National Sun Yat-sen University Builds Disaster Microgrid, Prioritizing Semiconductor Research During Power Outages

National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU) is constructing a disaster-resilient microgrid to safeguard its critical research infrastructure, particularly in the face of extreme weather events and potential power supply disruptions. The university plans to implement an "island operation mode" during disasters, ensuring that essential power is supplied to semiconductor and biomedical research facilities.

Chien-pin Tseng, Vice Secretary-General of NSYSU, explained that the university's main campus is located at the end of a power supply line. This, combined with geographical factors and aging infrastructure, makes the campus vulnerable to power outages caused by natural disasters like typhoons, tsunamis, and landslides, as well as equipment failures and environmental factors such as salt damage. He cited past incidents, including damage from typhoons Moranti and Shandor, and various power outages due to equipment malfunction and environmental issues.

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The university plans to build a disaster-resilient microgrid, and during power outages, it will prioritize semiconductor research.

The new microgrid system will involve installing solar panels on the roof of the National Research Building, adding energy storage facilities, and integrating an energy management system, complemented by existing generator backups. During normal operations, it will connect with the Taiwan Power Company grid to reduce the impact of solar power. In emergencies, it will switch to island mode, prioritizing power for key research equipment and necessary loads. The project is expected to generate approximately NT$4.5 million annually and provide at least 48 hours of disaster-resilient power.

Meanwhile, Taipei Medical University (TMU) is also advancing its sustainability goals. Shen Sheng-da, Vice Secretary-General of TMU, shared that the university aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045. TMU has already reduced carbon emissions by 1,100 metric tons, or 11.62%, in 2024. The university plans to continue enhancing its energy efficiency and carbon reduction capabilities through smart energy management, equipment upgrades, and renewable energy development.

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The university has announced its goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2045.