〔稿源：2024-03-14 / 工商時報〕
Donating saplings to the campus in central Taiwan to educate and promote the concept of afforestation, environmental sustainability and cooling the earth.
On Arbor Day, National Chin-Yi University of Technology's Energy and Environmental Information Development Technology Service Center, in collaboration with the Taiwan Energy and Environmental Development Association, organized the "Earth Restoration Action" at various locations, including Taipei Chongyi Kindergarten, Du-Xing Elementary School, Dong-Ying Non-profit Kindergarten, Wuri Dong-Yuan Elementary School, and Lixing Elementary School in Nantou County. The event aimed to promote the environmentally friendly concept of tree planting for carbon emission reduction in response to extreme climate conditions and global warming.
This year's tree planting event marks the fourth consecutive year of activities in the greater Taichung area, with the addition of five campuses participating in the initiative. A total of 255 seedlings were donated, including gardenia, jade leaf golden flower, envoy, poinciana, azaleas, and other varieties, each possessing unique characteristics. The event received widespread support and participation from teachers, students, officials, and parents, who recognized the significance of greening the environment to mitigate the effects of climate change. Participants not only had the opportunity to plant trees firsthand but also gained a deeper understanding of the importance of environmental sustainability in cooling the earth.
Principal Tang, Cheng-Mao of Dong-Yuan Elementary School emphasized the growing severity of global warming and its resulting drastic climate changes worldwide. He highlighted the dual benefits of afforestation, not only in creating urban forests but also in regulating temperatures and optimizing ecosystems. Principal Tang expressed his hope that through such profound and meaningful activities, practical actions could be taken to enhance the ecological environment and inspire the public to care for the earth collectively.
Liu, Han-Qing, director of the Taiwan Energy and Environmental Development Association and provider of saplings for the event, expressed delight in participating in these intentional activities. He emphasized the collaborative efforts of participating kindergartens, schools, and community members in planting saplings for the betterment of our planet. Liu, Han-Qing hopes that this event will raise awareness about the importance of tree planting and encourage more actions beneficial to environmental protection and carbon reduction.
During the event, the NCUT Energy and Environmental Technology Center showcased the "TEAX Total External Air Natural Energy Conversion System" at Dong Yuan Elementary School. The system, invented by Professor Weng, Guo-Liang, director of the NCUT Energy and Environmental Information Development Technology Service Center, was demonstrated as a solution during the severe COVID-19 epidemic in 2019.
Professor Weng explained that the system was developed with the support of the former Ministry of Science and Technology's Price Innovation Program. It was swiftly implemented at Changhua Xiuchuan Hospital to establish negative pressure isolation wards and micro-negative pressure quarantine stations. Subsequently, the system equipment was donated to hospitals including Taoyuan Min-Sheng Hospital, Cathay Hospital, and Pingtung An-Tai Hospital to set up positive/negative pressure epidemic prevention kiosks. The project received commendations and certificates of appreciation from various hospitals and local governments.
The "TEAX Total External Air Natural Energy Conversion System" utilizes the pressure difference of water vapor molecules to absorb heat energy and wash the air, cooling both indoor and outdoor air without emitting heat. It effectively reduces carbon dioxide, purifies the air, and maintains constant humidity and temperature. With over 100 patents obtained in multiple countries, this system stands apart from other air circulation, filtration, and conditioning equipment available on the market. Professor Weng emphasized that natural energy conversion systems will play a crucial role in achieving the COP28 global cooling action commitment of "reducing carbon emissions by 68% before 2050."
According to research, every additional tree on Earth can reduce 12 kilograms of carbon dioxide annually. If each of Taiwan's 23 million people plants a tree, it is expected to reduce 270 million kilograms of carbon dioxide per year. Additionally, the "Total External Air Natural Energy Conversion System" can save up to 4,746.72 kilograms of carbon annually, which is equivalent to the carbon reduction achieved by planting 400 trees! The Taiwan Energy and Environmental Development Association, as a legal entity, aims to raise public awareness of environmental issues and encourage active participation in environmental protection actions through this event. They expressed their commitment to organizing more activities in the future to promote environmental protection and sustainable development in Taiwan.
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