The Xinwu coastal area—formerly the "Yongan Snow Forest Recreation Area"—has officially transformed into Taoyuan’s first coastal botanical garden after nearly 30 years of closure. The 6-hectare site, managed by the Office of Coast and Resource Circulation Construction (OCRCC), benefited from decades of minimal human interference. During this time, natural ecological succession established a stable windbreak forest ecosystem, providing a robust foundation for the city’s current restoration efforts.
According to the Department of Environmental Protection of the Taoyuan City Government (TYDEP), the site has undergone comprehensive planning by the city government team, with professional guidance from Wang Pai-Feng, Chairperson of the Taoyuan Environmental Resource Education and Promotion Association. Systematic ecological restoration and environmental improvements have been carried out in phases. At this stage, the primary objective is to establish a “coastal shelterbelt,” through systematic afforestation. These measures are designed to reduce wind erosion, stabilize sand, mitigate salt damage, and slow shoreline retreat, strengthening Taoyuan’s coastal resilience.
OCRCC Director Lin Li-Chang noted that the strategy centers on the “precision restoration of native coastal plant species.” Priority is given to plants adapted to local climate and soil, including species such as Eurya emarginata, Aster hispidus, Ajuga pygmaea, and Lilium longiflorum var. scabrum. These selections aim to improve plant survival rates and overall ecosystem stability. In the future, OCRCC plans to introduce coastal species from across Taiwan to establish a comprehensive gene conservation system and ecological exhibition zone.
In 2026, the garden formally launched a public-private partnership model, with SYNMAX Biochemical Co., Ltd. and YI TZENG Co., Ltd. joining the adoption program. By mobilizing employees and their families for planting and restoration, these companies are demonstrating concrete corporate commitment to environmental sustainability. The site will also offer environmental education programs and guided tours, serving as an important platform for public engagement and awareness of coastal ecology. Through zoned development and simulated natural succession, the project aims to gradually establish a biodiverse coastal forest landscape, creating a multifunctional space that integrates ecological conservation, academic research, and environmental education.
OCRCC emphasized that this collaboration effectively integrates public resources with corporate social responsibility. Hsieh Meng-Chang, Chairman of SYNMAX Biochemical, stated that the adoption initiative reflects the company’s commitment to ESG principles and its dedication to Taoyuan’s coastal restoration. OCRCC will continue to promote coastal conservation policies and refine the garden’s infrastructure, inviting the public to witness the city’s progress in sustainable coastal development.