Taiwan Launches Round 3 Offshore Wind Zonal Development Auction Mechanism with 3.6GW Capacity Target

On the 27th, the MOEA announced the "Directions for Allocating Installed Capacity of Offshore Wind Potential Zones" guidelines for offshore wind zonal development Round 3, following 2 briefing sessions and 3 stakeholder consultation meetings. The application process will commence on April 1, 2026, with a six-month preparation period provided to developers. Submissions will close on September 30, and the selection results are scheduled to be announced before the end of the year.

Round 3 will allocate a total capacity of 3.6 GW, with projects expected to be completed and connected to the grid between 2030 and 2031. The selection mechanism emphasizes developers' execution capabilities, including development track record (35%), financial strength (30%), and project execution capacity (35%), with a minimum qualifying score of 70 points. ESG planning (15%) and energy resilience (5%) are incorporated into the evaluation criteria, with ESG metrics covering local industrial and economic contributions, environmental sustainability, and corporate social responsibility.

To further incentivize project delivery, the program introduces an extended power sales period of up to five years for projects that achieve early completion and demonstrate strong local engagement. In addition to the continued use of Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPA), a floor price of NT$2.29 per kWh has been introduced to facilitate financing and mitigate development risks. A new capacity expansion mechanism also allows awarded developers to increase their allocated capacity by up to 50%, enhancing efficient utilization of maritime space.

As of March 26, 2026, Taiwan's cumulative offshore wind installed capacity has reached 4.5 GW, comprising 482 turbines. The MOEA noted that the transparent and competitive selection framework will further strengthen Taiwan's position as the world's fifth-largest offshore wind market, ensuring a stable green energy supply and advancing toward net-zero carbon emissions.