Chinese Taipei
Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) ranks 60th in this year’s CCPI. Taiwan receives a very low rating in Energy Use and GHG Emissions, and low in Renewable Energy and Climate Policy.
In 2022, Taiwan announced its target of achieving net zero by 2050, which was followed by the Climate Change Response Act that makes the target legally binding. The policy includes strategies for reducing fossil fuel dependence and implementing renewable energy sources. The CCPI country experts welcome this ambitious policy, but they note that the short-term targets are too low. The country aims for a 10% GHG emissions reduction by 2025 and at least 24±1% by 2030 compared with 2005 levels.
Taiwan targets a 20% share of renewable energy generation by 2025 and 60–70% by 2050. This includes solar power, wind power, geothermal energy sources, and ocean energy. While the experts support the acceleration of clean energy, they criticise the absence of oil and gas phase-out plans. The government will not build coal-fired electricity capacities after 2025 and the existing coal-fired units will be converted into gas-fired.
Seeking Participation Under the UNFCCC
The experts note that photovoltaic development currently does not require an environmental impact assessment unless it is in recognised Wetlands of National Importance. The Ministry of Environment is discussing a law requiring solar power projects with over 20,000 kilowatts on hillside areas, or projects over 15 hectares, to perform environmental impact assessments. There have also been conflicts with the agricultural and fishery sector regarding clean energy projects.
Taiwan is not an official party member to the UNFCCC. The CCPI experts acknowledge Taiwan seeking participation under the UNFCCC and using the forum constructively. Taiwan published an Intended Nationally Determined Contribution in 2015 and updated National Determined Contribution in 2022.
Key Outcomes
- Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) ranks 60th in this year’s CCPI. Taiwan receives a very low rating in Energy Use and GHG Emissions, and low in Renewable Energy and Climate Policy
- The experts note that photovoltaic development currently does not require an environmental impact assessment
- Key demands: Oil- and gas phase-out plans
CCPI Experts
The following national experts agreed to be mentioned as contributors for this year’s CCPI:
- Dr. Ying-Shih Hsieh (Environmental Quality Protection Foundation)
- Gloria K.- J. HSU (Mom Loves Taiwan Association)
