Kaohsiung Port Branch of TIPC has been certified by the National Environmental Research Academy as an environmental education facility and venue. This recognition affirms the branch’s long-standing commitment to environmental protection and represents a concrete action in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In response to global environmental change, Kaohsiung Port Branch achieves a win-win outcome for both environmental protection and economic development through innovation and efforts.

In the context of global climate change, the Kaohsiung Port Branch not only focuses on economic development within the port area but also places strong emphasis on environmental protection and resource sustainability. The newly certified ‘Kaohsiung Port Environmental Education Center’ marks a significant step towards developing a green port and achieving net-zero carbon emissions, showcasing Kaohsiung Port’s proactive efforts in promoting environmental protection and corporate social responsibility.

The center integrates natural marine ecology with historical and cultural elements, offering a wealth of educational resources. Through environmental experience activities and gamified learning programs, participants can gain insights into the port’s energy-saving and carbon-reduction technologies, promotion of green energy, and marine ecological conservation, recognizing the importance of Kaohsiung Port and its environmental practices. The professional team presents environmental measures in a clear and accessible manner, helping participants understand the balance between environmental protection and economic development.

Kaohsiung Port Branch stated that this certification is a recognition of its environmental efforts. Moving forward, the branch will continue to reinforce its environmental initiatives, promote more innovative solutions, and work hand-in-hand with all sectors to realize a green future.

In addition, ‘Hualien Port Environmental Education Center’ was officially certified as an Environmental Education Center by the Ministry of Environment on October 22, 2024, making it the 11th certified Environmental Education Center in Hualien County. The center blends the port's historical legacy with sustainability efforts. It features two innovative educational programs—'Port Explorer’ and ‘Water Way of the Port’—designed to help participants to understand port history and the importance of resource sustainability.

‘Port Explorer’ guides participants through Hualien Port’s history via a tour of the Harbor Museum and interactive games, helping them understand the connection between maritime transport and daily life. The ‘Water Way of the Port’ introduces the diverse uses of water resources, enhancing participants’ awareness of water conservation and sustainable development.

These innovative initiatives highlight the efforts of Kaohsiung Port and Hualien Port in environmental education, underscoring TIPC’s leading role in promoting environmental protection and sustainable development. Looking ahead, these education centers will continue to serve as valuable learning resources for the public, driving the realization of a greener future.