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May 28, 2025
Complete Guide to Global Carbon Market Systems: From Cap-and-Trade to Taiwan's ETS Pilot Program
In 2025, Taiwan's carbon fee system officially launched, followed by a cap-and-trade emissions trading system (ETS) pilot program in 2026, moving toward a dual-track carbon pricing system aligned with global standards. Facing impacts from international regulations like CBAM, how can businesses position themselves ahead? This article provides an in-depth analysis of ETS system designs and implementation status in the EU, Japan, South Korea, and various emerging economies, helping businesses deploy corresponding strategies and actions in advance.
May 21, 2025
Corporate Governance Evaluation Results Released! Countdown to ESG Evaluation Transformation: 2025 Latest Evaluation Items and Regulations at a Glance
The 11th (2024) Corporate Governance Evaluation results have been officially announced, and the evaluation system is about to transform. This article will help you quickly grasp the key points of the transition between old and new systems, as well as the new indicator content for the next corporate governance evaluation.
Apr 16, 2025
Tariff Policies Change Overnight! Learning Corporate Decarbonization Survival Rules from Trump Tariffs
Trump's tariff policy U-turn reveals the nature of policy risk. Facing the upcoming implementation of carbon tariffs led by CBAM, only enterprises that are well-prepared can maintain competitiveness amid change.
Mar 21, 2025
[2025 Carbon Fee Guide] How Enterprises Can Reduce Carbon Fees from NT$300 to NT$50 Through Voluntary Reduction Plans
With the Climate Change Response Act officially in effect, the carbon fee system has become one of the operational costs that Taiwanese enterprises must take seriously. Companies subject to government-regulated carbon fee collection, including power, gas supply, and manufacturing industries with annual direct or indirect greenhouse gas emissions reaching 25,000 metric tons of CO₂e, will need to pay carbon fees of up to NT$300 per ton of CO₂e. Facing carbon fee pressure, the key for enterprises to reduce payment amounts lies in proposing and passing a 'Voluntary Reduction Plan,' which qualifies them for preferential rates of NT$50 or NT$100 per ton. This article explains how systematic planning and reporting for voluntary reduction plans can not only legally save expenses but also help enterprises with long-term net-zero planning.
Mar 09, 2025
Weekly ESG Trends: Latest Sustainability Updates Mar 3-9
Global ESG Trends: Policy Changes and New Corporate Sustainability Opportunities
As global attention on climate change and sustainable development intensifies, governments and companies worldwide are accelerating their ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) transformation. Recently, Japan, the EU, Taiwan and other regions have successively released new emission reduction targets, sustainability reporting standards, and financial innovation initiatives to promote net-zero carbon emissions and sustainable development. This article will help you understand the latest policy developments and market trends to help companies seize key opportunities.
Feb 12, 2025
SASB Standards Chinese Version Now Available! Master the Latest SASB Standards and Reporting Requirements
The IFRS Integration Zone has published the Chinese version of SASB Standards, covering 15 industries including semiconductors, hardware, insurance, and processed foods (as of January 10, 2025)
Jan 10, 2025
500 Additional Companies Subject to Mandatory Carbon Inventory with 2030 Emission Reduction Target Up to 30%
Taiwan's new 2030 emission reduction target is a 28% reduction plus or minus 2 percentage points compared to the baseline year 2005, while also expanding the scope of mandatory carbon inventory registration.
Dec 31, 2024
2025 Corporate Governance Evaluation Indicators Released: Sustainability Dimension Weighting Increased to 49%
The 12th Corporate Governance Evaluation significantly increases the 'Promoting Sustainable Development' dimension weighting to nearly 50%, with plans to officially transform into an 'ESG Evaluation' in 2026, demonstrating Taiwan's capital market's continued commitment to corporate governance mechanisms and sustainable development. This article explains the key modifications to this year's indicators to help enterprises prepare in advance and improve their evaluation performance.
Dec 20, 2024
Ministry of Environment Expands Mandatory Carbon Inventory: Turning Challenges into Low-Carbon Transformation Opportunities
The Ministry of Environment announced the third wave of mandatory carbon inventory list. This article analyzes the new regulation details and response recommendations, helping enterprises enhance competitiveness and realize sustainable development opportunities.