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UK–Taiwan Celebrate 20 Years of Renewable Energy Partnership; Advancing Toward a Net-Zero Future
Apr. 09 2026
UK–Taiwan Celebrate 20 Years of Renewable Energy Partnership; Advancing Toward a Net-Zero Future
The British Office Taipei and Taiwan's Energy Administration under the Ministry of Economic Affairs jointly hosted the "UK–Taiwan 20th Anniversary Renewable Energy Gala Dinner" on April 1, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Taipei. The event brought together senior government officials and industry representatives from both sides. UK Trade Envoy to Taiwan, Lord Faulkner of Worcester, and Director-General Chuang Ming-chi attended the event, marking two decades of close collaboration and celebrating the remarkable evolution of offshore wind energy from early-stage planning to a mature industry.
Taiwan Launches Round 3 Offshore Wind Zonal Development Auction Mechanism with 3.6GW Capacity Target
Mar. 31 2026
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.
AI-driven Fossil Power Growth for Taiwan Semiconductors Risks 90 lives, Half a Billion USD in Economic Losses by 2030
Mar. 25 2026
AI-driven Fossil Power Growth for Taiwan Semiconductors Risks 90 lives, Half a Billion USD in Economic Losses by 2030
A joint report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) and Greenpeace estimates that continued reliance on fossil-based electricity could result in approximately 90 premature deaths, 19,000 work absences, and 277 cases of childhood asthma, alongside economic losses of up to USD 500 million by 2030.
Formosa 2 Achieves Landmark Refinancing, Setting Multiple Milestones for Taiwan and APAC Offshore Wind
Mar. 25 2026
Formosa 2 Achieves Landmark Refinancing, Setting Multiple Milestones for Taiwan and APAC Offshore Wind
Formosa 2 Offshore Wind Farm (Formosa 2) on 23rd announced the successful completion of its refinancing, securing approximately NT$58.9 billion. This transaction marks the first completed offshore wind refinancing in both Taiwan and the Asia-Pacific region. The deal received an enthusiastic response from the financial market, achieving more than two times oversubscription and setting a new benchmark in Taiwan's offshore wind financing history.
South Korea Introduces Government-Led Offshore Wind Zoning System to Streamline Development
Mar. 24 2026
South Korea Introduces Government-Led Offshore Wind Zoning System to Streamline Development
The South Korean government is set to overhaul its offshore wind power development framework by introducing a planned site designation system, under which suitable locations will be identified in advance by the state. In parallel, a pan-governmental integrated body will handle permitting procedures in a streamlined manner, replacing the fragmented approval process previously led by private developers.
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OMNI Features｜Washington Plans Up to 3,521% Tariffs on Southeast Asian Solar Panels．Sinopec Unveils Global Energy Forecast to 2060 at Event in Saudi Arabia
Apr. 28 2025
OMNI Features｜Washington Plans Up to 3,521% Tariffs on Southeast Asian Solar Panels．Sinopec Unveils Global Energy Forecast to 2060 at Event in Saudi Arabia
The U.S. government is considering imposing tariffs of up to 3,521% on solar panels imported from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, citing allegations that these products benefit from subsidies provided by the Chinese government. According to an investigation initiated in April 2024 by the U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration (ITA), the case has been identified as a "rare example of transnational subsidization."
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New Energy and Carbon Market Business Opportunities Forum｜Comprehensive "Energy" Development and "Carbon" Quest for the Future
Apr. 25 2025
New Energy and Carbon Market Business Opportunities Forum｜Comprehensive "Energy" Development and "Carbon" Quest for the Future
Amid the impact of reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States, will global ESG development face new headwinds? How should companies respond to this survival battle? As the transition to net-zero becomes an irreversible global trend, is your company ready with a solid strategy?
At this critical moment, two leading net-zero information platforms, RECCESSARY and EnergyOMNI, are joining forces to organize the New Energy and Carbon Market Business Opportunities Forum. The event will bring together industry leaders and experts to analyze global trends, industry challenges, and emerging opportunities, providing key strategies for future carbon reduction efforts.
