Liberty Times / Reported by Wu Po-hsuan
Minister of Environment Peng Chi-ming (left) visits the “Back to the Future” green transition exhibition with children, learning together about the electrical conductivity of recycled materials and gaining a better understanding of the future of sustainable transformation. (Photo by Reporter Wu Po-hsuan)
The sci-fi movie Back to the Future is full of imagination. Drawing inspiration from that spirit, the Ministry of Environment and the National Taiwan Science Education Center have joined forces in hopes of using imagination to change the world. Today (March 19th), they officially launched the special exhibition “Back to the Future – Driving the Green Transition with Imagination.” The exhibition transforms the rigid and technical knowledge of net-zero transition into science education accessible to the general public. Suitable for visitors of all ages, it encourages people to reflect on the relationship between everyday life and the environment, plant the seeds of environmental protection, and take action toward building a sustainable future.
Peng Chi-ming stated that the government is determined to achieve net-zero transformation by 2050, but the path forward remains challenging. For example, potential geothermal resources are located in national parks, solar power installations on hillsides require environmental impact assessments, and offshore wind power projects are becoming increasingly expensive. While many people talk about net-zero carbon emissions, the responsibility often seems to fall on others, creating a significant gap between collective aspirations and actual behavior. People enjoy conveniences such as all-you-can-eat dining and driving, and find life inconvenient without them. Through the exhibition, the ministry hopes to connect with global net-zero trends and convert complex knowledge into accessible public science education. The exhibition is expected to run for two years, with the possibility of extension if the response is positive. The Science Education Center receives about 1.2 million visitors annually, and Peng believes that once the spark is ignited, momentum will build and lead to success.
Deputy Minister of Education Liu Kuo-wei noted that the Ministry of Education has recently collaborated with the Ministry of Environment to develop an online climate-change course for high school students. This special exhibition also provides an opportunity to share net-zero knowledge with the public, helping ensure a better future for the next generation. Meanwhile, Liu Huo-chin, Director of the National Taiwan Science Education Center, said that the exhibition includes tactile experiences and interactive displays that differ from traditional printed materials. By experiencing the exhibits in person, visitors can remember the lessons for a lifetime and gain inspiration.
Closely aligned with global net-zero trends, the exhibition features nine areas of transformation: transportation, space, environment, energy, materials, research and development, economy, food, and culture. It also showcases 33 real transformation stories from Taiwan and around the world. Among the exhibits is the electric bus motor developed by Master Transportation Bus Manufacturing Ltd., offering a glimpse into Taiwan’s domestically developed motor technology. Another highlight is carbonate minerals from Iceland, demonstrating the principle of carbon capture and storage by turning carbon dioxide gas into stone. Additional green transition cases from countries including the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, Denmark, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Iceland, and Morocco are also presented.
The “Back to the Future” green transition exhibition features an electric bus motor and uses 3D simulation technology to allow children to experience what it is like to drive a bus. (Photo by Reporter Wu Po-hsuan)
Minister of Environment Peng Chi-ming attended the “Back to the Future” green transition exhibition and pointed to a poster illustrating geothermal technology, explaining how future actions can move society toward sustainability. (Photo by Reporter Wu Po-hsuan)
The Ministry of Environment and the National Taiwan Science Education Center jointly organized the “Back to the Future” green transition exhibition. Through curated storytelling, the exhibition transforms the rigid concept of net-zero transition into accessible science education, with children thoroughly enjoying the interactive experiences. (Photo by Reporter Wu Po-hsuan)
The Ministry of Environment and the National Taiwan Science Education Center jointly organized the “Back to the Future” exhibition, integrating green transition concepts with food-related themes to help children learn about sustainability. (Photo by Reporter Wu Po-hsuan)
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