Research alliance aims to address material challenges of geothermal in TaiwanThe Metal Research Center and National Cheng Kung University to collaborate on geothermal research (source: Metal Industry Research and Development Center)Carlo Cariaga 15 Sep 2025Two research institutes in Taiwan have come together to advance geothermal technology research in Taiwan, with initial focus on composite pipe materials. This has attracted over 10 companies to join the industry alliance, injecting new momentum into geothermal development in the northern Datun Mountains. The institute has years of research results and has maintained close relationships with domestic and international industry partners. They also plan to co-host an international geothermal symposium in October to create an international exchange platform and jointly promote Taiwan’s geothermal industry. RELATED: Taiwan reports promising exploration results of Top 5 geothermal prospect sitesSource: Metal Industries Research and Development Centre