# Taiwan circular economy and waste reduction initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/taiwan-circular-economy-and-waste-reduction-initiatives > Updated: 2026-09-29T07:49:17.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Taiwan is expanding circular economy initiatives through corporate partnerships and local government programs aimed at waste reduction and resource recycling. In the private sector, companies are focusing on electronic waste and smart recycling. PX Mart is increasing the deployment of smart recycling machines across its stores to allow consumers to exchange items like HDPE milk bottles for shopping credits. In the telecommunications industry, Taiwan Mobile has introduced promotions for mobile device repairs, such as discounted battery replacements, to extend device lifecycles. The company is also working with the Ministry of Environment to establish carbon footprint rules for recycling services. Simultaneously, local governments in eastern Taiwan are implementing community-based sustainability projects. Hualien County is targeting night markets to reduce plastic use by promoting reusable containers and offering consumer incentives. In Taitung County, educational initiatives include the establishment of “reused goods stations” at schools, where students exchange second-hand items to foster habits of responsible consumption. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-29: Taiwanese local governments promote circular economy initiatives Local authorities in Hualien and Taitung, Taiwan, are launching sustainability initiatives, including plastic reduction programs in night markets and school-based resource recycling programs. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taiwanese-local-governments-promote-circular-economy-initiatives ### 2026-08-31: Taiwan expands circular economy initiatives through recycling and device repair Taiwanese entities are advancing circular economy efforts through PX Mart's expanded smart recycling machine network and Taiwan Mobile's discounted iPhone battery replacement program. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taiwan-expands-circular-economy-initiatives-through-recycling-and-device-repair --- Cite as: Taiwan circular economy and waste reduction initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/taiwan-circular-economy-and-waste-reduction-initiatives