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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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Vestas Hits Landmark with 100th Locally Made Wind Turbine Blade in Taiwan, Sets New Global Record for Shortest Wind Industry Production Timeline
Aug. 11 2023
Vestas Hits Landmark with 100th Locally Made Wind Turbine Blade in Taiwan, Sets New Global Record for Shortest Wind Industry Production Timeline
Vestas and partner Tien Li Offshore Wind Technology jointly announced a significant milestone in Taiwan, achieving localization of the V174-9.5MW™ offshore wind turbine. The successful production of 100 V174-9.5MW™ blades underscores their commitment to advancing Taiwan's offshore wind industry.
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Zhong Neng Launches Renewable Energy and Science Summer Camp for Elementary Schools in Coastal Townships of Changhua
Aug. 02 2023
Zhong Neng Launches Renewable Energy and Science Summer Camp for Elementary Schools in Coastal Townships of Changhua
The Zhong Neng Offshore Wind Farm Sustainable Development Fund announced the launch of the "Wind-Inspired Generation Leaders Action" renewable energy and science summer camp for elementary schools in six coastal townships in Changhua County on August 2nd.
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Taiwan Offshore Wind Industry Association (TOWIA) clarified on recent reports that typhoons have failed to increase the amount of offshore wind turbine power generated
Aug. 01 2023
Taiwan Offshore Wind Industry Association (TOWIA) clarified on recent reports that typhoons have failed to increase the amount of offshore wind turbine power generated
Regarding the doubts about the increase in offshore wind power generation during typhoons, TOWIA explained that the peripheral circulation of typhoons in the southern waters of Taiwan was blocked by the Central Mountain Range, resulting in a general lack of wind or reduced wind power in western Taiwan. As a result, offshore wind turbines could not generate electricity during the typhoon.
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CI Wind Power Development Receives Third Consecutive Honor in HR Asia's Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2023 Awards
Jul. 21 2023
CI Wind Power Development Receives Third Consecutive Honor in HR Asia's Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2023 Awards
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) - Copenhagen Infrastructure Wind Power Development Co. Ltd (CI Wind Power Development), stood out in the 2023 HR Asia Awards as the Best Employer in Asia for the third time. This award, organized by the reputable HR Asia magazine, is based on survey data and online audits, with active participation from employees through questionnaires. CI Wind Power Development excelled in three key aspects, core values, employees, and teams, while scoring significantly higher than the average of other participating companies in Taiwan.
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SSICON Student Sustainable Innovation Annual Meeting Driving Collaboration between Industry, Government, and Academia for the Establishment of a Sustainable Talent Incubation Platform.
Jul. 14 2023
SSICON Student Sustainable Innovation Annual Meeting Driving Collaboration between Industry, Government, and Academia for the Establishment of a Sustainable Talent Incubation Platform.
The first student-initiated sustainability conference, "SSICON Student Sustainable Innovation Conference," was held on 8th July 2023. The conference focused on sustainable talent incubation and involved the collaboration of over 18 student communities and social entrepreneurship organizations. The student-led event, initiated by 21 university students from 14 schools, holds significant importance in Taiwan and attracted over 300 young online and offline participants. VickyHsueh, Chief Human Resources Officer, believes that "it is not theories that inspire people to change, but the process of finding practical actions to act."
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CSBC Completed "Green Jade" for the "Green Jade" Commissioned by CDWE and Held the Delivery Ceremony on June 30th
Jun. 30 2023
CSBC Completed "Green Jade" for the "Green Jade" Commissioned by CDWE and Held the Delivery Ceremony on June 30th
China Ship Building Corporation (CSBC) completed all tests and obtained the certificate for the “Green Jade '' commissioned by CSBC-DEME Wind Engineering (CDWE) at the end of June this year as scheduled. The delivery ceremony was held this morning (30th June 2023)
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CIP and Export Credit Banks Audit Progress of Changfang and Xidao Wind Farms in Taiwan
Jun. 19 2023
CIP and Export Credit Banks Audit Progress of Changfang and Xidao Wind Farms in Taiwan
Denmark offshore wind developer CIP, along with a consortium of seven export credit banks comprising over 60 individuals, is set to arrive in Taiwan on the 26th of June. They will be joined by domestic and international host banks and syndicate banks, making a total of over a hundred people who will travel offshore to conduct an audit of the wind farm project located off the coast of Changhua.
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The 3.1 auction of developers is expected to complete the signing of administrative contracts by the end of June
Jun. 12 2023
The 3.1 auction of developers is expected to complete the signing of administrative contracts by the end of June
Da Tian wind farm will not sign the contract. Despite some uncertainties, the majority of the wind farms have gradually clarified their stance, leading to the finalization of the block development plan.
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President Ing-Wen Tsai attended the fourth "National Oceans Day Taiwan" event
Jun. 11 2023
President Ing-Wen Tsai attended the fourth "National Oceans Day Taiwan" event
The fourth National Oceans Day Taiwan event, which began on June 8th, is a three-day spectacular event held at the Kaohsiung Music Center. On the opening day, President Ing-Wen Tsai attended the celebration ceremony in person, along with many government officials, including Bi-Ling Kuan, Minister of the Ocean Affairs Council (OAC), and Chi-Mai Chen, Mayor of Kaohsiung City, as well as domestic and foreign dignitaries, including 14 ambassadors and representatives from embassies and representative offices in Taiwan.
