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August 06, 2024
Understanding carbon credits: A guide to Taiwan's carbon credit trading and regulatory landscape
While carbon dioxide is seen as the primary culprit of global warming, carbon credits are treated as a tradable commodity in financial markets. This article will explore what carbon credits are, how they can be obtained through activities like tree planti
August 05, 2024
China shifts to total emissions control as it aims for 2030 carbon peak
To accelerate reaching peak carbon emissions by 2030, China is gradually transitioning its carbon reduction targets from an economic growth-based approach to a total emission control system, marking a shift from past methods.
August 05, 2024
Global surge in AI sparks race for green data centers
With AI's huge energy demands driving up carbon emissions, "green data centers" have emerged, drawing investments from tech companies like Google and Microsoft to meet increasing computing power demand while minimizing environmental impact. Southeast Asia
August 05, 2024
Will ‘loss and damage’ climate funding reach ocean communities?
The compensation fund could help fishers from small island and coastal states, but many challenges remain.
August 02, 2024
Green energy unveiled: Types, analysis, and Taiwan’s renewable revolution
In addition to aligning with international environmental trends, renewable energy can enhance a company’s social responsibility image, attracting more consumers and investors. This article will introduce what green energy is, its types, and the trends wor
August 02, 2024
Tripling reusability: Carbon Shuttle Technology's innovative recycling revolutionizes metal extraction
Taiwan’s Carbon Shuttle Technology has developed a new material that reduces carbon emissions by 66% and lowers the need for incineration.
August 01, 2024
New SBTi research highlights importance of carbon credit quality, expert says
SBTi's draft on Scope 3 carbon credits is delayed, with a report showing most carbon credits fail to meet climate goals. Industry researcher warns that this highlights the increasing importance of carbon credit quality.
August 01, 2024
State of the climate: 2024 now very likely to be warmest year on record
As 2024 passes its midpoint, the global climate continues to push into uncharted territory. Carbon Brief’s analysis indicates a 95% probability that this year will surpass 2023 as the warmest year on record.
July 26, 2024
Can Paris 2024 fulfill its promise of the greenest Olympics ever?
The 2024 Paris Olympics begin today, marking the city's third time hosting the Games in a century. It aims to be the "greenest Olympics in history," with a strong focus on sustainability and environmental protection.
July 22, 2024
Truth behind Amazon's 100% renewable energy claim
Amazon has released the 2023 Sustainability Report, highlighting a significant milestone of achieving 100% renewable energy use, seven years ahead of its 2030 target. However, this achievement has been met with skepticism from within the company.