TSMC Rumored to Build Factory in Longke Phase 3; Taipower: Will Do Utmost to Supply Industry
Taipower stated it will do its best to supply the electricity needed by the tech industry, responding to rumors that TSMC plans to build an Angstrom era factory in Longke Phase 3. Taipower chairman Tseng Wen-sheng also addressed the ongoing safety evaluations for nuclear power plants and the complexities of nuclear fuel procurement.
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(Central News Agency reporter Tseng Yun-ting, Taipei, 5th) The Hsinchu Science Park Bureau is expected to submit the Longtan Science Park expansion project (Longke Phase 3) investment plan to the National Science and Technology Council for review in May. Market rumors indicate that TSMC will build an Angstrom era factory there. Taipower Chairman Tseng Wen-sheng stated today that Taipower will do its utmost to provide the electricity needed for the development of the technology industry and will proactively proceed with related power source development and grid deployment.
Regarding rumors that TSMC will establish an Angstrom era factory in Longke Phase 3, TSMC previously responded by stating that it "does not rule out any possibilities." Tseng Wen-sheng, interviewed today before attending the "Business Today Power Energy Forum," stated that Taipower's responsibility is to provide stable electricity when the technology industry needs it. As long as there is a park that needs development, coordination is usually conducted with Taipower in advance. Taipower will plan power equipment and grid construction in advance based on the actual electricity usage of enterprises. Since the related engineering work is extensive, Taipower will also cooperate closely with various levels of government.
In addition, regarding the public's concern about the restart of nuclear power, Tseng Wen-sheng reiterated that the second and third nuclear power plants are continuously undergoing safety evaluation work, including the re-operation plan required by environmental impact assessments and autonomous safety inspections. Among these, the autonomous safety inspection of the third nuclear power plant is expected to start in May, with personnel from the original manufacturer stationed there; the biggest challenge for the second nuclear power plant is currently the large amount of spent fuel rods still stored in the reactor core, which must first be removed before further safety inspections can be performed.
Regarding media concerns about the progress of nuclear fuel procurement and whether it has a chance to arrive before the 2028 general election, Tseng Wen-sheng pointed out that the relevant timeline is not something Taipower can unilaterally decide. Whether safety inspections pass must be determined by the competent authority. Nuclear fuel supply involves design and manufacturing processes, unlike coal or natural gas which can be purchased in the spot market. This includes the configuration of fuel rods loaded into the reactor core, all of which require continuous discussion with the original manufacturer.
Tseng Wen-sheng emphasized that the loading and transportation of fuel require approval from the competent authority. "It's not as simple as filling up gas by the roadside," meaning Taipower cannot immediately obtain fuel just because there is a demand. The relevant procedures still need to be advanced step by step in accordance with regulations and safety requirements. (Edited by Pan Yi-ching) 1150505
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(Central News Agency reporter Tseng Yun-ting, Taipei, 5th) The Hsinchu Science Park Bureau is expected to submit the Longtan Science Park expansion project (Longke Phase 3) investment plan to the National Science and Technology Council for review in May. Market rumors indicate that TSMC will build an Angstrom era factory there. Taipower Chairman Tseng Wen-sheng stated today that Taipower will do its utmost to provide the electricity needed for the development of the technology industry and will proactively proceed with related power source development and grid deployment.
Regarding rumors that TSMC will establish an Angstrom era factory in Longke Phase 3, TSMC previously responded by stating that it "does not rule out any possibilities." Tseng Wen-sheng, interviewed today before attending the "Business Today Power Energy Forum," stated that Taipower's responsibility is to provide stable electricity when the technology industry needs it. As long as there is a park that needs development, coordination is usually conducted with Taipower in advance. Taipower will plan power equipment and grid construction in advance based on the actual electricity usage of enterprises. Since the related engineering work is extensive, Taipower will also cooperate closely with various levels of government.
In addition, regarding the public's concern about the restart of nuclear power, Tseng Wen-sheng reiterated that the second and third nuclear power plants are continuously undergoing safety evaluation work, including the re-operation plan required by environmental impact assessments and autonomous safety inspections. Among these, the autonomous safety inspection of the third nuclear power plant is expected to start in May, with personnel from the original manufacturer stationed there; the biggest challenge for the second nuclear power plant is currently the large amount of spent fuel rods still stored in the reactor core, which must first be removed before further safety inspections can be performed.
Regarding media concerns about the progress of nuclear fuel procurement and whether it has a chance to arrive before the 2028 general election, Tseng Wen-sheng pointed out that the relevant timeline is not something Taipower can unilaterally decide. Whether safety inspections pass must be determined by the competent authority. Nuclear fuel supply involves design and manufacturing processes, unlike coal or natural gas which can be purchased in the spot market. This includes the configuration of fuel rods loaded into the reactor core, all of which require continuous discussion with the original manufacturer.
Tseng Wen-sheng emphasized that the loading and transportation of fuel require approval from the competent authority. "It's not as simple as filling up gas by the roadside," meaning Taipower cannot immediately obtain fuel just because there is a demand. The relevant procedures still need to be advanced step by step in accordance with regulations and safety requirements. (Edited by Pan Yi-ching) 1150505
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