On December 12, the Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research (CIER) formally launched “TRE100,” a domestic framework for green energy commitments modeled after the standards of the global RE100 initiative. This platform is designed to assist Taiwanese enterprises that have not yet reached the RE100 electricity consumption threshold in establishing an internationally recognized green electricity commitment mechanism, thereby strengthening their supply chain sustainability competitiveness.
Waiving Electricity Thresholds to Enable SME Participation in Global Renewable Initiatives
Hsien-Ming Lien, President of the CIER, noted that export-oriented industries commonly face requirements from international clients to disclose progress on carbon reduction and the use of green power. However, RE100 maintains an annual electricity consumption threshold of 100 million kilowatt-hours, which prevents most non-major electricity consumers from participating. TRE100 will eliminate the electricity consumption restriction while adhering to RE100’s technical specifications, including green power source qualification criteria, calculation methodology for usage, and annual disclosure requirements. This approach enables enterprises to communicate externally using consistent standards, thereby reducing information gaps during international audits.
The initial group of enterprises joining TRE100 includes Gudeng Precision Industrial Co., Ltd., FSP Technology Inc., and SUSS MicroTec SE, all of which are key manufacturers with substantial international supply chain integration. Corporate representatives indicated that leveraging the TRE100 framework enables the gradual implementation of diversified renewable energy strategies in compliance with global standards, thus supporting a robust transition toward sustainability.
Shih-Fang Lo, a researcher at the Center for Energy and Environmental Research (CIER), highlighted that TRE100 offers a “recognizable format” that improves communication and transparency in supply chain negotiations. This enhancement enables demand for green power to generate clearer market signals and helps enterprises to meet increasingly stringent international verification requirements. The CIER has maintained a collaborative relationship with RE100 for over six years, and TRE100 will serve as a critical platform for communication between Taiwan and the international net-zero community. The initiative will also address key issues such as green electricity supply-demand gaps and price competitiveness to assist enterprises in responding to global net-zero transformation trends.
Author: CIER Editorial Team
Date: December 15, 2025