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Monday 28 April 2025

Geothermal energy emerges as rare bipartisan priority in divided US energy landscape

Geothermal energy has become one of the few areas of consensus in America's polarized energy policy debate, garnering support from both the Biden administration and the incoming Trump administration for different but complementary reasons.

Monday 28 April 2025

Johor data center index grows; AI supercomputer expected to launch in 3Q25

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), jointly established through contracts signed by Malaysia's Johor state and Singapore, has recently become a focal point for the entire Southeast Asian supply chain. This week, the JS-SEZ Business and Investment Forum was held in Johor Bahru, where stakeholders exchanged views on the future development of the economic zone.

Friday 18 April 2025

Taiwan seeks stability as Trump's policies shake climate and trade norms

On April 17, Taiwan's Legislative Yuan convened senior officials from the Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Economic Affairs, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs to assess the potential impact of the US's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and explore strategies to mitigate industrial disruption from possible reciprocal tariffs.

Wednesday 16 April 2025

Taiwan-Palau to advance zero-carbon shipping, energy projects

Acer founder Stan Shih, senior economic advisor to Palau, announced on April 15 that Taiwan and Palau will launch collaborative initiatives in zero-carbon shipping and renewable energy sectors under the Partnership Initiative, aiming to create economic opportunities that could attract US-based Palauans back to their homeland.

Tuesday 15 April 2025

AUO showcases sustainable solutions at Touch Taiwan 2025

AUO is underscoring its dedication to sustainable transformation at the 2025 Touch Taiwan exhibition. Making its fifth appearance in the "Net Zero Carbon Emission and New Energy Zone," AUO is presenting innovations under the theme "Beyond ESG, Partnering for Green Solution." The focus is on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and circular economy practices.

Saturday 12 April 2025

E-Formula stresses integrated projects for energy transition

E-Formula Technologies is actively growing its presence overseas with governmental and private sector partnerships in the Philippines and Japan, providing integrated smart energy services as part of the global trend toward net-zero emissions. According to company chairman Peter Chang, the only path to a truly economically valuable energy solution is by integrating energy saving, generation, and storage services.

Wednesday 9 April 2025

ITRI urges Taiwan industries to pursue 'blue ocean' markets with tech innovation amidst tariff headwinds

While the aggressive US tariff policy is heaping heavy pressure on Taiwan's industrial operations and strategic planning, Edwin Liu, president of the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), emphasized that Taiwan must turn this crisis into an opportunity for transformation. He urged Taiwanese industries to avoid destructive price wars in saturated markets and instead target niche or "blue ocean" opportunities, leveraging the island's technological strengths to stay ahead.

Wednesday 9 April 2025

Taiwan Cement partners with three major players to form Europe's largest EV charging alliance

Taiwan Cement's (TCC) European subsidiary, Atlante, which focuses on energy storage and electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging services, has announced the establishment of Spark Alliance in collaboration with three leading charging service providers: France's Electra, the Netherlands' Fastned, and Germany's Ionity. This new alliance is currently the largest and most comprehensive EV charging station coalition in Europe.

Wednesday 2 April 2025

Foxconn expands third-party ESG audits to nine global facilities, achieves 89% compliance

Foxconn is broadening its third-party environmental, social, and governance audit program to nine facilities across China, Vietnam, Malaysia, India, and Mexico in 2024, as the iPhone assembler strengthens its sustainability efforts globally.

Wednesday 2 April 2025

Trump tariffs proliferate while EU carbon border tax faces delay

Global trade tensions are escalating as US President Donald Trump implements widespread tariffs in his second term, while the European Union's ambitious carbon border tax faces a potential one-year delay, further complicating the outlook for international carbon markets.

Saturday 29 March 2025

Trump's energy policy shifts affect growth in US renewable energy sector; Texas faces potential setbacks

The Trump administration is disrupting US energy policies with executive orders that roll back clean energy initiatives and emphasize fossil fuels. In February, Trump established the National Energy Dominance Council to guide energy policy, highlighting traditional resources while notably excluding wind and solar power.

Friday 28 March 2025

AI Expo 2025: PLAB Technology to bridge edge AI innovation and hardware through one-stop PCB solutions

As edge AI adoption accelerates, printed circuit boards (PCBs) play a crucial role in bridging AI and hardware. Serving as the foundation for electronic components, PCBs enable seamless integration of AI-driven applications. Taiwan-based PLAB Technology leverages its one-stop PCB expertise to support innovation across industries, from semiconductors to smart devices.

Friday 28 March 2025

Taiwan's Ally Logistics expands smart logistics footprint across Asia-Pacific

Ally Logistics shared its vision for smart transportation development at the Yushan Forum 2025, highlighting that Taiwan's logistics industry faces a pivotal transformation amid ESG requirements and global supply chain restructuring.

