A workshop on digital innovation to carry out low-carbon transformation in small and medium-sized enterprises (known as SMEs) was held in Taipei City under the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, according to the Ministry of Taiwan Economy (MOEA).
The two-day event was organized by the Small and Medium Enterprises and Emerging Enterprises Administration (SMESA) of the MOEA. It brought together academics, experts, officials and business representatives from APEC member economies, including Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Peru, the Philippines, Vietnam and Thailand. Staff from international companies such as Merck Group and Siemens AG also attended.
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The digital and ecological transition seeks to achieve net zero emissions by 2050
In his opening remarks, Taiwanese Vice Minister of Economy Ho Chin-tsang said digital technology is key to mitigating climate change and cited Taiwan’s Pathway to Net-Zero Emissions in 2050 initiative. net zero emissions by 2050). This project aims to drive industries to meet global supply chain requirements and green initiatives.
Through this avenue, the Government of Taiwan encourages industrial plants, together with their upstream and downstream partners, to implement carbon reduction, while collaborating with industry associations to establish carbon footprint verification systems. carbon for SMEs. Authorities also offer grants and loans to facilitate low-carbon practices.
According to SMESA, the workshop aimed to increase the ecological resilience of SMEs, and improve the ability of startups and women-led businesses to access supply chains through digital training.
Other highlights of the event included an experience sharing session by the winners of the Greentech Startup Challenge, organized by SMESA, lectures by institutions such as the Industry Development Center Plastic, and visits to companies such as Hushan Industrial Co, Ltd., based in New Taipei.
Since joining APEC in 1991, Taiwan has made important contributions in areas such as disaster prevention, food security, information and communication technologies, small and medium-sized enterprise development, and economic empowerment of people. women.
