Air Products San Fu Co., a subsidiary of Air Products, announced the signing of a 10-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for solar electricity with Tatung Forever Energy, a subsidiary of Tatung Company.
This agreement, which will commence in the fourth quarter of 2024, aims to address climate change and support the decarbonization and sustainable development of Taiwan’s industrial gases sector.
As per the terms of the PPA, Air Products San Fu will procure a part of its energy consumption for industrial gases from renewable sources, thereby reducing its carbon footprint.
This move is expected to prevent carbon dioxide emissions equivalent to those from over 80,000 households in Taiwan during the ten-year agreement period.
Paul Yang, president of Air products San Fu said, “We are excited to collaborate with Tatung Forever Energy as we take a significant step in the transition to green energy. This strategic agreement will enable us to reduce our environmental footprint and help customers in various sectors achieve their sustainability goals.” Â
He added, “As a leading industrial gases player in Taiwan, Air Products San Fu is committed to working closely with the government, customers, and suppliers to accelerate Taiwan’s industrial decarbonization and support the roadmap of ‘Executive Yuan’ towards an innovative industrial ecosystem for green technologies.”
With over 70 years of service in the Taiwan market and more than 60 production facilities across the island, Air Products caters to a vast range of industries, including metal fabrication, glass, electronics, semiconductors, flat panel displays, and petrochemicals.
Additionally, Air Products San Fu is the first industrial gases company in Taiwan to be awarded ISO9002, ISO14000, and ISO17034 certifications.
