Taiwan outlines ambitious 2035 climate, low-carbon transition plans
In a statement issued Thursday, Peng said the government has outlined a “clear and transparent” nationally determined contribution (NDC) for 2035, setting measurable goals to achieve a low-carbon transition. His remarks came just before the UN COP30 climate summit, scheduled to take place in Brazil from Nov. 10–21.
“Taiwan is not immune to growing challenge of climate change,” Peng said, noting that recent typhoons and torrential rains caused significant flooding and damage in the southern and eastern parts of the island. These events, he added, highlight the “profound effect of extreme climate on regional development and public safety.”
According to Peng, the government is “integrating resources and expanding networks for climate adaptation,” while ensuring transparency in its progress toward meeting international emission reduction commitments.
Peng explained that Taiwan is advancing nationwide adaptation policies aligned with Article 7 of the Paris Agreement, which calls for strengthened climate resilience efforts. A four-year national climate adaptation plan has been launched, focusing on seven sectors: critical infrastructure, water management, land use, coastal and marine systems, energy and industry, agriculture and biodiversity, and public health.
Under President William Lai Ching-te’s “national project of hope,” Taiwan has set five key strategies to drive its net-zero transition. These include developing smart green energy systems, promoting digital and green industrial transformation, fostering sustainable lifestyles, strengthening governmental leadership in the transition, and ensuring a “just transition” that benefits all citizens.
“Through an institutional, action-oriented climate governance framework,” Peng said, Taiwan has introduced new emissions targets — cutting greenhouse gases by 26–30% by 2030 and 36–40% by 2035 compared with baseline levels.
Peng highlighted 20 flagship climate mitigation projects that are currently underway. These initiatives involve expanding solar and offshore wind capacity, advancing geothermal and small-scale hydropower technologies, enhancing energy storage systems, and developing low-carbon and hydrogen fuel chains.
He also described 2025 as a turning point for carbon pricing in Taiwan, marking what he called a “new milestone.” The initial carbon fee has been set at roughly $10 per metric ton of CO₂ equivalent and is expected to help cut emissions by 37 million metric tons by 2030.
Concluding his remarks, Peng urged global support for Taiwan’s participation in COP30, stating, “We call on all countries to support Taiwan’s participation so as to empower Taiwan and the international community to jointly respond to the climate crisis.” He added that in line with the summit’s “Global Mutirao” theme, “working together, we can move toward the full implementation of the Paris Agreement and create a net-zero world.”
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