GE Vernova's ±200 Mvar STATCOM (Static Synchronous Compensator) systems, following the closure of a deal between the company and TECO in early 2024.
