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Executive Yuan: Taiwan Classified Among Lower-Risk Economies in U.S. Section 301 Forced Labor Import Investigation
Jun. 05 2026
Executive Yuan: Taiwan Classified Among Lower-Risk Economies in U.S. Section 301 Forced Labor Import Investigation
The Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) announced on June 3 that, according to the findings of the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) under its Section 301 investigation concerning import prohibitions on goods produced with forced labor, Taiwan has been designated as one of 14 economies assessed as presenting a relatively lower level of risk. As a result, the USTR has proposed an additional 10% tariff on Taiwan, compared with the proposed 12.5% tariff on other economies.
Taipower's Electricity Carbon Emission Factor Drops to 0.467 kg CO₂e/kWh; MOEA Reports Progress in Energy Transition
Jun. 03 2026
Taipower's Electricity Carbon Emission Factor Drops to 0.467 kg CO₂e/kWh; MOEA Reports Progress in Energy Transition
The Energy Administration under the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) announced on June 2 that the 2025 electricity carbon emission factor for public electricity retailers has decreased to 0.467 kg CO₂e/kWh, representing a 1.5% reduction from 2024 and an overall decline of approximately 12% compared with 2016.
MOEA AI X Innovation Pavilion Opens at InnoVEX, Featuring Award-Winning AI Technologies and Emerging Startups
Jun. 02 2026
MOEA AI X Innovation Pavilion Opens at InnoVEX, Featuring Award-Winning AI Technologies and Emerging Startups
On, 2nd June, the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) Department of Industrial Technology opened the AI X Innovation Pavilion at InnoVEX, showcasing 31 cutting-edge technologies spanning smart machinery, communications, green energy, semiconductors, biotechnology, and medical devices. The exhibition features achievements from the TREE Program (Taiwan Research-Institute Advanced Technology Entrepreneur Ecosystem Program, TREE) and winners of the "2026 Best AI Awards", highlighting Taiwan's growing strength in AI innovation and cross-sector applications.
MTIC Launches First-Ever "Blue Tech 2026 Ocean Technology Day"; Showcasing Taiwan's Innovation Strength in Marine Technology and Offshore Renewable Energy
Jun. 01 2026
MTIC Launches First-Ever "Blue Tech 2026 Ocean Technology Day"; Showcasing Taiwan's Innovation Strength in Marine Technology and Offshore Renewable Energy
The Metal Industries Research & Development Centre (MIRDC) hosted "Blue Tech 2026 Ocean Technology Day" on May 27 at the Marine Technology Industrial Innovation Center (MTIC) in Kaohsiung. The event marked the first large-scale marine technology exhibition since MTIC's establishment. The opening ceremony was jointly officiated by Deputy Director General Chung-Hsien Chen of the Energy Administration, MOEA, and MIRDC Chairperson Chia-Ju Liu, highlighting developments in marine technology, offshore wind O&M, and emerging ocean energy industries.
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OMNI Features｜G7 Aims to Increase Energy Storage Capacity by 2030 to Address Green Energy Supply Instability．Singapore Maritime Industry Advances Towards Digitalization and Sustainable Development．HOFA Industrial Park Introduces Green Sustainability Initiative
Apr. 30 2024
OMNI Features｜G7 Aims to Increase Energy Storage Capacity by 2030 to Address Green Energy Supply Instability．Singapore Maritime Industry Advances Towards Digitalization and Sustainable Development．HOFA Industrial Park Introduces Green Sustainability Initiative
The Group of Seven (G7) aims to increase global energy storage capacity by 6.5 times by 2030 to support the wider use of renewable energy. The draft calls for boosting the power industry's energy storage capacity to 1,500 GW by 2030 through battery storage and hydrogen, up from 230 GW in 2022. This initiative aims to tackle the instability of renewable energy generation and enhance energy security.
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The Biden Administration Finalized Standards Set To Eliminate Emissions From New Federal Buildings By 2030
Apr. 29 2024
The Biden Administration Finalized Standards Set To Eliminate Emissions From New Federal Buildings By 2030
The Biden administration has finalized standards for federal buildings that will eliminate onsite fossil fuel usage for new projects by the end of the decade, the Energy Department confirmed Wednesday.
