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December 15, 2023
Taiwan greenlights sales of self-generated PV power to electricity retailers
The Ministry of Economic Affairs announced on Dec. 14 that self-generated green energy (Type 2 and 3 solar plants) can now be sold to renewable energy retailers, which can then resell it to corporate users. The policy change is estimated to contribute an
December 13, 2023Asia under pressure for COP28 vow to triple renewables
Nearly 120 nations have pledged to triple their installed renewable energy capacity by the end of 2030 at COP28. This commitment is expected to accelerate the global energy transition, posing a new challenge in economies across Asia.
December 12, 2023More companies set internal prices to manage carbon risk
COP28 has officially concluded. While the global carbon price is not set to be standardized, the concept of "carbon pricing" has begun to ferment. Governments and large corporations alike have established carbon pricing mechanisms.
December 12, 2023Taiwan exchange set to kick off trading for first batch carbon credits
The Taiwan Carbon Solution Exchange (TCX) will start trading carbon credits on Dec. 22, offering international credits from seven countries in Asia, Africa, and South America at a price of US$5 to US$15 per metric ton of CO2 equivalent.
December 11, 20232023 DJSI is out: 24 Taiwan companies are listed in 2 indexes
The latest results of the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), the highest honor for corporate ESG performance, were announced on 8th December. Taiwan has added four new companies to the list.
December 11, 2023NYCU initiates research on organic photovoltaic to improve efficiency
How can solar energy and plants thrive together while increasing rooftop utilization? The answer lies in the organic photovoltaic (OPV) installations.
December 07, 2023GFEI: auto emissions could have dropped by 30% without SUVs
Spacious and comfortable SUVs are the top choice for many car enthusiasts, but recent studies indicate that these large vehicles are one of the culprits hindering the global automotive industry's carbon reduction efforts.
December 04, 2023Japanese bank invests in CIX to expand Asia’s carbon credit market
CLIMATE Impact X has secured investment from Japan’s Mizuho Financial Group, which will collaborate with the Singaporean carbon exchange to meet the growing demand for international carbon credits among Japanese companies.
November 27, 2023Petronas, Japanese firms aim to start CO2 storage by end-2028
Japanese firms have agreed to develop a carbon capture and storage (CCS) project with Malaysian energy company Petronas which should begin commercial operations by the end of 2028, Japan Petroleum Exploration Co (JAPEX) said on November 20.
November 23, 2023Taiwan circular economy forum explores sustainability solutions
The 2023 Taiwan Circular Economy Forum held during the Sustainable Taiwan Expo in Kaohsiung from Nov. 22 to 24 brought together experts across industries to discuss challenges and solutions to build a green supply chain.