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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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OEG Renewables Successfully Complete Preventative Maintenance Campaign for Ørsted Taiwan Offshore Substations
Mar. 18 2024
OEG Renewables Successfully Complete Preventative Maintenance Campaign for Ørsted Taiwan Offshore Substations
OEG Renewables companies have successfully completed an inspection and maintenance campaign for Taiwan's first two offshore substations operated by Ørsted
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NextDrive Introduces BTM "Demand Response Forecasting AI" Boosts Solar Storage Efficiency by 17%
Mar. 15 2024
NextDrive Introduces BTM "Demand Response Forecasting AI" Boosts Solar Storage Efficiency by 17%
NextDrive Co. will unveil a new corporate emission reduction solution at the "2050 Net Zero City Expo" next week (March 19th to 22nd). By pioneering the use of "Demand Response Forecasting AI," it enhances Behind the Meter (BTM) energy storage regulation efficiency, helping companies increase their green energy ratio and renewable energy utilization. According to estimates from actual solar storage sites, commercial and industrial electricity users can expect a 17% increase in annual electricity cost savings.
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UK Prime Minister States New NG Power Plants Will Not Impact Net Zero Strategy in Response to Criticism from Environmentalists
Mar. 15 2024
UK Prime Minister States New NG Power Plants Will Not Impact Net Zero Strategy in Response to Criticism from Environmentalists
The recent announcement by the UK government to expand its natural gas power generation scheme aims to provide investors with increased certainty. While advocating strongly for the construction of new gas-fired power plants, it also exposes itself to potential criticism from environmental activists. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak emphasized the importance of "not gambling with our energy security."
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OMNI Features｜Italy to Launch €1.1bn Fund for Green Manufacturing．Private Equity Investment Firm KKR Plans €2 Billion Acquisition of German Encavis AG
Mar. 15 2024
OMNI Features｜Italy to Launch €1.1bn Fund for Green Manufacturing．Private Equity Investment Firm KKR Plans €2 Billion Acquisition of German Encavis AG
Italy is to launch a new €1.1bn ($1.2bn) subsidy programme to support green manufacturing in the country, that could see manufacturers of electrolysis equipment in line for grants of hundreds of millions of euros.
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OMNI Features｜EU Passes Legislative Regulations Enhancing Building Energy Efficiency．Germany Proposes Legislation to Use Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) for Subsea Carbon Sequestration．Renewable Energy Generates Over 10.5GW at Noon on the 12th Surpassing Coal Power Generation in Taiwan
Mar. 15 2024
OMNI Features｜EU Passes Legislative Regulations Enhancing Building Energy Efficiency．Germany Proposes Legislation to Use Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) for Subsea Carbon Sequestration．Renewable Energy Generates Over 10.5GW at Noon on the 12th Surpassing Coal Power Generation in Taiwan
The European Parliament has pushed for amendments to environmental policies to reduce energy costs in response to climate change. On the 12th, the European Parliament passed revisions to the "Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)" legislation, which regulates carbon emissions and fossil fuel import requirements for buildings to improve energy efficiency.
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OMNI Features｜Romania to Build World's First Carbon Neutral Tire Factory．UK Announces Plans for New Natural Gas Power Plant Construction．CWA Partners with the NMMST to Promote Marine and Ocean Meteorology Education
Mar. 14 2024
OMNI Features｜Romania to Build World's First Carbon Neutral Tire Factory．UK Announces Plans for New Natural Gas Power Plant Construction．CWA Partners with the NMMST to Promote Marine and Ocean Meteorology Education
Finnish tire manufacturer Nokian Tires plans to invest approximately 650 million euros to construct the world's first carbon-neutral tire factory in Oradea, western Romania. The entire facility will be powered by renewable energy, with steam generated during manufacturing production without using fossil fuels. Starting from 2025, it is projected to produce 6 million car and SUV tires annually. Romania currently derives around 24% of its energy from renewable sources, and the construction of this factory will contribute to furthering local green energy development.
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Ministry of Environment Announces the List of Members for the First Carbon Fee Rate Review Councils
Mar. 14 2024
Ministry of Environment Announces the List of Members for the First Carbon Fee Rate Review Councils
The Ministry of Environment recently announced the list of members for the first Carbon Fee Rate Review Council and scheduled the first carbon fee rate review meeting for this Friday (March 15). The meeting will be convened by the Vice Minister of the Ministry, with the Director of the Climate Change Administration serving as the vice convener. It includes 5 representatives from government agencies, 6 representatives from civil society organizations, and 8 scholars and experts, totaling 21 members.
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OMNI Features｜OWLC Selling Rights to Gravity Tripod Offshore Wind Foundation．Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabian Govts Signed Agreement on Ｗind Power Plant Construction．Sri Lanka to Call Tenders for 50 MW Mannar Wind Power Plant
Mar. 13 2024
OMNI Features｜OWLC Selling Rights to Gravity Tripod Offshore Wind Foundation．Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabian Govts Signed Agreement on Ｗind Power Plant Construction．Sri Lanka to Call Tenders for 50 MW Mannar Wind Power Plant
The rights to the gravity tripod offshore wind foundation developed by the UK company Offshore Wind Logistics and Construction (OWLC) have been put up for sale. OWLC says its gravity tripod foundation is designed for turbines up to and beyond 25 MW and has a 100-year design life, lending itself to easy and efficient re-powering. It can deliver a solution to the offshore wind industry that is quicker, cheaper, and more environmentally friendly than monopiles or jackets.
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OMNI Features｜Italy to Phase Out Coal by End of 2025．Stagnation Grips Sweden's Electric Vehicle Market．Green Highlights in Miaoli's Golden Town with Small Hydropower Generation
Mar. 13 2024
OMNI Features｜Italy to Phase Out Coal by End of 2025．Stagnation Grips Sweden's Electric Vehicle Market．Green Highlights in Miaoli's Golden Town with Small Hydropower Generation
Italy's Minister for the Environment and Energy Security, Gilberto Pichetto Fratin, has announced that, except for Sardinia, the entire country will cease coal-fired power generation by the end of 2025 and increase the installation of gas-fired power plants. Fratin stated that December 31, 2025, is the deadline for coal cessation, with Sardinia expected to stop coal-fired power generation between 2026 and 2028. Italy has already approved the construction of four new gas-fired power plants, expected to generate 3400 MW of electricity, in efforts to achieve a 43.7% reduction in carbon emissions by the end of 2030.