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Vena Energy Launches The "Community Mutual Benefit Program" Aiming To Foster Sustainable Development
Apr. 29 2024
Vena Energy Launches The "Community Mutual Benefit Program" Aiming To Foster Sustainable Development
Throughout this year, Vena Energy has remained steadfastly committed to actively participating in local initiatives, fulfilling social obligations, and cultivating enduring environmental and social benefits alongside communities and stakeholders. In line with this commitment, Vena Energy announce the launch of the "Community Mutual Benefit Program". This initiative aims to foster sustainable development by inviting qualified local project teams from Yunlin, Chiayi, and Tainan to apply for assistance from project-based power development fund. The application deadline for this program is May 31, 2024.
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Hong Kong's Wah Kwong Orders More LNG Carriers Banking On Growing Global Trade In Superchilled Fuel
Apr. 29 2024
Hong Kong's Wah Kwong Orders More LNG Carriers Banking On Growing Global Trade In Superchilled Fuel
Hong Kong-based shipping company Wah Kwong is finalising a deal later this month to double the number of liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers that it has ordered to four, as it eyes growing global trade in the super chilled fuel. The ships would be delivered from 2027 onwards, stated by Hing Chao
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Taiwan Participates in the 9th "Our Ocean Conference" and Hosts the Forum on Marine Protected Areas Attracting International Attention
Apr. 26 2024
Taiwan Participates in the 9th "Our Ocean Conference" and Hosts the Forum on Marine Protected Areas Attracting International Attention
Taiwan participated in the 9th Our Ocean Conference (OOC) held in Athens, Greece, on April 16-17, 2024. Taiwan responded to the conference's 6 action areas with practical actions and concrete commitments, including climate change, marine protected areas, sustainable blue economy, sustainable fisheries, marine pollution, and maritime security.
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Taipower 2024 Environmental Month Presentation: Premiering the Largest-Scale Bat Research
Apr. 26 2024
Taipower 2024 Environmental Month Presentation: Premiering the Largest-Scale Bat Research
Taipower recently held its 2024 Environmental Month Presentation, reviewing the environmental achievements of 2023. Taipower's own fossil fuel unit's pollutants emission intensity has decreased by nearly 70% since 2016, and its carbon emission intensity (CO2 emissions per kWh) has also decreased by 8%.
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Completion and Grid Connection of 900 MW Greater Changhua 1 & 2a Offshore Wind Farm in APAC
Apr. 25 2024
Completion and Grid Connection of 900 MW Greater Changhua 1 & 2a Offshore Wind Farm in APAC
Ørsted announced today (25) that the 900 MW Greater Changhua 1 & 2a Offshore Wind Farm has been completed and fully connected to the Taipower grid, becoming the largest operational offshore wind farm in the Asia-Pacific region. This milestone doubles Taiwan's offshore wind power installation capacity and stimulates the local offshore wind power industry ecosystem.
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OMNI Features｜France Initiates Large-Scale Solar Energy Revival to Ensure Energy Independence．Malaysia Drives Energy Exchange Platform Focusing on Cross-Border Sales．Taipower Promotes Environmental Achievements Exhibition and Ecological Conservation Projects
Apr. 25 2024
OMNI Features｜France Initiates Large-Scale Solar Energy Revival to Ensure Energy Independence．Malaysia Drives Energy Exchange Platform Focusing on Cross-Border Sales．Taipower Promotes Environmental Achievements Exhibition and Ecological Conservation Projects
France's solar photovoltaic industry has lagged behind in recent years. France is launching a large-scale revival of its solar energy industry to ensure energy independence, introducing multiple incentives. These include increasing the proportion of domestically manufactured solar panels to 40%, offering tax incentives, and implementing highway solar panel projects. France has also signed solar agreements with renewable energy developers and buyers to promote the solar panel ecosystem and market in France collectively.
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Suzlon Group's Girish Tanti Elected to Vice-Chair of the Board of Global Wind Energy Council
Apr. 24 2024
Suzlon Group's Girish Tanti Elected to Vice-Chair of the Board of Global Wind Energy Council
Girish Tanti, Vice Chairman of the Suzlon Group, has been elected Vice-Chair of the Global Wind Energy Council at the annual board meeting, held in Abu Dhabi this year. Wind Industry veteran Tanti restates his commitment to driving the tripling of renewables to power a net-zero future.
