Date: 2025-04-29

The 2025 Taiwan International Geothermal Conference, hosted by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, is taking place from April 24-25 in Taipei. Now in its third edition, the conference brings together leading geothermal experts, government representatives, and industry leaders from the United States, New Zealand, Canada, the Philippines, and other countries to explore cutting-edge technologies and the future development of geothermal energy. Held in a hybrid format with both in-person sessions and online streaming, the conference has attracted more than 700 participants from around the world, including representatives from academia, industry, government, and research institutions. The event aims to advance Taiwan's geothermal industry and enhance its global competitiveness in the green energy sector.

Government Drives Geothermal Development and Industry Collaboration Shapes a Sustainable Future
In his opening remarks, Vice Minister of Economic Affairs Lai Chien-Hsin emphasized that amid the global climate change, the government is committed to implementing a range of carbon reduction measures to ensure sustainable energy transition. Promoting renewable energy, he noted, is critical to achieving these goals.

Vice Minister Lai highlighted geothermal energy's pivot role in Taiwan's energy transition. With Taiwan's favorable geological conditions, it has completed the construction of six geothermal power plants. This year, more geothermal power plants will be connected to the grid. He sincerely welcomes all geothermal scholars, developers and experts to participate in 2025 Taiwan International Geothermal Conference, believing that through collaboration between international enterprises and local Taiwanese companies, they can contribute to achieving net-zero emission goals and jointly address the challenges of extreme climate.

International Experts Convene to Foster Technology Exchange and Industry Collaboration
The conference features a broad range of topics, including the status of geothermal energy development in Taiwan, international industry trends, advanced technologies and innovative applications, and the role of local governments in promoting geothermal power development. The Energy Administration and the Geological Survey and Mining Management Agency presented Taiwan's geothermal policies and exploration progress. Meanwhile, the CPC Corporation and Taiwan Power Company delivered special reports on development strategies and recent technical breakthroughs, which have attracted investment interest from domestic and international companies.

Afternoon sessions focused on cutting-edge project management and international drilling experiences, exploring how to leverage advanced technology and optimized practices to support local developers, accelerate geothermal plant construction, and enhance industry competitiveness.

High-Level Dialogue on the Future of Geothermal Energy and Strengthening International Partnerships
The first day of the conference concluded with a high-level dialogue moderated by the Acting Director-General of the Energy Administration Lee Chun-Li joined by representatives from the global geothermal industry, research institutes, and government sectors. The discussion centered on "The Future Outlook for Geothermal Power in Taiwan," highlighting strategies to attract international investment, expand the geothermal industry value chain, and strengthen Taiwan's presence in the global green energy market.

Workshops and Site Visits Promote Practical Engagement
On April 25, the second day of the conference, three professional workshops will be held on "Geothermal Drilling Technology," "Development Solutions," and "Exploration and Equipment Applications." The conference will also feature a technical site visit for international guests to CPC Corporation's Yuanshan No.1 Well, Taiwan's first deep geothermal exploratory well. Jointly developed by Academia Sinica and CPC and currently drilled to a depth of 1,820 meters, this well marks a key milestone for Taiwan's deep geothermal progress, offering international stakeholders a firsthand look at Taiwan's geothermal potential and supportive development environment.

Through this international platform, Taiwan aims to strengthen global partnerships, foster innovation, accelerate the growth of its geothermal sector, and advance toward the long-term goal of sustainable energy.

Spokesperson:
Mr. Chih-wei Wu, Deputy Director General, Energy Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs
Tel: +886-2-2775-7750 / +886-922-339-410
Email: cwwu@moeaea.gov.tw

Contact Person:
Ms. Hsiu-fen Tsai, Director, Energy Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs
Tel: +886-2-2775-7730
Email: hftsai@moeaea.gov.tw