Welcome to Taipei News. I'm Kenneth Chi, and thank you for joining us. We will start today's episode with great news to share with everyone in Taipei. 1) Taipei Metro Wins ESG Gold Award for Sustainability 臺北捷首獲「ESG交通運輸永續獎」 Taipei Metro just won top prize in the first-ever ESG Transportation Awards! That makes them Taiwan's leader in eco-friendly rail travel.
"With their 'Go Greener, SHINE Brighter' vision, Taipei Metro is all about safety, harmony, smart tech, and a greener planet. They're cutting energy use, playing their part in Taipei City's green goals, and even aligning with Taiwan's plan to be carbon-neutral by 2050. In 2023, their solar panels alone saved a whopping 9,600 metric tons of carbon emissions. And with over 200 million riders every year, Taipei Metro is a major player in reducing emissions. So next time you hop on the metro, you're not just getting around - you're making a difference for the environment! 2) The 2025 Taipei Camellia Show 臺北茶花展愛與夢想10號登場 Want to make the most of the weekend before the Chinese New Year? The 2025 Taipei Camellia Show welcomes the flower season from January 10th to 19th at the Floriculture Experiment Center on Yangming Mountain. With the theme "Life of Love and Dreams," the event invites visitors to enjoy the beauty of camellias, which represent grace and strength. The show will display over 300 types of camellias, including Taiwan's native flowers and carefully grown bonsai. Visitors can join guided tours, workshops, and fun hands-on activities to learn more about these lovely winter flowers. For more details, visit the official website at www.flowersfestival.taipei/. 3) 2025 Taipei Lunar New Year Market: A 30th Anniversary Celebration 年貨大街三十熱鬧登場 The Chinese New Year is just around the corner, and with it comes a host of exciting celebrations and activities. One highlight is the 2025 Taipei Chinese New Year Market, which will run from January 11 to 27 on Dihua Street. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the market’s theme, "Three Decades of Festive Joy," reflects its rich cultural heritage and lively atmosphere. making it a must-visit destination for everyone. Deputy Mayor Lin Yi-Hwa said. [sound bite] 林副市長語音 Here, you’ll find all the Nianhuo you need to welcome the Chinese New Year. Nianhuo is a Chinese term referring to the goods people purchase to prepare for the holiday. These include traditional food items, festive decorations, and unique souvenirs. To make your visit easier, free shuttle buses will operate throughout the event. For more details, visit www.2025taipeilunarnewyear.taipei/. Don’t miss this iconic celebration of the Chinese New Year! 4) Taipei’s Couplet Calligraphy Event 春聯揮毫活動 And now, for another exciting Chinese New Year event. On January 9th, Taipei City celebrated the Chinese New Year with a vibrant calligraphy event at City Hall. Fifty-six calligraphers gathered to create festive couplets for the public. Mayor Chiang Wan-an and Zhang Binghuang, president of the ROC Calligraphy Society, also showcased their calligraphy skills, sharing heartfelt New Year wishes with everyone. Mayor Chiang said this is a wonderful tradition, and we should keep it going. [sound bite] 蔣市長語音 Chinese New Year couplets, or chūnlián, are a cherished tradition. These poetic lines, written on red paper, symbolize good fortune, prosperity, and happiness. Don’t worry if you missed the event, Taipei City offers free couplet downloads at convenience store kiosks. Print one out and bring the festive spirit into your home! (To download your couplets, visit the Taipei City Government website: www.gov.taipei/News_List_Mayor.aspx?n=2044902FC839D045&sms=72544237BBE4C5F6) 5) Capture the Magic: Taipei Lantern Photo Contest 台北燈節趣味創意攝影比賽2月徵件 And there’s more to celebrate this Chinese New Year. Taipei is inviting you to capture the magic of the 2025 Taipei Lantern Festival through a creative photography contest. Winning photos will also be displayed on Taipei MRT lightboxes. For more details, visit the official contest website at camstreet.com.tw/3073. That was Taipei News for the week. Tune in every Friday at 10:00 a.m. on Taipei Broadcasting Station or stream us online at tradio.gov.taipei. I'm Kenneth Chi. Thanks for listening. See you next time! ■ Vocabulary List sustainability [səˌstenəˈbɪləti] (n.) 永續性 carbon-neutral [ˌkɑrbən ˈn(j)utrəl] (adj.) 碳中和的 emission [ɪˈmɪʃən] (n.) 排放 grace [ɡres] (n.) 優雅 heritage [ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ] (n.) 傳統；遺產 shuttle [ˈʃʌtl] (n.) 接駁車 calligraphy [/kəˈlɪɡrəfi/ (n.) 書法 prosperity [prɑˈspɛrəti/ (n.) 繁榮 creativity [ˌkrieˈtɪvəti] (n.) 創意 souvenir [ˌsuvəˈnɪr] (n.) 紀念品
Welcome to Taipei News. I'm Kenneth Chi, and thank you for joining us.
