Net zero emission, sustainable cities, and sustainable energy

Net zero emission, sustainable cities, and sustainable energy

2024

SDG Asia Summit

The “2024 SDG Asia Summit “ plans to invite dozens of domestic and international experts in the field of sustainability from government, industry, academia, and research sectors. The summit will align with the “sustainability wave” theme of the exhibition in ways related to cities, industries, lifestyles, talent, actions, and international conditions. It will bring together local leaders, government representatives, business leaders, academic experts, and others for specialized speeches and presentations, to lead discussions on sustainable development trends and promote international exchange and cooperation

》2023 Schedule

8/12

Fri

Sustainable Policy Summit

永續轉型高峰會

2024 SDG Asia Summit date

09:00-17:00 Thursday, 8 August to Saturday, 10 August
(Free entry for registration prior to the event)

Registration Link：https://www.accupass.com/go/sdgs-asia

Venue

Main Stage Area, Taipei World Trade Center Exhibition Hall 1

Summit Contact Representative

Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy
Rm. C, 4F-1, No, 188, Sec. 5, Nanjing East Rd., Songshan District, Taipei City 10571

Contact ｜ Expo of TAISE
TEL ｜ (02)2769-8968 #401、#405
FAX ｜ (02) 2768-7522
EMAIL ｜ [email protected]

》7/21

Sustainable City Summit

Targeting SDG 11 - sustainable cities and communities, inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities and towns are built through working on different dimensions including living, transportation, disaster prevention, environmental protection, information infrastructure, safety, and public participation. It is foreseeable that the participating cities will respond to climate change from reducing emission sources. This includes green energy planting, reducing harm by rising temperature to citizens, and gradually fulfilling a green circular economical city with core values in sustainable development. It further achieves the aims of economic development, peaceful society, and friendly ecological life cycle, fulfilling harmony between people and nature creating balance between cities and nature.

International Sustainability Summit

The United Nations established the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, this year is in the middle of the target year and the achievements of sustainable actions by different countries will be evaluated. Taiwan started its sustainable development relatively later but it has an outstanding overall performance. Taiwan ranks number 3 worldwide in the number of companies listed as components in the 2022 Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) in 2022 with 33 companies after the US and Japan. The summit provides an opportunity to exchange knowledge in aligning Taiwan's sustainability with the rest of the world.

》7/22

2023 SDGs Asia Forum 2nd Hydrogen Forum

In March 2022, Taiwan officially published“Taiwan , s Pathway to Net-Zero Emissions in 2050”, and aim to reach the net zero goal through the four major strategies of“Energy Transition”,“Industrial Transition”,“Lifestyle Transition”, and“Social Transition”. In energy transition, Hydrogen energy is a green energy technology mainly developed by advanced countries in the world. Therefore, Taiwan Net Zero Emissions Association (TNZEA) held the first Hydrogen Forum in 2022, inviting experts to give speeches and share practical experiences, which received widespread responses. Based on previous experience, TNZEA holds the 2nd Hydrogen Forum on July 22, 2023. The Forum focuses on the topics such as the hydrogen energy industry chain and infrastructure, aiming to assist domestic enterprises in staying up-to-date with the trends of hydrogen energy development.

Biodiversity Summit

Biodiversity is a key to sustainable development at present. UN Biodiversity Conference (COP 15) agreed upon the Kumming-Montréal global biodiversity framework, clearly defined the target for 2030 in protecting at least 30% of land and ocean. The summit gathers experts and professionals from industries, government agencies, academic institutions and research institutions in sharing the latest global trend and achievements in ecosystem protection. The event leads participants in discovering the reliance and impacts caused on ecosystems, to finding the best solution to living in harmony with nature.

Net Zero Summit

Net zero carbon emission has become a knowledge with governments and businesses worldwide contributing their efforts towards it. Net zero emission is highly focused worldwide, green energy usage becomes critical to industries. Taiwan develops its green energy through its advantage in the environment to further implement into the nation, the industries improve its global competitiveness through net zero emission bringing industry values and develop new economical blueprints.

ESG Summit

Sustainable development is the core value focused by Taiwan. Working towards sustainable development of Taiwan, responding to global sustainable development actions and aligning with the global trend, while accounting for the local needs, the summit provides sharing about environmental protection, social responsibility, and corporate governance, to support businesses in achieving sustainable development goals.

