Carbon governance is an urgent task for all humans
During a keynote speech in Taipei, Nelson An-ping Chang, Chairman of Taiwan Cement Corporation, discusses the importance for all governments, corporations and people to pool resources together to reduce carbon emissions, because the future of humanity depends on it.
Taiwan must decarbonize building sector by 2050
Taiwan needs to commit to energy efficiency and offer incentives for decarbonization of buildings. RCI Engineering argues in an op-ed that the government must recognize the role buildings play in decarbonization.
Small EVs, large gains: Why nimble logistics vehicles are the solution to many problems
Since the outbreak of COVID, more and more people are shopping online. According to eMarketer, global e-commerce sales will exceed US$5 trillion by the end of 2022, and with this comes demand and challenges for logistics and transportation providers.
Why does L'Oréal Taiwan award female scientists?
Only one-third of undergraduate and graduate students studying science-related subjects were women, decreasing further to one-fourth in Ph.D. programs. Now L’Oréal, the cosmetics brand is trying to change this status quo.
Taiwan and the global energy transition - Tackling the 95%
Only 5% of all the renewable energy we need for energy transition have been built out and to achieve this goal, there are 3 remaining bottlenecks that can be done to fix the gap. What can be done?
Beyond green bonds – A call to develop solidarity-based finance
The financial industry has stepped up to embrace sustainability by embedding ESG considerations in their financing or investment toolkit. How can Taiwan forge a new path forward?
Net-Zero DIY in Taiwan
To stay competitive in the world of CBAM, ESG and RE100 initiatives, many companies around the world have built wind-turbines on site to produce renewable electricity for their own facility. How can Taiwanese companies keep up?
The path toward a more resilient circular supply chain network: The experience and best practical sharing from Taiwan
Taiwanese companies hold key roles in the global supply chain and utilize their advantages to develop circular supply chains with international brands. Therefore, the ECCT & the IDB wrote the report, “Circular Supply Chain Outlook for Taiwan and Europe”, based on previous cooperation experience.
How Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) could accelerate Taiwan’s decarbonization
Enel X and Gogoro are working together to help Taiwan’s decarbonization with a Vehicle-to-Grid network . How do Virtual Power Plants work and why would they enhance sustainability?
How can Taiwan's offshore wind suppliers be competitive internationally?
Taiwan has launched an ambitious energy transition plan, of which offshore wind power is an important pillar. However, there are many challenges ahead. What should Taiwan do to maintain its key position in the international offshore wind supply chain?
How Scania is helping Taiwan to decarbonize transportation
Scania is driving the shift towards a sustainable transport system. We are convinced that we as a company, as well as the world of transport, can be fossil free well ahead of 2050 as agreed in the Paris Agreement on Climate.
An Overview of Global Warming Sources from APEC, EU, and Taiwan
With the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, many countries have set the goal of achieving zero net carbon emissions by 2050. What is the current state of global greenhouse gas emissions? Does Taiwan have a chance to achieve zero net carbon emissions by 2050?
Driven by a common goal: How does Atlas Copco cut emissions?
Our innovations bring value to society, help our customers excel in all areas, and push entire segments ahead. Our purpose goes far beyond financial performance.
The path to resilience: Circular supply chain outlook for Taiwan and Europe
Taiwan has built a close partnership with European countries. As the EU has actively promoted the circular economy policy and related regulations, it is essential to enhance practical cooperation between Taiwanese industries and European brands.
Taiwan can’t build renewables if we can’t balance them
Taiwan wants to build a decarbonized future, but this will become a reality only if it could consume renewable energy at its full potential. Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) represent a form of power flexibility available today.
Taiwan needs social awareness to drive green finance
Promoting green investment should not only be the responsibility of the government, but also the ESG investors. How should the government encourage investors to invest in green finance?
Offshore wind industry: An opportunity to transform Taiwan’s ports and harbors
The offshore wind energy industry is an opportunity to transform Taiwan’s ports, but the road from ideas to reality might not be smooth. To provide necessary port facilities, what are the challenges of International Ports Corporation (TIPC) facing?
Taiwan contributes to drinking water quality improvement for the Philippines
Laguna de Bay is the largest lake in the Philippines. It has been covered by green algae harmful to water quality for many years, which makes locals worry about the safety of their drinking water. How does Taiwan help the Philippines improve the quality of local drinking water?
Is carbon neutrality a castle in the air for industrial enterprises?
