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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｜SECI Issues Bids For 400 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Projects．Moray Projects Contribute £700m GVA to UK．First Offshore Wind Power Project Equipped a Single Unit Capacity of 16 MW Turbines Successfully Connected to the Grid
Jul. 01 2024
OMNI Features｜SECI Issues Bids For 400 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Projects．Moray Projects Contribute £700m GVA to UK．First Offshore Wind Power Project Equipped a Single Unit Capacity of 16 MW Turbines Successfully Connected to the Grid
The Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) has issued a Request for Selection (RfS) for the development of 400 MW ISTS-connected (Inter State Transmission System) wind-solar hybrid power projects in India under Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding. This initiative, part of SECI's Tranche-IX, aims to invite hybrid power developers to set up projects on a Build Own Operate (BOO) basis.
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OMNI Features｜How Singapore can achieve its 4GW renewable target by 2035．Mission 2025 Group Urges Governments to Set More Ambitious Climate Goals．Agricultural Green Energy Forum: Ministry of Agriculture Proposes Revoking Permits for Improper Facilities
Jul. 01 2024
OMNI Features｜How Singapore can achieve its 4GW renewable target by 2035．Mission 2025 Group Urges Governments to Set More Ambitious Climate Goals．Agricultural Green Energy Forum: Ministry of Agriculture Proposes Revoking Permits for Improper Facilities
According to data and analytics company Wood Mackenzie, Singapore can achieve its goal of importing 4 GW of low-carbon power by 2035. In its "Singapore's Quest for Renewable Power" report, Wood Mackenzie recommended that Singapore import electricity from Peninsular Malaysia's large-scale solar and battery energy storage systems or Sarawak’s hydropower due to the relatively lower transmission costs associated with these options against other potential markets.
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Insight Kaohsiung｜TSMC's Kaohsiung P3 Plant Passes Environmental Assessment．AI Supercomputer Boosts Kaohsiung Software Park Achieving New Record of 33.4% Growth Over 8 Years
Jun. 28 2024
Insight Kaohsiung｜TSMC's Kaohsiung P3 Plant Passes Environmental Assessment．AI Supercomputer Boosts Kaohsiung Software Park Achieving New Record of 33.4% Growth Over 8 Years
The Kaohsiung City has completed the environmental assessment review for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's (TSMC) third new semiconductor plant in Kaohsiung. The meeting concluded with the approval of the review. The development of the plant site, including both production and administrative areas, covers a total area of 17.22 hectares. Chang-Chan Tsai, Director of the Water Resource Bureau, Kaohsiung City, promised that the construction timelines for the future Ciaotou and Gangshan recycled water plants will align with TSMC's construction needs, ensuring 100% recycled water supply as scheduled.
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Ta San Shang Marine Signs a Deal for Construction of 3rd SOV to Serve Offshore Wind Farm in Taiwan
Jun. 28 2024
Ta San Shang Marine Signs a Deal for Construction of 3rd SOV to Serve Offshore Wind Farm in Taiwan
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and Ta Tong Marine (TSS) today announced their joint venture Ta San Shang Marine Co. Ltd. (TSSM) signed a deal for the construction of a new service operation vessel (SOV) with the Damen Group of the Netherlands on June 27. This is the third newbuilding SOV to TSSM, following the TSS Pioneer, the first newly built SOV in Asia (delivered in 2022), and the TSS Cruiser, which was ordered last November and is scheduled for delivery at the end of 2025.
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OMNI Features｜74% Back Rapid Overturning of Effective Ban for New Onshore Wind After Election．DTI and Sumitomo Corporation Intend to Enhance FPIP Development in the Philippines
Jun. 28 2024
OMNI Features｜74% Back Rapid Overturning of Effective Ban for New Onshore Wind After Election．DTI and Sumitomo Corporation Intend to Enhance FPIP Development in the Philippines
Polling by Savanta for climate charity Possible found 74% of those quizzed supported the rapid overturning of the effective ban on onshore wind, because it was good for the climate, would bring down energy bills, or both. Just 11% opposed such a move, the survey of more than 2,300 people found. Nearly three-quarters of people support lifting the de facto ban on new onshore wind farms within weeks of the election, polling has suggested.
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Advancing Floating Offshore Wind in Taiwan: Successful "Realizing Floating Offshore Wind in Taiwan" Forum Held by WFO and TIER
Jun. 28 2024
Advancing Floating Offshore Wind in Taiwan: Successful "Realizing Floating Offshore Wind in Taiwan" Forum Held by WFO and TIER
The World Forum Offshore Wind (WFO) and the Taiwan Institute of Economic Research (TIER) co-hosted the "Realizing Floating Offshore Wind in Taiwan" forum in Taipei. This event, which aimed to accelerate the development of Taiwan's floating offshore wind power through pre-commercial initiatives, attracted nearly 200 participants, including government representatives, industry experts, financial investors, ICT experts, think tanks, media, and diplomatic representatives.
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CSBC Completes Delivery of 63 Domestically Manufactured Subsea Foundation Piles for Hai Long Project
Jun. 27 2024
CSBC Completes Delivery of 63 Domestically Manufactured Subsea Foundation Piles for Hai Long Project
Today (27), the Hai Long Project and CSBC jointly held a completion ceremony for the subsea foundation pile manufacturing project. CSBC successfully completed 63 domestically produced piles, which were handed over to the Hai Long Project in the second quarter.
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OMNI Features｜SoftBank-Backed Ola Electric Set to Become India's First EV Listing．Legal Storm to Hit Rosebank as UK's Historic Ruling Brings Emissions from Burning Oil & Gas into Play
Jun. 26 2024
OMNI Features｜SoftBank-Backed Ola Electric Set to Become India's First EV Listing．Legal Storm to Hit Rosebank as UK's Historic Ruling Brings Emissions from Burning Oil & Gas into Play
Ola Electric is set to become the first electric vehicle manufacturer to list its shares in India after it gained regulatory approval for an initial public offering, but analysts said the company will need to show investors it can turn a profit amid mounting competition.
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Zhong Neng Wind Farm Achieves First Power Construction Progress on Track to Complete and Connect to Grid This Year
Jun. 26 2024
Zhong Neng Wind Farm Achieves First Power Construction Progress on Track to Complete and Connect to Grid This Year
China Steel Power Corporation announced today that the first turbine of the Zhong Neng Offshore Wind Farm Project (Zhong Neng Wind Farm) has commenced power generation, marking a significant step towards the project's scheduled completion and grid connection this year.