We will start today's episode with great news to share with everyone in Taipei.
1) Taipei Metro Wins ESG Gold Award for Sustainability 臺北捷首獲「ESG交通運輸永續獎」
Taipei Metro just won top prize in the first-ever ESG Transportation Awards! That makes them Taiwan's leader in eco-friendly rail travel.
"With their 'Go Greener, SHINE Brighter' vision, Taipei Metro is all about safety, harmony, smart tech, and a greener planet. They're cutting energy use, playing their part in Taipei City's green goals, and even aligning with Taiwan's plan to be carbon-neutral by 2050.
In 2023, their solar panels alone saved a whopping 9,600 metric tons of carbon emissions. And with over 200 million riders every year, Taipei Metro is a major player in reducing emissions. So next time you hop on the metro, you're not just getting around - you're making a difference for the environment!
2) The 2025 Taipei Camellia Show 臺北茶花展愛與夢想10號登場
Want to make the most of the weekend before the Chinese New Year?
The 2025 Taipei Camellia Show welcomes the flower season from January 10th to 19th at the Floriculture Experiment Center on Yangming Mountain. With the theme "Life of Love and Dreams," the event invites visitors to enjoy the beauty of camellias, which represent grace and strength. The show will display over 300 types of camellias, including Taiwan's native flowers and carefully grown bonsai.
Visitors can join guided tours, workshops, and fun hands-on activities to learn more about these lovely winter flowers. For more details, visit the official website at www.flowersfestival.taipei/.
3) 2025 Taipei Lunar New Year Market: A 30th Anniversary Celebration 年貨大街三十熱鬧登場
The Chinese New Year is just around the corner, and with it comes a host of exciting celebrations and activities.
One highlight is the 2025 Taipei Chinese New Year Market, which will run from January 11 to 27 on Dihua Street. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the market’s theme, "Three Decades of Festive Joy," reflects its rich cultural heritage and lively atmosphere. making it a must-visit destination for everyone.
Deputy Mayor Lin Yi-Hwa said.
[sound bite] 林副市長語音
Here, you’ll find all the Nianhuo you need to welcome the Chinese New Year. Nianhuo is a Chinese term referring to the goods people purchase to prepare for the holiday. These include traditional food items, festive decorations, and unique souvenirs.
To make your visit easier, free shuttle buses will operate throughout the event. For more details, visit www.2025taipeilunarnewyear.taipei/. Don’t miss this iconic celebration of the Chinese New Year!
4) Taipei’s Couplet Calligraphy Event 春聯揮毫活動
And now, for another exciting Chinese New Year event.
On January 9th, Taipei City celebrated the Chinese New Year with a vibrant calligraphy event at City Hall. Fifty-six calligraphers gathered to create festive couplets for the public. Mayor Chiang Wan-an and Zhang Binghuang, president of the ROC Calligraphy Society, also showcased their calligraphy skills, sharing heartfelt New Year wishes with everyone.
Mayor Chiang said this is a wonderful tradition, and we should keep it going.
[sound bite] 蔣市長語音
Chinese New Year couplets, or chūnlián, are a cherished tradition. These poetic lines, written on red paper, symbolize good fortune, prosperity, and happiness.
Don’t worry if you missed the event, Taipei City offers free couplet downloads at convenience store kiosks. Print one out and bring the festive spirit into your home!
(To download your couplets, visit the Taipei City Government website: www.gov.taipei/News_List_Mayor.aspx?n=2044902FC839D045&sms=72544237BBE4C5F6)
5) Capture the Magic: Taipei Lantern Photo Contest 台北燈節趣味創意攝影比賽2月徵件
And there’s more to celebrate this Chinese New Year.
Taipei is inviting you to capture the magic of the 2025 Taipei Lantern Festival through a creative photography contest. Winning photos will also be displayed on Taipei MRT lightboxes.
For more details, visit the official contest website at camstreet.com.tw/3073.
That was Taipei News for the week.
Tune in every Friday at 10:00 a.m. on Taipei Broadcasting Station or stream us online at tradio.gov.taipei.
I'm Kenneth Chi. Thanks for listening. See you next time!
■ Vocabulary List
sustainability [səˌstenəˈbɪləti] (n.) 永續性
carbon-neutral [ˌkɑrbən ˈn(j)utrəl] (adj.) 碳中和的
emission [ɪˈmɪʃən] (n.) 排放
grace [ɡres] (n.) 優雅
heritage [ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ] (n.) 傳統；遺產
shuttle [ˈʃʌtl] (n.) 接駁車
calligraphy [/kəˈlɪɡrəfi/ (n.) 書法
prosperity [prɑˈspɛrəti/ (n.) 繁榮
creativity [ˌkrieˈtɪvəti] (n.) 創意
souvenir [ˌsuvəˈnɪr] (n.) 紀念品