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December 15, 2023

Taiwan greenlights sales of self-generated PV power to electricity retailers

The Ministry of Economic Affairs announced on Dec. 14 that self-generated green energy (Type 2 and 3 solar plants) can now be sold to renewable energy retailers, which can then resell it to corporate users. The policy change is estimated to contribute an

December 12, 2023

More companies set internal prices to manage carbon risk

COP28 has officially concluded. While the global carbon price is not set to be standardized, the concept of "carbon pricing" has begun to ferment. Governments and large corporations alike have established carbon pricing mechanisms.

December 12, 2023

Taiwan exchange set to kick off trading for first batch carbon credits

The Taiwan Carbon Solution Exchange (TCX) will start trading carbon credits on Dec. 22, offering international credits from seven countries in Asia, Africa, and South America at a price of US$5 to US$15 per metric ton of CO2 equivalent.

November 30, 2023

Taipower’s Round 2 auction for renewables awards 60 companies

Taipower has announced results of its Round 2 auction for small-amount green electricity on Nov. 30, with 60 companies winning contracts, with the new bundle of “100,000 kWh for five-year period” receiving the most bids.

November 29, 2023

Virgin Atlantic’s first 100% SAF flight showcase the potential of low carbon options

A Virgin Atlantic passenger jet powered by 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) successfully completed a London-to-New York jaunt on November 28 to showcase the potential of low-carbon options that make up a tiny fraction of the industry's fuel mix.

November 23, 2023

Taiwan circular economy forum explores sustainability solutions

The 2023 Taiwan Circular Economy Forum held during the Sustainable Taiwan Expo in Kaohsiung from Nov. 22 to 24 brought together experts across industries to discuss challenges and solutions to build a green supply chain.

November 21, 2023

Okinawa Electric power plans to trial hydrogen co-firing for emissions reduction

Japan's Okinawa Electric Power plans to begin a trial of co-firing hydrogen at a commercial gas-fired power plant from March 2024 to reduce CO2 emissions, its president said on Nov. 17.

November 20, 2023

Taiwan companies with strongest carbon commitments yield better stock returns

Business Weekly published survey results for Taiwan's top 100 firms' carbon competitiveness at Carbon Competitiveness Summit 2023 on Nov. 17. Report indicates 73% of these companies had higher stock prices than peers.

November 14, 2023

Sustainable Taiwan Expo 2023 to unveil new green opportunities

The Sustainable Taiwan Expo 2023 will return for its 4th edition on Nov. 22 through 24 at Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, unlocking trade opportunities across the green supply chain.