To industrial enterprises, maintaining a balance in the interplay of economic and ecological interests is difficult. How does Bosch strike a balance between environmental and financial responsibilities of businesses ?
What we need to know about Taiwan’s marine waste
Marine debris is one of the most visible environmental problems in Taiwan. Learn about how TÜV Rheinland Taiwan and the EPA helped turn marine waste into eco-friendly clothing.
PwC Taiwan’s New Equation: Build trust and deliver sustained outcomes
PwC has played an important role in sustainable development. How does its new strategy help clients deliver sustained outcomes amid rising expectations for ESG performance?
It’s the end where we begin - Taiwan’s Circular Design
All endings are also beginnings. This is especially true in a world where the need to transition towards a circular economy is redefining waste as a valuable resource. Design is a critical enabler to open the door to circularity. Every decision made during the design phase will have an impact upon the end-of-life disposal and recyclability of the products, and the materials they’re made of.
How can Taipower lead Taiwan into carbon neutrality?
As Taiwan’s biggest electricity provider, Taipower is responsible for leading the country towards low-carbon power. Read about Taipower’s three strategies to facilitate a low-carbon transformation.
Circular IKEA in Taiwan: every product deserves many lives
As a well-known international brand selling home furnishings, IKEA announced that they will become a 100% circular business by 2030. What does circular mean to IKEA? And how should it be practiced in Taiwan?
How lighting helps combat climate change and pandemic
The covid-19 pandemic has had an enormous impact on global health and economies. Learn about how lighting can help reduce carbon emissions through horticulture and also make future workplaces much safer.
How does TCI commit to Net Zero through RE100?
In the global market, green manufacturing is the future, and manufacturers have a clear role to play. How does TCI commit to Net Zero through RE100?
Green Energy- Turning Taoyuan into a Smart Sustainable City
Taoyuan is the largest industrial city in Taiwan. With an industrial output of almost NT$ 3 trillion, the city accounts for around one-seventh of the country’s total power usage. How does the Taoyuan City Government develop green energy to make Taoyuan a sustainable smart city?
Chemistry lights up diversity and inclusion in Taiwan
How did Covestro Taiwan use science programs to let children understand the importance of DE&I? Let’s take a look at two successful cases.
Why did Unilever Taiwan stop using the word “normal” in product packaging?
Nowadays, sustainability has become the core of all businesses. We make more ambitious commitments for the next decade, which not only answers today’s changes in society and environment, but also shows our determination to live with our purpose.
Low-carbon hydrogen through CO₂ Capture - ALFE’s Zero-Emission Eco-Logistics in Taiwan
As the main gate of entering Taiwan with the biggest international airport located in, Taoyuan has great potential on becoming the “Hub of Eco-Logistics” in Taiwan with the support of diverse low-carbon/ green hydrogen applications.
How Taiwan office can limit business risks post-pandemic
Since the pandemic, the old building management methods and indicators have undergone a paradigm shift to focus on space comfort, safety conditions, and sustainability for better future management. How can Taiwan office limit business risks post-pandemic?
Achieving supply chain sustainability from supply network design
For international CPG companies, how can they drive supply chain sustainability? P&G Taiwan’s Supply Network Design (SND) may shed some light on this question.
How can the Legislative Yuan accelerate SDGs in Taiwan?
Climate change is no longer simply an environmental issue, but also an economic matter. To ensure that the administration is more responsive to the climate crisis, the UN SDGs Advisory Council has four major tasks.
In crisis, a new era of opportunity for Taiwan-Europe business relations
These past two years have seen extraordinary volatility and uncertainty worldwide. But these crises have also provided golden opportunities for Taiwan to build upon its strengths, and to forge closer ties with its partners in the European business community.
Why must Taiwan be a leader in the lithium-ion battery industry?
Taiwan definitely wants to take the lead in global semiconductor industries, but we do not need to sacrifice our environment to achieve this goal. It’s time for the Taiwanese government to build a stronger foundation on power supply for semiconductor industries.
Unconventional brand dedicated to selling impact
Do you care if the eggs you eat are from hens that are caged or free? Are they happy? Why should that even matter?
How renewable energy infrastructure could accelerate Asia’s green future
Renewable energy infrastructure poses one of the largest investments and development opportunities in Asia in the next 10 years. Solar and wind power have already proved their effectiveness in the region while also future-proofing the energy supply in Asia. In coming years, there will be significant opportunities in both developing and developed economies for green energy.