Sustainability

High-value Reutilization of Biomass Materials

The functional nutrients in algae possess significant potential for application and hold advantages in terms of environmental protection and sustainability. Using a complete extraction process based on the Fenton oxidation reaction technology, which breaks down plant cell walls, combined with ultrasonic extraction techniques, key substances from algae can be efficiently extracted. This process achieves rapid extraction and improves extraction efficiency. The extracted substances can serve as important raw materials for functional pet food and other high-value-added products.

Sustainability　|　Green Energy ＆ Environment/Agriculture

Point-Absorption Wave Energy Converter

The WEC developed by ITRI absorbs wave energy through the movement of the floating structure, including linear sliding and rotary drive forms, and transmits wave energy to the power conversion system. The permanent magnet is driven by a self-developed high-efficiency transmission system. The generator generates power output; the installation method of the power generation device can be offshore floating type or shore-based type according to local conditions. The developed technical ability is to design the appropriate shape and size of the unit according to the kinetic energy required by the wave generator and the wave conditions in the on-site sea area, and to carry out the detailed design of the overall appearance and internal configuration of WEC.

Sustainability　|　Green Energy ＆ Environment

Leaf rice blast early warning technology

Rice leaf blast, a significant threat to rice yields during Taiwan's first cropping season, can be devastating. This technology employs unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) equipped with multispectral cameras to capture field imagery and analyze spectral data, enabling early detection of the disease. By identifying plants at risk and visualizing affected areas, it empowers farmers to make informed decisions regarding pesticide application, optimizing its use and minimizing environmental impact.

Sustainability　|　Agriculture

The Taiwan Tea Assortment and Grading System (TAGs) Digital Platform

The Taiwan Tea< Assortment> and Grading System (TAGS) Digital Platform Evaluation System is a digital information system specifically designed for tea quality assessment. Based on the TAGS grading standards, the evaluation results classify tea into three grades: <Deluxe Premium>, and Choice. An AI-generated evaluation report is also provided, detailing the tea's quality characteristics.

Sustainability　|　Agriculture

Fatty acid esters pilot plant production and applications

The continuous solid-state catalytic transesterification technology independently developed by CPC can produce various bio-based fatty acid esters. The process has the advantages of high conversion rate and low waste, and is in line with the characteristics of low-carbon environmental protection and circular economy.