A renewable energy promotion event was successfully held at the Palau National Aquaculture Center in Koror on September 11, 2024. The event, attended by 30 students and teachers from Palau High School (PHS), was jointly organized by the Taiwan Technical Mission (TTM) in Palau and Tatung Forever Energy Company. The purpose of the event was to introduce the solar photovoltaic (PV) system and its application to aquaculture, fisheries and food production, while also showcasing the integration of renewable energy into the TTM’s latest Strengthening Palau Coastal Fisheries Resource Management project to promote sustainable fisheries development in Palau.
The event began with a presentation by representatives from Tatung Forever Energy Company, who introduced the principles of solar power generation, equipment applications, and the setup of the current system in Palau. Students even used a digital meter to test the voltage generated from the solar panel. During the Q&A session, students actively engaged, asking insightful questions and gaining a better understanding of the role of renewable energy in reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable development.
Following this, Jimmy Tseng, along with intern Daphne Yang, introduced the development status of Palau’s coastal fisheries resource management and the ongoing sustainable fisheries promotion activities. They highlighted the latest advancements made by the TTM in fisheries management and resource protection, emphasizing how renewable energy is being integrated with the technological tools used in these projects.
Lastly, under the guidance of specialists Enrique Hsieh and Carlos Chiu from the TTM, the students toured the Palau National Aquaculture Center to gain further insight into its operations and the application of the solar PV system in aquaculture equipment. This gave the students a first-hand experience of the benefits that clean energy brings to Palau’s sustainable fisheries and environmental conservation efforts.
The event concluded successfully, with PHS students gaining a deeper understanding of solar PV systems and sustainable fisheries. The TTM also strengthened awareness among Palau’s younger generation about the importance of green energy and environmental protection.