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Taiwan chip makers throw weight behind nuclear power review
Taiwan's semiconductor industry has publicly backed the government's examination of restarting nuclear power plants, citing the sector's critical need for stable and reliable electricity supplies.
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The Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Association has signalled its support for the government's review of nuclear power as an energy source, underscoring the industry's dependence on consistent power availability.
In a statement reflecting the sector's concerns, the association stressed that a stable and sufficient electricity supply remains crucial to sustaining Taiwan's competitive position in semiconductor manufacturing and advanced chip production.
The move represents a significant endorsement from one of Taiwan's most economically important industries. Semiconductor manufacturing is energy-intensive, with fabrication plants requiring continuous, uninterrupted power to maintain production quality and meet global demand.
Taiwan currently operates two active nuclear reactors following the phased shutdown of its nuclear programme in recent years. The government's energy review comes as the island balances its renewable energy ambitions with the practical demands of supporting power-hungry industries including semiconductors, electronics manufacturing, and petrochemicals.
The semiconductor association's backing adds industry weight to broader debates about Taiwan's long-term energy security and capacity to support economic growth in the coming decades.