UHT Unitech has entered into a significant partnership with Ablecom Technology, a Taiwanese server parts supplier of Supermicro, to push forward the development of advanced immersion cooling AI server cabinets.

CES 2025 has been more than a showcase for leading brands and their latest technologies, as many small and medium Taiwanese startups have also brought their unique capabilities to the show floor. One of these distinctive exhibitors is Taiwan Nano & Micro-Photonics (N&M), which has applied silicon photonics (SiPh) technology not to the more common field of communications, but instead to the sensor market.

Global technology manufacturers face intensifying pressure to extend product lifespans and reduce electronic waste, as TCO Development, the Swedish non-profit behind one of the sector's leading certification bodies, introduces more stringent sustainability requirements amid projections that e-waste will surge to 82 million tonnes by 2030.

Six weeks after COP29 climate summit concluded with a compromise on the New Collective Quantitative Goal (NCQG), the agreement continues to fall short of developing countries' expectations as fundamental disagreements persist over coordinating public and private funding streams.

Foxconn has reportedly completed a US$230 million project in Tamil Nadu to build dormitories for its predominantly female workforce, enhancing convenience and support for their staff as Foxconn commits to expanding its operations in India.

Building on the prior exploration of Foxconn's management philosophy and the advantages of its new policies, this DIGITIMES feature delves into the company's growth trajectory, the hurdles encountered by Chairman Young Liu, and his forward-looking strategies to overcome them.

Since taking over as Foxconn chairman in 2019, Young Liu has steered the company through a series of global challenges, including the pandemic, supply chain disruptions, evolving US-China relations, and geopolitical shifts. Under his leadership, Foxconn has emphasized sustainability alongside financial performance, integrating EPS with ESG principles. These decisions are driving the company's ongoing transformation and positioning it for long-term growth.

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) has signed a Corporate Power Purchase Agreement (CPPA) with United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) for the development of the Fengmiao Phase I Offshore Wind Farm through its flagship fund "CI V."

Taiwan's Sanyang Motor (SYM) and the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) have reached a significant milestone in their joint hydrogen fuel cell motorcycle project, successfully completing a key road test.

Stringent regulations and restrictive land use policies have severely limited Taiwan's solar power development, failing to meet the semiconductor industry's growing demand for green energy, according to Norman Tsai, chairman of both the Taiwan Photovoltaic Industry Sustainability Association (TPISA) and INA Energy.

Iris Optronics, which exclusively provides color e-paper solutions powered by cholesterol liquid crystal display (ChLCD) technology, is actively expanding its global market reach and exploring new applications.

The Democratic Republic of Congo filed lawsuits against Apple in France and Belgium accusing the company of using minerals "pillaged" from the central African nation in its products.

A research team at National Taiwan University (NTU) has developed breakthrough technologies for carbon capture and conversion. Their membrane-based carbon capture technology achieves up to 90% efficiency, while their electrochemical carbon conversion technology transforms CO2 into valuable chemicals such as formic acid and syngas.

Sino-American Silicon (SAS)'s recent move to "prepay" vacation days at its Yilan solar cell plant has exposed deeper fractures in Taiwan's once-promising solar manufacturing sector, with industry-wide layoffs mounting and investors heading for the exits.

Taiwan-based Arch Meter is preparing to bid for Taipower's smart meter contracts for 2025. The company has demonstrated strong execution of its 2022-2024 contract, with robust production and sales performance. The company's outlook for future market opportunities is further strengthened by steady growth in power monitoring management.

The traditional textile industry is facing dual challenges: the loss of skilled artisanship and increasing pressure to adopt eco-friendly practices. Japan-based printer manufacturer Epson is leveraging digital printing technology to revolutionize textile production, establishing digital textile centers worldwide.

Hai Long Project, the largest offshore wind power project in Taiwan and Asia, is set to connect to the grid in stages from 2025 to 2026. Tim Kittelhake, CEO and Project Director of the Hai Long project, confirmed steady progress according to schedule, with the Hai Long 2 wind farm completion targeted for late 2025 and Hai Long 3 wind farm for 2026.

Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) has been aggressively investing in green energy and sustainability initiatives in recent years, as part of its strategy of pursuing both profits and ESG projects. To achieve its goal of using 100% green energy across all manufacturing facilities worldwide by 2040, Foxconn has been investing in both solar power systems and green factories as part of its broader ESG strategy.

Tex Year Industries is set to deliver strong operational results in 2024, with positive momentum expected to continue into the first half of 2025. Company chairman and CEO Donald Hsiao cited market stability and highlighted the upcoming launch of a new production line in India scheduled for 2025. Despite challenges from exchange rates, interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainties, the company maintains an optimistic outlook across its key markets in China, ASEAN, the Americas, and Europe.

The global push toward net-zero emissions is transforming industries, presenting both challenges and unprecedented opportunities. With 198 countries committed to net-zero targets by 2050, this transition has become essential for businesses seeking long-term sustainability. The industrial PC (IPC) sector stands at the forefront of these changes.

Innolux has pledged to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 25% from 2020 levels by 2030, aligning with its carbon reduction goals. The company targets achieving a 20% renewable energy usage ratio (RE20) across its Greater China facilities, emphasizing systematic and innovative strategies to boost carbon reduction effectiveness.

Finesse Technology, a subsidiary of Highlight Technology Corp, specializes in semiconductor ozone supply systems, remote plasma sources (RPS), RF power systems, and technical maintenance services. These solutions are integral to critical semiconductor manufacturing processes, including chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD).

LG Group (LG) has set a target to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, making it the only South Korean conglomerate to publicly announce specific carbon neutrality goals and timelines. The company plans to invest KRW1.8 trillion (approx. US$1.3 billion) over the next five years.

Taiwan Cement hosted the Low-Carbon Construction Pioneer Alliance conference on November 18, with Chairman An-ping Chang highlighting the company's global leadership in low-carbon cement production. Chang emphasized that despite technological capability, regulatory barriers prevent Taiwan's limestone cement concrete (IL15) from reaching the lowest carbon standards.

Trump's "America First" agenda will remain central in his imminent second term, with reindustrialization, trade protectionism, corporate tax cuts, and stricter immigration policies at the core. However, Trump 2.0 is expected to take a more radical approach than his first term.