Cultivating the Seeds of Sustainable Materials: BenQ Materials and TwIChE Successfully Conclude the 2nd "Green Material Innovation" Competition
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Jan.
2026
The 2nd "Green Material Innovation" competition, co-hosted by BenQ Materials and the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers (TwIChE), successfully concluded its awards ceremony during the TwIChE Annual Meeting in late November 2025. Through deep industry-academia collaboration, BenQ Materials aims to encourage students to transform forward-looking material knowledge into practical applications with ESG value, jointly driving the green transformation of Taiwan’s industries.
Innovation Spotlight: From Smart Healthcare to Net-Zero Carbon Emissions
The theme of this year’s competition was closely aligned with BenQ Materials’ core technologies—including display materials and biomedical applications—while precisely dovetailing with the government’s "Net Zero Green Living" action guidelines. The winning teams not only demonstrated exceptional professional depth but also tackled real-world sustainability challenges through innovative design:
- Silver Award | National Taipei University of Technology : stood out with their "Smart Eco-friendly Wound Dressing," showcasing the potential of biomedical materials in sustainable care.
- Bronze Award | National Cheng Kung University & Feng Chia University : Developed a "Simplified Inflammation Sensor," streamlining material application while enhancing the convenience of health monitoring.
- Bronze Award | National Taiwan University of Science and Technology : Proposed "From Carbon Waste to High Value: A Bipolar Electrolysis Valorization System Based on Dual Single-Atom Catalysis," precisely addressing the trend of carbon reduction.
In addition, four finalists received Merit Awards. In total, seven elite teams demonstrated the limitless possibilities of material science in the finals.
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ESG Commitment: Continuous Investment in Future Talent
BenQ Materials firmly believes that material science is a key force driving social progress. The collaboration with TwIChE is not only a concrete action reflecting the company's commitment to ESG sustainability but also a long-term investment in future cross-disciplinary talent. Through scholarships and competition platforms, BenQ Materials is dedicated to helping outstanding talent seamlessly transition into the workforce and exert their professional influence.
Looking Ahead: Preparations for the 3rd Competition Officially Launched
With the successful conclusion of the second edition, BenQ Materials has already begun planning for the coming year. We sincerely welcome all young students dedicated to material innovation and environmental sustainability to form teams early. Let’s work together to transform creativity into a force that changes the world, Bringing Enjoyment 'N' Quality to Life.
(Group Photo - 2nd "Green Material Innovation" Competition)
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For the latest entry information and updates, please visit: Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers Official Website
