NUU Faculty and Students Recognized for Contributions to Energy Conservation in Miaoli
Professor Chen Mei-Ling and students from the Department of Electrical Engineering at National United University (NUU) have been actively involved in energy conservation outreach and services in Miaoli County. On the morning of October 6, they attended the “2026 Miaoli County Energy Conservation Achievement Presentation” hosted by the Miaoli County Government at Han Xuan Hall in Miaoli City. Alongside village and neighborhood representatives, energy conservation volunteers, and electricians, they shared the results of their work over the past year. The faculty and students also received certificates of appreciation from Miaoli County Magistrate Chung Tung-Chin in recognition of their contributions to local energy conservation efforts, demonstrating NUU’s commitment to social responsibility and sustainable local development.
The event was attended by Miaoli County Magistrate Chung Tung-Chin, Director-General of the Department of Economic Development Chan Tsai-Ping, Taipower Miaoli District Office Director Ku Yu-Cheng, county councilors, local representatives, NUU faculty and students, and energy conservation partners from various sectors. Through collaboration among government, industry, academia, and local communities, the initiative promotes energy conservation education and services, improves energy efficiency, and supports the shared goal of building a low-carbon and sustainable future.
Professor Chen noted, “President Hou Ti-Kuang has always emphasized that NUU must serve as the strongest think tank for local governments.” Through their participation in local energy conservation initiatives, NUU faculty and students apply their professional expertise to address community needs, bringing energy-saving practices into neighborhoods and everyday life. The recognition from the county government also acknowledges NUU’s ongoing efforts in energy conservation and sustainable local development.
Magistrate Chung emphasized that reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions requires cooperation among government, industry, and academia. He also encouraged residents to use water and electricity responsibly and help children develop energy-saving habits from an early age. The county government provides free home electricity assessments and replacement services for energy-intensive appliances to disadvantaged households, addressing both energy efficiency and electrical safety. Improvements to lighting systems can also help reduce the risk of falls among older adults, allowing energy conservation initiatives to support vulnerable families and seniors living alone.
Director-General Chan noted that energy conservation initiatives must be closely connected to everyday life to encourage public participation and long-term behavioral change. This year, the county government incorporated energy-saving concepts into recreational and educational activities, including outdoor movie screenings, summer energy conservation camps, and energy-saving lessons at schools. Six outdoor movie screenings combined with energy conservation campaigns attracted approximately 4,000 visits. Meanwhile, school-based outreach programs reached 30 schools, helping students develop energy-saving habits that can extend into their homes and family lives.
The county government has also continued to train local energy conservation volunteers to support community outreach and energy-saving services. In addition, 800 household energy consumption surveys were completed. Combined with survey data from the previous three years, the findings provide insights into residents’ electricity consumption habits and energy-saving practices, serving as a reference for future policy development and resource allocation.
The event highlighted the results of collaborative efforts among universities, government agencies, and local communities to promote energy conservation. Through faculty and student participation in local initiatives, NUU continues to work with community partners to strengthen energy-saving awareness and contribute to a low-carbon, resilient, and sustainable Miaoli.
Photo provided by the Department of Electrical Engineering; text edited and published by the Office of the President
October 8, 2026
The event was attended by Miaoli County Magistrate Chung Tung-Chin, Director-General of the Department of Economic Development Chan Tsai-Ping, Taipower Miaoli District Office Director Ku Yu-Cheng, county councilors, local representatives, NUU faculty and students, and energy conservation partners from various sectors. Through collaboration among government, industry, academia, and local communities, the initiative promotes energy conservation education and services, improves energy efficiency, and supports the shared goal of building a low-carbon and sustainable future.
Professor Chen noted, “President Hou Ti-Kuang has always emphasized that NUU must serve as the strongest think tank for local governments.” Through their participation in local energy conservation initiatives, NUU faculty and students apply their professional expertise to address community needs, bringing energy-saving practices into neighborhoods and everyday life. The recognition from the county government also acknowledges NUU’s ongoing efforts in energy conservation and sustainable local development.
Magistrate Chung emphasized that reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions requires cooperation among government, industry, and academia. He also encouraged residents to use water and electricity responsibly and help children develop energy-saving habits from an early age. The county government provides free home electricity assessments and replacement services for energy-intensive appliances to disadvantaged households, addressing both energy efficiency and electrical safety. Improvements to lighting systems can also help reduce the risk of falls among older adults, allowing energy conservation initiatives to support vulnerable families and seniors living alone.
Director-General Chan noted that energy conservation initiatives must be closely connected to everyday life to encourage public participation and long-term behavioral change. This year, the county government incorporated energy-saving concepts into recreational and educational activities, including outdoor movie screenings, summer energy conservation camps, and energy-saving lessons at schools. Six outdoor movie screenings combined with energy conservation campaigns attracted approximately 4,000 visits. Meanwhile, school-based outreach programs reached 30 schools, helping students develop energy-saving habits that can extend into their homes and family lives.
The county government has also continued to train local energy conservation volunteers to support community outreach and energy-saving services. In addition, 800 household energy consumption surveys were completed. Combined with survey data from the previous three years, the findings provide insights into residents’ electricity consumption habits and energy-saving practices, serving as a reference for future policy development and resource allocation.
The event highlighted the results of collaborative efforts among universities, government agencies, and local communities to promote energy conservation. Through faculty and student participation in local initiatives, NUU continues to work with community partners to strengthen energy-saving awareness and contribute to a low-carbon, resilient, and sustainable Miaoli.
Photo provided by the Department of Electrical Engineering; text edited and published by the Office of the President
October 8, 2026
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