US President Joe Biden announced sweeping tariffs on multiple Chinese goods on May 14. Industry experts said China's lithium-ion battery exports will likely take a significant hit while the solar sector is less unlikely to be disrupted.
How does an aerospace juggernaut redefine its horizons? Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC) has taken a bold step into energy solutions, capitalizing on the parallels between aircraft propulsion and power generation.
The US is poised to take a tough stance on China's clean energy products. The Biden administration reportedly will soon announce new tariffs on China-made EVs, solar goods, and other products, with EVs likely seeing their levy quadruple.
In the realm of "decarbonization"-spawned green business opportunities, the spotlight shines brightly on low-carbon hydrogen, an arena deemed indispensable in the medium to long term. Taiwan has earmarked hydrogen energy as one of the twelve pivotal strategies for its transformative journey towards net-zero emissions.
As emerging applications such as 5G, AIoT, and EV gradually ascend, the blueprint for smart cities becomes increasingly discernible. At this juncture, power supply and new energy sources assume pivotal roles, given that the aforementioned domains are all voracious consumers of energy.
At the heart of net-zero transformation lies a multifaceted approach encompassing energy production, storage, and conservation. Industry titans and policymakers are forging ahead, recognizing the imperative to steer towards a greener, more sustainable future.
In the global race to decarbonize, hydrogen is gaining traction as a potential game-changer. However, significant hurdles remain before the lightest element can realize its heavy ambitions, industry experts warned.
STMicroelectronics is making significant progress towards its ambitious sustainability targets. According to its latest sustainability report, the European chipmaker reported using 71% renewable electricity in 2023, marking an increase from 62% the previous year.
Dutch equipment giant ASML recently announced its commitment to achieving "net-zero" emissions, including those from its customers, by 2040. This move is reshaping standards in the semiconductor industry, making RE100 not only a customer requirement but potentially influencing the procurement priority for advanced semiconductor equipment.
AI Expo Taiwan 2024 was opened on April 24, with more than 20,000 people visiting the event on the first day. Jack Sun, who retired as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of TSMC and is currently Dean of the Industry Academia Innovation School (IAIS) of National Yangming-Chiaotung University, revealed a secret about TSMC in his keynote speech.
The ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea region have disrupted a crucial maritime trade artery, with far-reaching consequences for global supply chains, carbon emissions, and economic opportunities in Africa.
Taiwan-based HD Renewable Energy (HDRE) is expanding its business scope from energy storage and solar energy to EV charging. Jason Chou, HDRE's general manager, said the company will establish joint ventures in Taiwan with local partner Shihlin Electric &Engineering. The pair plans to bring their charging venture to Japan.
India almost doubled its imports of silicon wafers from China in 2023, highlighting India's expansion in solar cells and modules amid rising dependence on China's materials.