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Shinfox Energy Celebrates Earth Day by Partnering with the "Forest Creation Alliance" to Plant Trees and Promote Sustainable Carbon Reduction
Apr. 23 2025
Shinfox Energy Celebrates Earth Day by Partnering with the "Forest Creation Alliance" to Plant Trees and Promote Sustainable Carbon Reduction
Shinfox Energy and its subsidiaries have launched a comprehensive tree-planting and afforestation initiative as part of their sustainable carbon reduction efforts. Ahead of Earth Day, Shinfox Energy completed annual tree-planting operation in a newly established forestation area in Chishang, Taitung (south of the Southern Cross-Island Highway). Shinfox Energy also joined New Taipei City Government's "One Million People Plant One Million Trees" campaign and supported the "Earth Solutions" initiative led by 5% Design Action. The initiative, promoted by Fox Forest and the "Corporate Forest Creation Alliance," emphasizes large-scale afforestation as a nature-based solution.
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Seanergy 2025: France's international event on offshore renewable energy will be officially launch on June 17-18
Apr. 23 2025
Seanergy 2025: France's international event on offshore renewable energy will be officially launch on June 17-18
Organised by Bluesign, Seanergy - the annual event dedicated to Offshore Renewable Energy in France - provides a unique platform for international stakeholders to gather, exchange ideas, and showcase innovations in marine renewable energy and offshore wind technologies.
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PwC Taiwan Proposes 3 Strategies for Taiwanese Businesses in ASEAN to Address Trump's Tariff Shock
Apr. 23 2025
PwC Taiwan Proposes 3 Strategies for Taiwanese Businesses in ASEAN to Address Trump's Tariff Shock
On April 2, U.S. President Trump announced a new policy enforcing reciprocal tariff rates. Although implementation has been temporarily paused for 90 days, it has already caused global trade turmoil. The uncertainty becomes the new norm in international trade. As one of the key regions exporting to the U.S., ASEAN countries swiftly responded, launching trade negotiations with the U.S. Vietnam and Cambodia were the first to express willingness to lower import tariffs on U.S. goods. Meanwhile, Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia have all indicated plans to increase imports from the U.S. to reduce trade deficits, and none of them plan to impose retaliatory tariffs—each is striving to find solutions to mitigate the impact of U.S. tariffs.
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CIP's Fengmiao Phase 1 Offshore Wind Farm Becomes Google's Inaugural Offshore Wind Procurement in Taiwan and APAC
Apr. 22 2025
CIP's Fengmiao Phase 1 Offshore Wind Farm Becomes Google's Inaugural Offshore Wind Procurement in Taiwan and APAC
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), through its fifth flagship fund (Copenhagen Infrastructure V, CI V), announced today (April 22) that its Fengmiao Phase 1 offshore wind farm has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Google in March. This marks Google's first offshore wind power procurement in both Taiwan and the Asia-Pacific region.
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Google Advances Clean‐Energy Strategy in Taiwan with First Offshore Wind PPA in APAC Region
Apr. 22 2025
Google Advances Clean‐Energy Strategy in Taiwan with First Offshore Wind PPA in APAC Region
Today, Google announced a new milestone in its Taiwan clean‐energy roadmap: a partnership with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) to sign its first offshore wind power purchase agreement (PPA) in Taiwan and the wider Asia‐Pacific region. This landmark agreement will enable Google to leverage wind resources to power its operations in Taiwan.
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Relectrify Dramatically Improves Economics of Energy Storage for Taiwanese Businesses With Novel Inverterless Battery Energy Storage System
Apr. 17 2025
Relectrify Dramatically Improves Economics of Energy Storage for Taiwanese Businesses With Novel Inverterless Battery Energy Storage System
Relectrify, a leading battery storage innovator recently recognized by Time Magazine as one of the world's top greentech companies, today announced its entry into Taiwan bringing a disruptive proposition to the market that will help reduce energy costs for Taiwanese businesses. Manufactured here in Taiwan, Relectrify's AC1 battery energy storage product delivers the best capacity retention in the industry, offering a compelling investment for commercial and industrial energy users seeking to take control of their energy future and reduce operational costs.
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CIP Foundation Local Supply Chain Assistance Program Successfully Completed – Four Companies Certified by DNV
Apr. 15 2025
CIP Foundation Local Supply Chain Assistance Program Successfully Completed – Four Companies Certified by DNV
To promote the development of Taiwan's local foundation industry and enhance quality standards, the "Foundation Local Supply Chain Assistance Program," initiated by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) as part of the investment in the Changfang and Xidao offshore wind farms, has recently been successfully completed. The program was executed by internationally renowned third-party certification body DNV, which conducted factory certifications for local suppliers with experience in foundation production. A certification ceremony was held today (Apr 11) to recognize the companies that passed the evaluation.
