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SDG Asia
亞太永續博覽會
StatusActive
GenreSustainability, Sustainable Development Goals, Environmental, social, and governance, Net-Zero Expo & Forum
FrequencyAnnual (typically August or September)
VenueTaipei World Trade Center (Hall 1)
Location(s)Taipei
CountryTaiwan
InauguratedMarch 28, 2022; 3 years ago (2022-03-28)
Most recentAugust 8, 2024; 13 months ago (2024-08-08)
Next eventSeptember 11, 2025; 0 days ago (2025-09-11)
AttendanceIncrease 35,000+ (2024)
Organized byTaiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy (TAISE)
Websitewww.sdgs-asia.com.tw

SDG Asia, formally the Asia-Pacific Forum & Exposition for Sustainability; Chinese: 亞太永續博覽會; pinyin: yàtài yǒngxù bólǎnhùi, is an annual trade exhibition and forum held in Taipei, Taiwan, dedicated to promoting sustainable development, ESG strategies, and Net-Zero initiatives across government, industry, and society in the Asia-Pacific region.[1]

History

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The expo was first held in 2022, responding to Taiwan's pathway toward net-zero emissions and the growing importance of SDGs and sustainability in the region. It rapidly evolved into a premier platform for cross-sector collaboration in sustainability.[2]

The 2023 event carried the theme "Road to Net Zero", showcasing showcases across eight core themes—such as Policy, Cities, Energy, Education, Healthcare, and Corporations—and included forums and the inaugural Asia-Pacific Sustainability Action Awards.[3]

The 2024 exposition adopted the theme “Sustainability Wave”, and introduced ten exhibition zones including Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Finance, and Sustainable Talents. The summit and forum program featured discussions on developing sustainable cities, net-zero emissions, industry transition, and international cooperation.[4]

By 2025, the expo had grown further. The 4th SDG Asia (11–13 September) under the theme “Charge Towards Change” featured over 1,000 booths and hundreds of exhibitors across sectors including government, academia, healthcare, NGOs, and industry. Over 35,000 attendees participated in the prior edition, and organizers anticipated over 50,000 visitors in 2025.

Key Features

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SDG Asia comprises several major components:

  • Expo / Exhibition: The exhibition is divided into themed zones such as Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Finance, Living, Education, Healthcare, International Partnership, Talents, Ecosystem, and more. It targets stakeholders from public, private, academic, and civil sectors.[5]
  • Summit: An international summit for keynote speeches and panel discussions on sustainability trends and policy, engaging government officials, experts, and business leaders. Topics include city planning, lifestyle shifts, industrial transformation, and global cooperation.[6]
  • Forum / Workshops: Over 20 in-depth forums and workshops hosted by cross-sector organizations address ESG frameworks, sustainable innovation, education, energy transition, and more.[7]
  • Asia-Pacific Sustainability Action Awards: Recognize excellence in SDG implementation, sustainable city governance, and leadership in CSR, DEI, and university social responsibility.[8]
  • Networking and Public Engagement: Includes interactive talks (Sustainable Salons), public programming, and volunteer guides, fostering community engagement.

Developments and Growth

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Since inception, SDG Asia has seen robust expansion:

  • Scale Growth: The expo expanded exhibitor and booth numbers by ~28% in 2024, driving attendee growth—3rd edition drew 35,000 participants; 2025 expects over 50,000.[9]
  • Thematic Broadening: Evolved thematic spread from policy and energy to holistic sectors wide-ranging from architecture to talent development and ecosystem resilience.
  • Cross-Sector Collaboration: Integrates government, academia, businesses, healthcare, NGOs and international organizations under one umbrella to foster collective sustainability action.[10]
  • Platform for Recognition: The Asia-Pacific Sustainability Action Awards highlight and motivate stakeholders' achievements in ESG and SDG domains.

Challenges

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As a rapidly growing sustainability expo, SDG Asia faces:

  • Logistical Coordination: Orchestrating large-scale exhibitions, forums, awards, and public spaces across multiple days and venues demands high-level planning and resource alignment.
  • Bridging Diverse Stakeholders: Ensuring meaningful interaction among attendees from government, business, academia, NGOs, and civil society—each with different agendas—requires curated content and inclusive design.[11]
  • Maintaining Relevance: As global initiatives evolve, the expo must keep pace with emerging sustainability trends (e.g., decarbonization technologies, circular economy, green finance) to stay impactful.

Future Outlook

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The upcoming 2025 expo is themed “Charge Towards Change”, aiming to catalyze sustainable transformation through exhibition, knowledge exchange, and global cooperation. With expanded exhibitors and attendees, the event continues to strengthen Asia's sustainability movement. Organizers intend to amplify public engagement, deepen cross-sector collaboration, and solidify Taiwan's role as a sustainability leader.[12]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Asia's Biggest Sustainability Expo Opens in September! Over 100 Exhibitors Join to Charge Towards Change". Taiwan News. 26 August 2025. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  2. ^ "2022亞太永續行動博覽會徵展　吸引逾110家業者參與". Up Media (in Chinese (Taiwan)). 17 February 2022. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  3. ^ Li, Cindy (September 2023). "2023 SDGs Asia: Current Trends in Carbon Reduction and Recycling". Taiwan Panorama. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  4. ^ Li, Cindy (October 2024). "Sustainability for Taiwan and the World—2024 SDG Asia". Taiwan Panorama. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  5. ^ "亞太最具影響永續產業展會 2024亞洲永續供應暨循環經濟展盛大登場". Liberty Times (in Chinese (Taiwan)). 1 November 2024. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  6. ^ 呂淑美 (8 August 2024). "亞太永續博覽會 今登場". Commercial Times (in Chinese (Taiwan)). Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  7. ^ "引領風潮 TAISE「亞太永續博覽會」獲經濟部永續會展獎". Central News Agency (in Chinese (Taiwan)). 20 December 2023. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  8. ^ "亞太永續博覽會世貿一館登場　全家「永續研究室」3大亮點搶先看！". ETtoday (in Chinese (Taiwan)). 8 August 2024. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  9. ^ "Asia-Pacific 2024 SDG Summit". Focus Taiwan. 1 March 2025. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  10. ^ "亞洲最大永續展9月登場！百大單位齊聚，一同成為永續變革的力量". Business Next (in Chinese (Taiwan)). 15 August 2025. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  11. ^ 郭靜芝 (28 July 2024). "2024第三屆亞太永續博覽會下月登場". Commercial Times (in Chinese (Taiwan)). Retrieved 4 September 2025.
  12. ^ "竹市首度參加亞太永續博覽會 邱臣遠代理市長開箱新竹館 盼打造永續城市新亮點". Central News Agency (in Chinese (Taiwan)). 8 August 2024. Retrieved 4 September 2025.