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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｜Masdar and EDF Joint Venture Launch Emerge Project to Construct 60 MW Solar Photovoltaic Plant in Sharjah, UAE．Korea Announces Membership in the Global Offshore Wind Alliance (GOWA)．ACWA Power Secures Deal for 5.5 GW Solar Projects in Saudi Arabia
Jul. 10 2024
OMNI Features｜Masdar and EDF Joint Venture Launch Emerge Project to Construct 60 MW Solar Photovoltaic Plant in Sharjah, UAE．Korea Announces Membership in the Global Offshore Wind Alliance (GOWA)．ACWA Power Secures Deal for 5.5 GW Solar Projects in Saudi Arabia
Emerge, a joint venture between Masdar and the EDF Group, has commenced construction on SNOC's 60MWp solar plant in Sharjah, UAE. This photovoltaic array is the largest solar installation in the city to date and is expected to offset 66,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually, equivalent to removing over 14,600 cars from the road each year. The plant, located at SNOC's Sajaa Gas Complex, aligns with SNOC's commitment to decarbonization and its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2032.
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OMNI Features｜Ministry of Economic Affairs Supports the DPP and TPP Versions of the Electricity Price Review Mechanism Amendments．HSBC lends $23m for Malaysian firm's Vietnam solar project
Jul. 10 2024
OMNI Features｜Ministry of Economic Affairs Supports the DPP and TPP Versions of the Electricity Price Review Mechanism Amendments．HSBC lends $23m for Malaysian firm's Vietnam solar project
Today, negotiations among the Legislative Yuan's party caucuses regarding Article 49 of the Electricity Act failed to reach a consensus. Both the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) caucus and the Taiwan People's Party (TPP) caucus proposed amendments aimed at enhancing the professionalism and impartiality of the Electricity Price Review Committee. The Ministry of Economic Affairs expressed its support for the development of a more professional and transparent electricity price review mechanism.
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Reiniforcing Taiwan's Grid Resilience with Virtual Power Plants (VPPs)
Jul. 10 2024
Reiniforcing Taiwan's Grid Resilience with Virtual Power Plants (VPPs)
A VPP connects and aggregates flexible energy resources from within the community. Flexible energy resources can include onsite backup generators, battery storage systems, and flexible demand (known as Demand Response). The combined energy flexibility of participants in a VPP is offered to grid operators to help keep the lights on by providing a large, coordinated reduction in grid demand in critical grid periods. VPPs provide an equivalent benefit to a power generator coming online, and can provide this service very quickly.
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Taiwan Offshore Wind 3-2 Auction Announcement Officially: 6 Offshore Wind Projects Granted
Jul. 09 2024
Taiwan Offshore Wind 3-2 Auction Announcement Officially: 6 Offshore Wind Projects Granted
Today (9th), the Ministry of Economic Affairs officially announced the developer selection and price ranking for Phase 3-2 of offshore wind power zonal development. A total of 6 developers, participating with eight offshore wind farm projects, underwent scoring and price ranking. Ultimately, 6 wind farms advanced to the ranking stage, with the final order as follows: Shinfox Energy (Yuanta), SRE (Formosa 6), Ørsted (Greater Changhua 3), CIP (Fengmiao II), Corio (Haidian I), and Enervest (InfraVest, DeShuai).
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The Ministry of Economic Affairs and the State of Texas Sign a Statement of Intent for Economic Development, Deepening Taiwan-U.S. Economic and Trade Partnership
Jul. 08 2024
The Ministry of Economic Affairs and the State of Texas Sign a Statement of Intent for Economic Development, Deepening Taiwan-U.S. Economic and Trade Partnership
Minister of Economic Affairs, J.W. Kuo, and Texas Governor, Greg Abbott jointly signed the "Taiwan-Texas Economic Development Statement of Intent" on the 7th. This establishes a foundation for strengthening bilateral trade, investment, and industrial cooperation in fields such as semiconductors, electric vehicles, energy resilience, and innovative technologies, further deepening the Taiwan-U.S. economic and trade partnership.