Wednesday 26 March 2025

Chung-Hsin Electric follows chip supply chain to US, eyes production capacity increase by 20%

Chung-Hsin Electric and Machinery Manufacturing (CHEM) CEO and President, Hui-Chuan Kuo, announced that the company secured a new order worth NT$3.5 billion (approx. US$110 million) in March 2025, bringing its current orders to NT$39.3 billion. The company's production capacity is set to increase by 20% by 2025, with priority given to GIS products for Japan. Additionally, CHEM plans to establish manufacturing facilities in the US alongside major semiconductor foundries.

Wednesday 26 March 2025

Electricity for chips: Taiwan rethinks energy policy to fuel AI growth

At a recent energy sustainability forum hosted by the K. T. Li Foundation in Taipei, key voices from Taiwan's public and private sectors offered a frank look at the island's energy challenges and ambitions.

Monday 24 March 2025

Delta Electronics drives smart city innovation with renewable energy solutions

Delta Electronics is leveraging its expertise in power and automation to deliver integrated smart city solutions focused on sustainability and efficiency for global urban development.

Saturday 22 March 2025

Taiwan to subsidize smart pole rollout as costs and business models remain challenging

Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs plans to introduce new subsidies in 2025 to accelerate smart pole deployment across municipalities, with each local government targeting 1,000 units and a budget of NT$250 million (US$7.9 million).

Friday 14 March 2025

2025 SCSE sees 28% surge in visitor numbers

The 12th Smart City Summit and Expo (SCSE) is set to open on March 18 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2. According to the Taiwan Smart City Solutions Alliance (TSSA) chairman Alex Chien, 2025 SCSE will focus on AI applications, smart governance, deep energy savings, virtual power plants (VPP), net-zero sustainability, and global co-creation, with participants including Tatung, Secom, Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, Acer, Syscom, Mitac, Teco, Far EasTone Telecommunications (FET), Foxconn, Asus, and Quanta.

Thursday 13 March 2025

Taiwan's industrial sector recognizes benefits of recycled water, but adoption faces hurdles

Taiwan's industrial sector is increasingly recognizing the advantages of reclaimed water, yet overall adoption remains limited due to several key challenges that must be addressed to accelerate its penetration, according to Nien-ying Hu, president of Rih Ding Water Enterprise, a water management subsidiary of Radium Life Tech Group.

Thursday 13 March 2025

ASE, Ainos leverage AI-driven gas analytics to revolutionize semiconductor manufacturing

ASE Technology Holding, a global leader in semiconductor packaging and testing, is partnering with Ainos to integrate AI-powered scent digitization into semiconductor manufacturing. Using Ainos' proprietary AI Nose technology, the collaboration will convert airborne chemical data—Smell IDs—into actionable insights to improve process efficiency, environmental monitoring, and ESG compliance.

Wednesday 12 March 2025

Formosa Smart Energy, TCC spearhead green talent recruitment amid net-zero push

With the global push for net-zero carbon emissions, the green energy industry is rapidly expanding, creating a surge in demand for skilled professionals. In response, Taiwan Cement Corp. (TCC) and Formosa Smart Energy, a subsidiary of Formosa Plastics Group, have launched major recruitment initiatives to attract "green collar" talent and capitalize on emerging business opportunities.

Tuesday 11 March 2025

Europe wrestles with EV depreciation and policy shifts

Since 2019, China's new energy vehicle market has rapidly expanded to comprise half of new car sales by 2024, though this has complicated the used car market. Meanwhile, Europe's transition to electric vehicles is facing challenges. As EV numbers grow, manufacturers strive to meet 2025 carbon reduction targets, creating a second-hand EV market similar to China's, where depreciation rates exceed expectations, making new EVs often cheaper than used ones.

Monday 10 March 2025

Dala Energy's E-Hero 3 upgrade to boost smart energy management

Dala Energy, a unit of Softstar, plans a major upgrade to its mobile charging robot, E-Hero 3, in 2025, integrating Battery-to-Grid (B2G) technology. The next-generation model will go beyond charging EVs, playing a pivotal role in smart energy management for businesses and cities.

Friday 7 March 2025

Jabil unveils 2024 sustainability report, major milestones in emissions reduction

Jabil Inc. has unveiled its 2024 Sustainability Progress Report, showcasing its significant advancements in meeting its five-year sustainability objectives. The report underscores Jabil's achievements in cutting operational greenhouse gas emissions, reducing waste sent to landfills, and contributing to the well-being of the communities where its employees reside and work.

Monday 3 March 2025

Flawless metal: How Apacer's AI optical inspection leaves no defect undetected

Apacer Technology Inc. provides metal manufacturers with customized high-precision defect detection equipment and automated integration services. The company continues to expand its service scope, now covering proactive smart disaster prevention, ESG energy monitoring, and industrial IoT (IIoT) visualization management to drive intelligent factory upgrades.

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