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Looking to the future, is it possible for Taiwan geothermal to flourish? Drawing on the successful experience of Taiwan's first MW-level geothermal power plant, the MOEA announced "Geothermal Power Generation Demonstration Incentive Measures" on May 20th, providing incentives up to NT$3 million per case. ...  more

The new solar cell developed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has broken a new record in conversion efficiency by closing in on 40% under the same lighting condition as sunlight. ...  more

Candela Renewables LLC and Naturgy Energy Group SA has broken ground on their joint PV project in Fayette County, Texas. Candela is a US-based renewable energy developer that was founded in 2018 by former executives of First Solar Inc. Naturgy is a Spanish multinational that is involved in the natural gas and utility markets. This event was announced via a press release on May 18 and first reported by other renewable energy news outlets. ...  more

The replacement of batteries for implantable medical equipment is a troublesome process, which requires an extraction through surgeries that would enhance risks of infection for patients. Fortunately, US and German scientists have recently developed a micro biofuel cell that facilitates prolonged operation for medical equipment through the self-sufficient “fuel” inside human bodies. ...  more

Can solar energy generate power at nighttime too? Australian scientists are recently adding functions to solar panels through the so-called “radiative cooling” mechanism, and are hoping to exert 1/10 the power of solar power during daytime. ...  more

GCL System Integration Technology Co. Ltd. announced on May 20 that it has entered into a strategic cooperation agreement with IRICO Group New Energy Co. Ltd. ...  more

During the 2 months of fighting between Ukraine and Russia, the Ukrainian armed forces and foreign mercenaries that volunteered to help Ukraine were able to discover a number of interesting uses for electric bikes. ...  more

On May 26, Ørsted announced that is has completed the installation of 36 foundations at the Greater Changhua 2a wind farm, with roughly 50% of jackets and more than 60% of pin piles being built for the 900MW Greater Changhua 1 & 2a offshore wind farms. ...  more

Just when we thought Apple Car was nothing but boring news put out by foundries, Apple has made another move. Sources pointed out that Apple has once again begun aggressively recruiting auto industry talent since May, including senior employees from Ford, Mercedes, and start-up Rivian on their headhunting list. ...  more

TECO held a shareholders' meeting today. During the meeting, a cash dividend of NT$1.35 per share was distributed. Chairman Sophia Chiu said, although there are uncertain factors such as the pandemic and inflation this year, the company will target carbon neutrality and declare that it will be carbon neutral by 2030, achieve 50% emission reduction in ten years, strive for business opportunities in smart manufacturing, smart energy, and smart city solutions, and actively strive for more than 80% market share of domestic electric bus power systems. ...  more