To support Taiwan's national net-zero transition and sustainable-development goals, the Ministry of Environment (MOENV) held the Certification Ceremony for the Green Collar Talent for Net-Zero Goals today (September 25) at the Executive Yuan. Premier Cho Jung-tai personally presented certificates to 20 graduates of the program, including Chen Chien-hung, an Amis and an Industrial Affairs Officer at the Council of Indigenous Peoples (CIP). CIP Deputy Minister Adralriw Abaliusu also attended the event to join the celebration. Representatives from 32 universities and colleges nationwide jointly announced the establishment of the Net-Zero Green-Collar Talent Development Alliance.

The Net-Zero Training Program carries special significance for indigenous communities. As climate change continues to intensify, indigenous industry leaders must not only advance their professional expertise but also acquire environmental knowledge and practical sustainability skills. This year, the CIP specially selected staff members to participate in the course. Through systematic training, participants gained a deeper understanding of the principles of net-zero emissions—knowledge that will enable them to play an active role in resource management, industrial transition, and community sustainability planning. For indigenous peoples long engaged in agriculture, fishery, forestry, and traditional crafts, coexistence with nature has always been a way of life. Integrating green technologies and clean energy while preserving cultural traditions is key to achieving lasting sustainability in tribal communities.

Deputy Minister Adralriw Abaliusu emphasized that the CIP will continue collaborating with the Ministry of Environment and other stakeholders to expand training opportunities, help more indigenous professionals acquire specialized knowledge and practical skills, and strengthen the roles and capacities of indigenous communities in environmental governance and climate action. He underscored that indigenous peoples are not only guardians of culture but active agents of sustainability, expressing hope that through inter-ministerial cooperation and capacity building, indigenous communities can play a pivotal role in Taiwan's net-zero transformation and help shape a greener future for all.