Formosa Solar has organized the Solar Photovoltaic Experience Camp for three consecutive years and has expanded the scale of the event year after year with students’ good reviews. This year's summer camps were held at National Chung Cheng University, featuring a rich and diverse curriculum that included expert talks, topic salons, site visits, and field studies. Furthermore, we have invited the alumni sharing their feedback.
The program was designed to help students learn about the role of the photovoltaic industry in energy transition, as well as the operation of the community's civic power plant. We hope that photovoltaic education will take root and sow the seeds of green energy development for future generations.
For the final session of this year, we visited the Chiayi Salt Land Solar Power Plant. We had a thought-provoking workshop on "Renewable Energy Policies and Measures" led by a professor Kao from National Tsing Hua University. In addition, we invited Ms. Chiu from the Kaohsiung Wild Bird Society to guide students in exploring the migratory bird ecosystem. This unique experience allowed us to witness the harmonious coexistence of solar energy and ecology while gaining insights into balancing solar energy development with wetland conservation.
Formosa Solar hosts an annual Solar Photovoltaic Education Camp, expanding in 2023 to include locations in Taipei and Pingtung. Students not only gain professional knowledge during the camp but also develop a profound understanding of the importance and trends of green energy. The event invites experts from the industry and academia to integrate theory and practice. Through courses such as on-site visits to solar power generation facilities, students delve into the principles and applications of solar photovoltaics. The success of the Solar Photovoltaic Education Camp not only provides students with a rare experiential opportunity but also injects new energy into energy education in Taiwan.
An ecological education center is set up in the Chiayi Salt Land project site to provide reservation-based tour guide services for educating about the base and surrounding ecology and introduction of solar photovoltaic power, so as to give back to the community and the environment, assist the development of local industries, and practice environmental ecological education. Among them, the outdoor viewing area is equipped with ecological surveillance cameras, which enables viewing of real-time images in the indoor education center, and the indoor education area is set up with ecological education boards and introduction of solar photovoltaic project sites.
We are actively involved in educational initiatives that aim to spread awareness about the coexistence of ecology and photovoltaic power. One such initiative involves inviting high school students to visit its best demonstration sites, where the principles of green energy and ecological balance are put into practice.
Through field trips to the solar photovoltaic plant area and guided tours, students are provided with a comprehensive understanding of various aspects, including the installation, operation, management, and maintenance of photovoltaic plants. The focus is on showcasing how these plants can effectively coexist with the surrounding ecological environment. The educational experience is enriched by practical activities and enjoyable competitions, enhancing the students' engagement and learning outcomes.
