UK-Taiwan Innovation Twins for Net Zero report
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UK-Taiwan Innovation Twins for Net Zero
The Innovation Twins Programme is an initiative designed to foster strategic collaborations between cities across international borders. It facilitates the exchange of innovations, investments, and technology trials, enabling partner cities to tackle shared challenges and promote sustainable urban development.
This latest report from the UK-Taiwan Innovation Twins Programme highlights the promising collaboration between Edinburgh in the UK and Kaohsiung in Taiwan. Both cities are coastal hubs with significant ports and have demonstrated strong commitments to achieving net zero emissions. Edinburgh is known for its expertise in renewable energy, data science, and financial services, supported by leading universities and research institutions. Meanwhile, Kaohsiung is recognised for its industrial base and growing focus on green technologies and sustainable urban initiatives.
The report provides a comprehensive overview of the collaboration's potential, beginning with an analysis of the strategic importance of the UK-Taiwan relationship within the Innovation Twins framework. It then delves into the context and specific strengths of Edinburgh and Kaohsiung, focusing on their innovation ecosystems and net zero initiatives – to understand how they can leverage their individual assets for mutual benefit.
To ensure effective collaboration, the report outlines key areas for synergy, including renewable energy, circular economy, low-carbon transport, smart city and digital infrastructure, energy efficiency and building retrofits, green finance and investment, port regeneration, AgriTech, and life sciences. The proposed phased approach emphasises the importance of introducing local leadership, identifying initial focus areas, securing stakeholder commitments, universities playing a leading role, and then exploring the next phase for Innovation Twins.
The collaboration between Edinburgh and Kaohsiung presents a significant opportunity to advance shared sustainability goals while fostering innovation and economic growth. The report establishes a foundation for a robust collaboration that positions both cities as leaders in the global transition to a low-carbon future.
