To respond to global warming and net-zero carbon emissions, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) launched the following specific plans and action proposals in 2024, sharing them with local governments and community groups to lead the transformation of businesses and government.
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NCKU’s Climate Action Plan
- At the 2024 4th TSAA Taiwan Sustainability Action Awards, NCKU received 1 Grand Award, 1 Gold Award, and 1 Bronze Award.
The Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy (TAISE) awarded the Gold Prize at the 2024 Taiwan Sustainability Action Awards to NCKU’s “Chiayi Net Zero AI Remote Carbon Management” project. Led by Prof. Wu (Geomatics) and Prof. Hsu (Architecture), the team used geospatial technologies and AI to estimate urban carbon sequestration in Chiayi. Collaborating with the Environmental Protection Bureau, they assessed six green spaces and the Chiayi Experimental Forest, estimating 35.73 tons of carbon sequestered monthly. The project will expand analyses while balancing cultural preservation and sustainability, supporting Chiayi’s net-zero carbon goal.
- NCKU’s Net-Zero Carbon New Generation Training Base sees strong enrollment in the iPAS “Net-Zero Carbon Planning and Management Professional” certification course.
In 2024, NCKU launched the iPAS Net-Zero Carbon Planning Manager Certification Program, attracting 100+ participants from diverse fields. Covering carbon inventory, planning, tax policies, and net-zero technologies, the program meets growing societal and industry demand for net-zero professionals. NCKU plans to expand the Carbon Neutral Talent Training Base to international certifications, enhancing talent development, industry collaboration, and climate education to drive the net-zero transition.
- NCKU collaborates with the Taiwan Stock Exchange and Carbon Exchange to host a forum, bringing together scholars and experts to discuss and focus on the net-zero transition.
In 2024, NCKU launched the iPAS Net-Zero Carbon Planning Manager Certification Program, attracting over 100 participants from science, engineering, law, management, and humanities. The program covers carbon inventory, planning, management, tax policies, and net-zero technologies, reflecting strong societal and industry demand for net-zero professionals. Looking ahead, NCKU’s Carbon Neutral Talent Training Base will expand to international certifications, enhancing talent development, industry collaboration, and local climate education, advancing the net-zero transition through education, research, and professional training.
- 【Phoenix Lecture】Academician Yuan-Tseh Lee Visits NCKU to Discuss “New Development Models for Sustainable Human Survival”
In 2024, NCKU co-hosted the “Future of Net-Zero Transition” Forum with the Taiwan Stock Exchange and Taiwan Carbon Solution Exchange, gathering scholars, experts, 200+ industry leaders, and students to discuss net-zero trends, ESG strategies, and circular economy opportunities. Key topics included carbon inventory, emission reduction, carbon trading, and green finance. Building on this, NCKU plans follow-up forums and professional courses on international standards, GHG management, and low-carbon design, cultivating net-zero talent and reinforcing its leadership in climate action through education, research, and industry collaboration.- NCKU Maintenance and Operation of the Marine Meteorological Observation Tower
Marine meteorological observation tower maintenance and operation transfer the accumulated 6 years of maintenance and operation observation technology capabilities to domestic manufacturers, and at the same time provide Taiwan Power Company with educational and training opportunities in related operations, and transfer many years of offshore observation technology and maintenance experience to Taiwan Power Company.