The Trump administration is disrupting US energy policies with executive orders that roll back clean energy initiatives and emphasize fossil fuels. In February, Trump established the National Energy Dominance Council to guide energy policy, highlighting traditional resources while notably excluding wind and solar power.

The Bureau of Industrial Parks (BIP) under Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) swore in Chih-ching Yang as its new director on March 26. Yang hopes to move Taiwan's industrial parks toward intelligence, security, and sustainability.

LG Energy Solution (LGES) has signed a battery supply deal with Polish utility Polska Grupa Energetyczna (PGE) to deliver lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for a 1GWh energy storage system (ESS) project in northern Poland. Scheduled to go online in 2027, the facility is designed to boost renewable energy integration and stabilize the local power grid.

Lealea Group's subsidiary Mundus Smart Energy is set to capitalize on its Japanese energy storage investments by 2025. The company anticipates revealing strategic partnerships in Japan next quarter, along with new development projects and the completion of a 2MW high-voltage storage facility by year-end.

Chung-Hsin Electric and Machinery Manufacturing (CHEM) CEO and President, Hui-Chuan Kuo, announced that the company secured a new order worth NT$3.5 billion (approx. US$110 million) in March 2025, bringing its current orders to NT$39.3 billion. The company's production capacity is set to increase by 20% by 2025, with priority given to GIS products for Japan. Additionally, CHEM plans to establish manufacturing facilities in the US alongside major semiconductor foundries.

Energy resilience is vital to a nation's economy, and electricity costs directly impact national competitiveness, according to Pegatron Chairman T.H. Tung. He urged Taiwan to invest more in developing high-value components and services within the power industry.

At a recent energy sustainability forum hosted by the K. T. Li Foundation in Taipei, key voices from Taiwan's public and private sectors offered a frank look at the island's energy challenges and ambitions.

In a bid to support industry and protect consumers, the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), ROC, has proposed a NT$100 billion (US$3.03 billion) allocation for the state-owned Taipower in 2025, aimed at countering the effects of soaring global energy prices. However, due to policy limitations, any adjustment to electricity prices will be modest, placing continued financial pressure on Taipower. Despite this, the proposal has faced opposition in the legislature, where the Kuomintang (KMT) and Taiwan People's Party (TPP) have blocked the budget. Although price hikes could contribute to inflation, Taiwan's economy remains stable, and experts expect that the electricity price review committee will likely approve increases for both industrial and residential consumers starting in April.

India's renewable energy sector is witnessing an unprecedented surge, with major corporations ramping up investments as demand for clean power grows substantially year-on-year, according to Powercon, which counts major corporations like Tata Power, Adani, and NTPC among its customers.

Delta Electronics is leveraging its expertise in power and automation to deliver integrated smart city solutions focused on sustainability and efficiency for global urban development.

With Phase 2 of Taiwan's offshore wind power development progressing steadily, attention is now turning to Phase 3-1 projects. Among them, the Fengmiao Phase 1 wind farm project, developed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), has emerged as a key benchmark for the viability of Phase 3-1. Recent positive developments in the project have injected confidence into Taiwan's next phase of offshore wind power expansion.

Innmax Technology and Startrust, jointly exhibiting at the 2025 Smart City Summit and Expo (SCSE) in Taiwan and focusing on integrating charging station services and energy management systems, are working with Delta Electronics on electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. New projects will be built in Taoyuan and Tainan, Taiwan, this year.

The British Office in Taipei hosted the UK-Taiwan Venture Capital Summit on March 20, highlighting its push for Taiwanese companies to invest in the UK, as well as strengthening ties between the hi-tech industries in the UK and Taiwan.

The Japanese government has approved the "Seventh Strategic Energy Plan" and "GX 2040 Vision," which establish a medium- to long-term direction for energy policy and promote green transformation (GX) to achieve decarbonization goals. The government positions renewable energy as the primary source of electricity for the future while reassessing the role of nuclear power generation, which remains significant alongside thermal power generation. Additionally, decentralized renewable energy is set to form the foundation for achieving GX.

J&V Energy Technology (J&V) held its earnings call on March 20. Shu-Min Chao, CEO of J&V, showed optimism for steady quarterly revenue growth across its four core business sectors: solar energy, energy storage, renewable energy trading, and water treatment. The company aims to make 2025 the first year of an anticipated three-year high-growth phase. Meanwhile, its subsidiary Greenet is set to enter the capital market, signaling promising momentum for green energy trading.

According to Hankyung Business and the Korea Economic Daily, SK On will supply Nissan with electric vehicle batteries, marking its first deal with a Japanese automaker. South Korean media reports indicate that the agreement involves providing 99.4GWh of batteries from 2028 to 2033, enough to power one million mid-sized electric vehicles.

Surangel Whipps Jr., President of Palau, officially appointed Stan Shih, founder of Acer Group, as the country's Senior Economic Advisor on March 17 in the capital city of Koror. Both parties also signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU), aiming to boost Palau's economic development with Taiwan's successful industrial experience, while exploring innovative business models across multiple sectors.

The 12th Smart City Summit and Expo (SCSE) officially kicked off on March 18, 2025, at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2. As the largest professional exhibition for smart cities in the Asia-Pacific region, this year's event focuses on critical areas such as AI applications, smart governance, deep energy savings, virtual power plants, net-zero sustainability, and global co-creation, showcasing innovative applications of digital technology in developing smart and net-zero cities.

Aeon Motor's global market growth, production optimization, and new energy product strategy led to significant financial gains. In the fourth quarter of 2024, revenue was NT$483 million (approx. US$14.66 million), contributing to an annual consolidated revenue of NT$2.29 billion, marking a 6.81% year-over-year increase. In 2025, Aeon Motor plans to strengthen its presence in the two-wheeler market and continue its push into the new energy sector.

Construction material maker Buima saw its gross margin reach 14.56% in 2024, boosted by solid shipments of battery module products and a marked increase in exports of metal construction materials, yet heightened competition in the wall panel market in China led to an overall loss for the year. Going forward, the company hopes to see more positive operations from cost reduction strategies and green products.

The 12th Smart City Summit and Expo (SCSE) is set to open on March 18 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2. According to the Taiwan Smart City Solutions Alliance (TSSA) chairman Alex Chien, 2025 SCSE will focus on AI applications, smart governance, deep energy savings, virtual power plants (VPP), net-zero sustainability, and global co-creation, with participants including Tatung, Secom, Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, Acer, Syscom, Mitac, Teco, Far EasTone Telecommunications (FET), Foxconn, Asus, and Quanta.

Leadsun Greentech Chairman Li-Chen Lin says the era of fast profits in renewable energy has ended, with the market now favoring firms with strong fundamentals. While the sector faces challenges, long-term prospects remain bright for companies with robust operational capabilities.

China has issued more licenses allowing copper smelters to export metal tax-free, aiding local producers and paving the way for greater overseas sales at a time of upheaval in the global market.

The Breakthrough Technology Dialogue held in Singapore at the end of February saw participation from technology experts across various countries. However, the discussions were largely influenced by Asian perspectives, with Chinese viewpoints being particularly prominent. Even in private conversations, there was limited opposition to China's stance.

The global push to build AI data centers has intensified, raising concerns not just over power consumption but also their vast water usage. While data centers are known for their energy demands, their water requirements remain largely overlooked.