LEOTEK Launches “Luminous Taiwan: Friendly Lighting Environment Initiative” Recognized by Taiwan Forestry Agency’s Biodiversity & Natural Carbon Sink Certification

TAIPEI, Taiwan – April 22, 2025 – In celebration of Earth Day, LEOTEK Electronics, a LITEON Group company, proudly announces that its “Luminous Taiwan: Friendly Lighting Environment Initiative” has been certified under the “Natural Carbon Sink and Biodiversity Program” by the Taiwan Forestry Agency. This self-initiated ESG innovation project demonstrates the company’s commitment to environmental stewardship, in collaboration with the Hsinchu Branch of the Forestry Agency, Lienchiang County Government, and the Department of Forestry and Nature Conservation at Chinese Culture University. Together, they aim to protect the unique habitat of the Matsu Female Firefly. The project exemplifies Taiwan’s growing capabilities in ecological governance aligned with international frameworks, including the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Image 1: Matsu Beigan Ecological Lighting Demonstration Zone for Female Fireflies

As the world advances toward the UN’s 30×30 biodiversity goals, LEOTEK’s ECOridge ecological lighting technology leads the way with wildlife-friendly spectral design. Guided by the IUCN’s ecological lighting best practices, LEOTEK has minimized blue light emissions in sensitive areas to under 2%, prioritizing an amber primary wavelength of 590nm. This innovation reduces light pollution by over 70%. “Now is a pivotal moment for global sustainability,” said Mr. Torrent Chin, General Manager of LEOTEK. “We are honored to set a new benchmark for ecological conservation in Taiwan. This certification not only aligns our technology with global standards, but also affirms our dedication to preserving biodiversity through innovation.”

Image 2: Biodiversity Certification by the Taiwan Forestry Agency

Professor Chia-Hung Hsieh, Chair of the Department of Forestry and Nature Conservation at Chinese Culture University, explained that scientific studies confirm conventional white LED streetlights severely disrupt the bioluminescent behavior of female fireflies. Field and lab testing of the ECOridge system shows a significant reduction in such interference, proving its ecological effectiveness. The technology has received multiple recognitions, including wildlife lighting certification from Florida, a Smart City Edison Award in the U.S., and Taiwan’s Biodiversity Award. LEOTEK has also partnered with the Taiwan Dark-sky Association to restore firefly habitats along Taipei’s Hushan Trail. Through coordination with the Forestry Agency, the initiative now supports biodiversity corridors across 12 ecological green networks in Taiwan.

Image 3: Matsu Female Firefly – Photo Courtesy of Prof. Chia-Hung Hsieh, CCU

To adapt to Matsu’s frequent fog, LEOTEK has equipped its streetlights with intelligent dimming features. When visibility drops below 500 meters, the system automatically increases lighting levels to 100–150 lux for enhanced road safety—without compromising ecological sensitivity. The breakthrough lies in LEOTEK’s integration of spectral engineering with AIoT technology. “Our Environmental Adaptive Optical Engine uses high-precision sensors to detect fog density and ambient brightness,” said Chao-Tien Pan, Lead Optical Engineer at LEOTEK’s International R&D Center. “The system switches lighting modes in just 0.3 seconds and connects to a cloud-based platform for weather data integration, remote diagnostics, and proactive maintenance.”

Image 4: Human-Centric Smart Lighting in Beigan, Matsu, Enhancing Visibility in Foggy Conditions

Looking ahead, LEOTEK will continue investing in innovation. A new generation of full-spectrum adjustable ecological lighting systems will launch in 2025, featuring tunable color temperatures from 1800K to 3000K to suit diverse ecological zones. This aligns with GBF Target 4 on endangered species management and supports SDG 15 for terrestrial ecosystems, reinforcing LEOTEK’s role as a technological leader in global ecological governance.

Image 5: LEOTEK General Manager Torrent Chin

LEOTEK Electronics, a subsidiary of LITEON Group, operates dual headquarters in Silicon Valley and Taipei. As North America’s largest AI-driven traffic infrastructure service provider, LEOTEK has supported roadway modernization across more than 30 countries since 1992, including in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania. The company’s mission is to drive intelligent, low-carbon urban transformation through AI and IoT-powered operations, with a core focus on safety, sustainability, and ecological balance. Learn more at: www.leotek.com

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