Sustainable Energy Summit

With increasing frequency and impacts to human beings by extreme climate events, countries worldwide declare their 2050 net zero emission target and actions. The Taiwanese government published the 2050 Net-zero Transition in late March 2022. There are many challenges in achieving the target such as electricity distribution, stable electricity network, and strengthened energy storage development, are all part of the issues to address. The summit gathered experts from industries, government agencies, and academic institutions in discovering how the Taiwanese government and businesses work together in grasping opportunities, building a future with resilience and sustainable development.

》7/23

Fo Guang Shan - Green Impact Forum, promoting the VEG100 platform

The phenomenon of global climate polarization is becoming increasingly evident today. In the future, humanity will face challenges such as droughts and floods. These issues not only affect our daily lives and work but also pose a threat to our personal safety. Therefore, it is crucial to recognize that the Earth is our only home. If we neglect to address the problems our home faces, trouble will inevitably arise.

Venerable Master Hsing Yun has long been aware of environmental issues. As a result, Fo Guang Shan, with its five major Buddhist centers across the globe, and Fo Guang disciples have been dedicated to environmental conservation work for an extended period. They have also promoted various significant green initiatives, recognizing that a zero-carbon future is imperative. At the same time, they seek to advance and advocate for the VEG100 movement.

Tzu Chi Charity Foundation - Live Harmony with Nature, Being Prosperous with Sustainability

Session 1: Keynote Speech by CEO of Tzu Chi Foundation, Mr. Yan Po-Wen

In 2021, Tzu Chi Foundation declared "Net Zero Emissions", and took the lead among NGOs in setting carbon reduction targets based on Science-Based Targets (SBT). Tzu Chi emphasizes the role of vegetarianism as a carbon reduction action that everyone can participate in. With the goal of achieving zero carbon growth by 2025, halving carbon emissions by 2040, and reaching net zero emissions by 2050, Tzu Chi has been actively engaged in environmental protection for over 30 years. Through initiatives such as recycling and circular economy, as well as integrating esports and mobile environmental education, Tzu Chi aims to instill environmental consciousness in the younger generation. Looking ahead, Tzu Chi's efforts in carbon reduction and renewable energy will become more concrete as it seeks sustainability for all of humanity and the planet. It emphasizes that true sustainability begins with each individual through environmental protection, vegetarianism, and a simple lifestyle.

Session 2: Tzu Chi Mobile Environmental Education Vehicle - Net Zero Future Pavilion

Tzu Chi volunteers have integrated the concept of net zero emissions into environmental education and have launched a new 2.0 version of the "Net Zero Future Pavilion" in 2023. Through education, Tzu Chi hopes to awaken everyone's conscience and work together to protect the Earth. Using two 40-foot containers in an interactive format, the pavilion presents various units such as climate emergency, warming crisis, transition to net zero, net zero transformation, net zero academy, natural carbon sink, and net zero bingo. Participants can learn about net zero initiatives through interactive experiences in real-time.

Session 3: DA.AI - Eco-Fashion Show

DA.AI embodies the core value of "Environmental Sustainability, Innovative Practice." The company aims to promote a cycle of love and kindness in society through environmental sustainability, love relay, and complete feedback. During the event, the company showcases products such as clothes, scarves, blankets, masks, backpacks, and sunglasses made from recycled plastic bottles. This demonstrates the concept that "trash in the right place is a valuable resource."

Certified Professional in Sustainability Management and Certified Professional in Climate Management Charter Ceremony

In order to enhance the knowledge and capabilities of financial institutions in sustainable development and social responsibility, a professional certification system for sustainable financial management has been established. This system aims to promote high-quality sustainable financial services, education and training, and research and development. As part of this effort, the "Sustainability Financial Manager Certification Training Program" is organized.

At the same time, to assist businesses in responding to the global trend and pressure of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, there is a need to enhance the planning and implementation capabilities of emission reduction pathways, strategies, and action plans. This is to ensure sustainable development and fulfill corporate social responsibilities. Therefore, a certification system for professionals in corporate net-zero emissions management has been established. The system aims to promote high-quality and cost-effective corporate net-zero initiatives, education and training, and research and development. The "Climate Change Adaptation Manager and International Certification Training Program" is organized as part of this initiative.

Through certification and symposium events, continuous guidance and support are provided to businesses to develop while considering low-carbon transitions. This drives a positive and sustainable financial ecosystem, promoting symbiotic relationships among finance, businesses, and the social environment, ultimately leading to shared prosperity.

Exposition Contact Representative

Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy (TAISE)

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