Green Energy Technologies
Green energy technologies are a top priority on the Taiwan government's list of new industries to promote. President Ma Ying-jeou has highlighted solar and LED (light emitting diode) technologies as two areas where the island has potential to lead competitors.
Clean energy-related industries in Taiwan produced US$4.7 billion worth of goods in 2008, and the government hopes to grow that figure to US$14 billion by 2012.
Several companies in Taiwan have produced solar panels for years, including Motech Solar and E-Ton Solar. LED makers have also sprouted on the island, including Epistar and Everlight Electronics.
Groups from Taiwan have discussed using LED in public areas, including street lights and elsewhere, to take advantage of the energy-saving aspect of the technology.
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