In response to the global push toward net-zero emissions by 2050, the demand for green-collar professionals equipped with expertise in greenhouse gas inventories, carbon footprint calculations, carbon reduction, and carbon management is rising. To strengthen Taiwan’s net-zero transition talent pool, the Ministry of Environment (MoE) established the Net-Zero Green Collar Talent Training Alliance and set up four regional training centers across the north, central, south, and east. The Central Training Center, hosted at National Yunlin University of Science and Technology (YunTech), connects multiple universities and colleges from Miaoli to Yunlin, collaboratively advancing talent cultivation.

The Central Training Center currently offers at least 22 class sessions, covering topics such as climate change and greenhouse gas management, inventory procedures, voluntary reduction mechanisms, and product carbon footprints. Each course provides 48 hours of instruction, and participants who complete the training and pass the assessment will receive official certification from the Ministry of Environment.

First Labor-Focused Class in Taiwan

For the first time this year, the program collaborated with the Ministry of Labor’s “Industry Talent Investment Program” to launch the Labor-Focused Class – Net-Zero Green Collar Talent Training Program, Session 01, held by YunTech’s Department of Environmental Safety and Health on March 21, 2026. Enrollment was highly competitive, reaching the full class size of 40 participants from diverse sectors including manufacturing, transportation, healthcare, and finance, reflecting a strong cross-industry interest in green skills development.

Expert-Led Curriculum

The course featured lectures by Deputy Director General Chang Gen-Mu of the Climate Change Agency and former EPA Director-General Chang Tzu-Ching, who shared insights on climate policy and green-collar industry trends. Instruction was delivered by a professional team with over ten years of practical experience in climate strategy. Course content included:

• Climate change fundamentals and related regulations

• Carbon pricing and voluntary reduction mechanisms

• Inventory verification and carbon footprint case studies

The training strengthened participants’ professional skills, enhancing their competitiveness for future roles in Taiwan’s net-zero transition.

Subsidized Training and Career Advancement

Through Ministry of Labor subsidies, participants received 80% to full coverage of course fees, allowing them to pursue professional development during weekends. Participants reported that the program not only aligns with national development priorities but also improves personal sustainability knowledge and practical application skills.

Due to strong demand, YunTech plans to offer a second labor-focused session later this year, along with weekday and weekend courses in April and July 2026 open to the general public and students. The Central Training Center is also expanding courses to Miaoli, Taichung, Changhua, and Nantou, broadening Taiwan’s green-collar talent cultivation. Interested participants can visit the MoE Green Collar Training Program website here or contact Mr. Zhao at YunTech Central Net-Zero Talent Training Center: +886-5-5342601 ext. 4490.

Event Highlights

• Deputy Director General Chang Gen-Mu leading course instruction

• Participants attentively engaged in lectures

• Group photo of opening day with participants and Deputy Director General Chang

Contact Information

• Organizing Unit: Department of Environmental Safety and Health

• Director: Yang Chu-Fang

• Contact Person: Zhao Yu-Yun

• Tel: +886-5-534-2601 ext. 4490

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