Speaker

Personal Biography：

Dr. Tzong-Ming Lee is Senior Vice President of Industrial Technology Research Institute in Taiwan (ITRI) and General Director of Material and Chemical Research Laboratories, ITRI. He is also Director, the Office of Southern Taiwan Industrial Innovation Strategy (abbreviated as SIS) and Deputy Director, Net Zero and Sustainability Strategy Office in ITRI. He received his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from National Tsing Hua University of Taiwan. Dr. Lee’s expertise is in Epoxy/Polyimide Resin Synthesis and Related Hybrid Technologies and Key Materials Technology for Electronics and Semiconductor Optoelectronics, Key Processes and Materials Technology for Net Zero Sustainability.

Presentation title：
Development of Low Carbon Emission Chemicals Technologies In ITRI

Abstract:
As the global community grapples with the realities of climate change, the concept of net-zero emissions has emerged as a critical goal for mitigating the worst impacts of global warming. Achieving net-zero emissions means balancing the amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere with the amount removed or offset, leading to no net increase in atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations. This ambitious goal requires a multifaceted approach, incorporating various strategies and technologies. Among these, renewable energy, carbon capture and utilization (CCU), biomass adopted as raw material, and plastics circulation play important roles in transitioning to a sustainable, low-carbon future. However, realizing the full potential of these technologies requires overcoming challenges related to cost, infrastructure, and sustainability. With the right policies and investments, on the materials side, CCU, biomass, and circulation can contribute to a sustainable and resilient future, helping to protect the planet for future generations.

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