Dajia River Guangming Pumped Storage Project Passes Environmental Review

Central News Agency, Taipei, May 28. The Ministry of Environment approved the environmental impact assessment (EIA) for the 'Dajia River Guangming Pumped Storage Project' yesterday. Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) stated today that pumped storage helps improve power dispatch flexibility and system stability. The company pledged to fully implement EIA commitments and continue communicating with local indigenous communities to promote environmental sustainability. In a press release, Taipower noted that pumped storage is a mature, internationally recognized energy storage technology. Its rapid response capability enhances grid flexibility and stability. Taipower expressed gratitude to the EIA committee and stakeholders, promising to adhere to the Indigenous Peoples Basic Law and foster local prosperity. The project will utilize the existing Deji and Guguan reservoirs as upper and lower pools, generating power through water level differences. It plans to install four pumped storage units with a total capacity of under 610,000 kW. Facilities will be primarily underground, with no new dams, ensuring no impact on the Dajia River's flow. Regarding safety concerns, Taipower stated it would leverage past experience in the Dajia River basin and follow expert guidance to ensure safety during construction and operation. The company also emphasized its commitment to respecting indigenous traditions and deepening environmental protection efforts.