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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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Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm Becomes Taiwan's First to Receive DNV's Comprehensive International Project Certification
Jan. 21 2026
Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm Becomes Taiwan's First to Receive DNV's Comprehensive International Project Certification
Skyborn Renewables today (21) announced that the 640 MW Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm, for which the company is responsible for construction and operations, has officially been awarded the most comprehensive level of international project certification by the third-party independent global verification body DNV, in accordance with DNV-SE-0190, covering all five major project phases.
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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.
