Project title Development of green energy and net-zero carbon emission technologies Project summary The project development of green energy and net-zero carbon emission technologies focuses on research and training in key areas of sustainable energy technology, including biomass conversion, hydrogen-related energy systems, thermoelectric energy harvesting, and waste heat recovery. It is designed to provide participating students with opportunities to engage in laboratory-based research, technical discussions, and hands-on learning related to green energy and carbon reduction. Research activities will include biomass conversion into useful fuels and materials, hydrogen production and utilization pathways, and thermoelectric materials and systems for low-grade thermal energy recovery. Through collaboration with partner institutions in selected countries, the project will serve as a platform for academic exchange and research training in Taiwan. The host laboratory is well equipped with experimental and analytical facilities, including an elemental analyzer (EA), thermogravimetric analyzer (TGA), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and Py-GC/MS, enabling students to gain practical experience in advanced research techniques. Previous experience has demonstrated the effectiveness of this program, as the laboratory has hosted more than a dozen international visiting students under TEEP support, with their participation contributing to over 20 papers published in reputable international journals. Building on this strong foundation, the project is expected to further strengthen international academic collaboration and support the development of future talent in green energy and net-zero carbon technologies. Project objectives and expected benefits In alignment with the national 2050 Net-Zero Emissions Pathway, this project aims to advance the four major transition strategies of energy transition, industrial transformation, lifestyle transformation, and social transformation, while strengthening the two fundamental enabling pillars of technological research and development and climate-related legislation, supported by the twelve key strategies. Under the 115 TEEP Program, the project will establish collaborative partnerships with countries including the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia to jointly promote the development of high-efficiency biomass energy conversion technologies, optimize the conversion of biomass into biofuels and value-added materials, explore the application of hydrogen in energy storage and distribution, enhance the efficiency of hydrogen production, storage, and fuel cell systems, and develop innovative thermoelectric materials and system designs for the effective conversion of low-grade waste heat into electricity, thereby achieving efficient energy recovery and utilization. It is anticipated that students participating in this internship program in Taiwan will gain a solid understanding of Taiwan’s strengths in education and academic resources. Such exposure is expected to encourage them, in accordance with their future academic and career plans, to pursue further studies in Taiwan or to explore professional opportunities in Taiwan after completing their studies. Main recruitment source countries Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, New Zealand Partner universities / Departments / Companies Kasetsart University, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, De La Salle University, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Chulalongkorn University, Sunway University Planned internship periods • 115/1/1–115/4/30: 2 students planned • 115/5/1–115/8/31: 2 students planned • 115/9/1–115/12/31: 1 student planned   Project implementation method To conduct research projects and participate in science outreach, hands-on activities related to agricultural waste reutilization.