The Asia-Pacific Energy & Science Education Association is proud to host the "2025 KidWind Challenge in Asia" on November 1–2 at National Taiwan Normal University’s Gongguan Campus. The high school division will compete on November 1, followed by the elementary and elementary division on November 2. Our Chairman, Professor Chou Chien-Heng, and Chief Judge Lee Chien-Kuo recently gave an in-depth interview on National Education Radio, discussing the competition’s highlights and judging criteria. The interview will air nationwide on September 10, 2025, at 9:05 AM, and we warmly invite all to tune in.

Chief Judge Lee elaborated on KidWind’s evaluation standards, which blend objective data with creative innovation. Referees oversee wind turbine testing to ensure fair execution, while the judging panel assesses entries based on power generation efficiency, engineering design, innovation, and environmental principles. “We prioritize turbine output while valuing teams’ innovative designs and green energy concepts, ensuring a rigorous and transparent process,” Lee emphasized, highlighting the competition’s aim to provide students with real-world challenges.

Chairman Chou shared the educational value of the event, noting that students, by designing wind turbines, develop scientific inquiry, engineering skills, and teamwork while deepening their understanding of renewable energy. Open to students from fourth grade to high school, each team comprises four students and one mentor. The competition anticipates participation from schools across Taiwan and Asia. We have conducted teacher training to enhance mentors’ wind energy expertise. “KidWind is more than a competition; it’s a journey of creativity and growth,” Chou stated.

They also recounted memorable moments from past events: one team swiftly repaired a blade during a wind tunnel test, earning applause, while a junior team’s innovative design amazed experts and fostered international exchanges. Registration for this year’s league is open until September 12, 2025, at 5:00 PM, with no fee and cross-school teams permitted. Top performers will represent Taiwan at the 2026 KidWind World Competition.

The interview concluded with Chairman Chou posing a playful question: “Why do large wind turbines typically have three blades?” The answer will be revealed on air. We sincerely invite all to listen to the broadcast and join the 2025 KidWind Challenge in Asia to advance green energy education and inspire young minds to contribute to a sustainable future.