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OMNI Features｜A New Milestone in Taiwan's Economy: Investment Amount in Three Major Programs Surpasses NT$2.3 Trillion．Research on Vibration and Magnetic Fields in Offshore Wind Power Generation Indicates Minimal Impact on Sharks
Jul. 08 2024
OMNI Features｜A New Milestone in Taiwan's Economy: Investment Amount in Three Major Programs Surpasses NT$2.3 Trillion．Research on Vibration and Magnetic Fields in Offshore Wind Power Generation Indicates Minimal Impact on Sharks
On the 5th, the InvesTaiwan Service Center announced the addition of three companies to its investment expansion initiative. These include Molie Quantum Energy Corporation under the "Returning Taiwanese Businesses" program, and AT-HOME ENTERPRISE CO., LTD. and CD Great Industry Co., Ltd. under the "Small and Medium Enterprises" program. To date, the "Three Major Programs to Invest in Taiwan" have attracted 1,506 companies, with investments exceeding NT$2.3208 trillion, estimated to create 152,614 local employment opportunities. Specifically, the "Action Plan for Welcoming Taiwanese Businesses to Return and Invest" has seen 313 companies invest approximately NT$1.2867 trillion, creating 87,706 jobs; the "Action Plan for Accelerating Investment by SMEs" has 1,004 companies investing about NT$474.7 billion, creating 36,656 jobs, with another 21 companies awaiting review.
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Insight Kaohsiung｜HSR Pingtung-Zuoying Project Faces Risks; Kaohsiung Project May Revive．Intense Competition for the Kaohsiung MRT Orange Line Weiwuying Joint Development Project．Kaohsiung MRT Yellow Line Y15 Station Joint Development Project to Prioritize Establishing Corporate Headquarters
Jul. 07 2024
Insight Kaohsiung｜HSR Pingtung-Zuoying Project Faces Risks; Kaohsiung Project May Revive．Intense Competition for the Kaohsiung MRT Orange Line Weiwuying Joint Development Project．Kaohsiung MRT Yellow Line Y15 Station Joint Development Project to Prioritize Establishing Corporate Headquarters
The High-Speed Rail (HSR) Pingtung-Zuoying Project is currently in the Department of Planning stage. However, the phase 2 Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) has yet to be conducted. The engineering community has expressed concerns about the Zuoying route's future operational risks. There is a possibility that the Kaohsiung project, previously considered in the feasibility study, may be revived. The Railway Bureau, MOTC, has discreetly acknowledged that the route has not yet been confirmed.
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Dedicated to Offshore Wind and Marine Conservation Taiya Renewable Energy Launches Coral Restoration in Penghu, Taiwan
Jul. 05 2024
Dedicated to Offshore Wind and Marine Conservation Taiya Renewable Energy Launches Coral Restoration in Penghu, Taiwan
Taiwan local offshore wind developer, Taiya Renewable Energy (TRE) today (5th), TRE announced its coral restoration initiative in Penghu, aiming to preserve the county's vital marine assets. In collaboration with Penghu Marine Life Propagation, the Ocean Citizens Foundation, and Poseidon Water Sports Club, TRE launched the "Coral Restoration Action" in Suogang Village, Penghu. K.D. Wu, Chairman of TRE and the CEO, along with colleagues, planted coral and observed the marine ecosystem firsthand, enhancing Penghu's marine biodiversity.
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EnergyOMNI's ROC (Renewables On Campus) Campus Lecture Inspires Law Students
Jul. 05 2024
EnergyOMNI's ROC (Renewables On Campus) Campus Lecture Inspires Law Students
EnergyOMNI Enera Media Ltd.'s ROC (Renewables On Campus) campus lecture continues to gain momentum, arriving at the School of Law, Soochow University on May 30 to share the intricacies of renewable energy with liberal arts students for the first time. The seminar's topics included "A Practical Overview of Carbon Issues" and "The Challenges of Offshore Wind Development and Ecological Balance."
