全球正積極尋找氣候變遷解方，而 AI 結合永續發展的應用也成為全球重大課題。臺灣原住民族因地理環境限制，面臨氣候風險更高、挑戰更多。根據 MDPI 研究，自 2006 年至 2020 年，臺灣共發生 384 次極端氣候事件，其中約 43.2% 直接衝擊原住民族社區。特別是 0403 大地震後形成的馬太鞍堰塞湖，於 2025 年 9 月潰堤，重創花蓮光復鄉；春季降雨偏少、水庫蓄水率降至 10% 以下，也導致農作物受阻、傳統生產體系受損。
在環境挑戰迫切之際，今日（2025 年 11 月 20 日），台灣原住民淨零永續發展協會（TISDA）與加拿大6D AI模擬科技公司RUNWITHIT Synthetics（RWI）於Meet Taipei 創新創業嘉年華簽署合作備忘錄。這項合作為IPETCA協定生效後成員國間完成的首個國際原住民族科技合作案，象徵臺灣與加拿大在原民科技、文化、防災與永續領域開啟跨國合作新篇章。
活動以排灣族金曲歌手桑梅絹（Seredew）的古調祝禱揭幕，象徵文化傳承與國際連結。RWI 科技長 Dean Bittner 與執行長 Myrna Bittner，加拿大駐台北貿易辦事處代表何曼麗（Marie-Louise Hannan），原住民族委員會經濟發展處處長王瑞盈，以及立法委員伍麗華（Saidhai Tahovecahe）等貴賓均出席並共同見證。
連結太平洋原住民族的國際創新橋樑
本次合作在 IPETCA 框架下進行。IPETCA（Indigenous Peoples Economic and Trade Cooperation Arrangement）由加拿大、澳洲、紐西蘭與中華台北共同建立，旨在連結太平洋兩岸原住民族，讓社群能在全球永續、貿易與科技浪潮中積極參與並引領變革。
TISDA 與 RWI 的合作為 IPETCA 成員國間首個原住民族 AI 科技合作案，象徵臺灣原住民族將以更高國際能見度參與永續議題，並透過跨國連結實現共享與互助。本案亦獲加拿大駐台北貿易辦事處（CTOT）支持，預計成為 IPETCA 框架下的示範案例。
AI預測災害衝擊 預先規劃在地資源
RWI 長期投入北美原住民社區，以其6D模擬與生成式AI技術，協助政府與社區預測災害衝擊、規劃醫療資源與設計永續能源方案。此次合作將把這套技術首次導入台灣原鄉，透過多場景模擬工具，協助部落提前預估極端氣候可能帶來的實際影響，並能預先規劃資源分配及避難需求，提升各地區域性的整體防災韌性。
社團法人臺灣原住民淨零永續發展協會（TISDA）理事長葉治平（Tilo Yeh）表示：「IMPACT是由原住民族發起的國際合作，希望科技成為部落發展的關鍵，讓族群文化得以永續經營。此次合作不僅帶來技術交流，更促進台加兩地原住民族在文化、治理與永續發展上的深度互動。」
RWI執行長Myrna Bittner也提到：「我們的目標是讓社區更強韌，透過共享的未來情境模擬，居民、決策者與規劃團隊，能在透明且由社區主導的資訊基礎上，更清楚地掌握發展方向，並做出最合適的決策。」
社團法人台灣原住民淨零永續發展協會（TISDA），創立於 2025 年，結合原住民族智慧與現代科技，推動部落永續發展、淨零轉型及文化傳承。協會透過原住供應商平台串連在地產業與服務，促進公平貿易與永續經濟，並培育專業人才，加速教育、創新與國際合作。
RUNWITHIT Synthetics（RWI）創立於 2014 年，是一家由女性領導、並獲得「原住民族企業認證」的加拿大科技公司。RWI 專注於 6D 模擬與生成式 AI 技術，協助政府、社區與企業進行多場景未來模擬與風險評估，規劃資源、設計永續方案並提升社區韌性。更多資訊請見 www.rwisynthetics.com
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Taiwan’s Indigenous Peoples Launch International Collaboration with Canadian Simulation Technology Company RWI
Introducing Cross-Border AI Disaster-Resilience Solutions to Strengthen Sustainability in Indigenous Communities
As the world seeks solutions to the growing climate crisis, the integration of AI and sustainability has become a global priority. Taiwan’s Indigenous communities, located in geographically sensitive and hazard-prone regions, face disproportionate impacts from climate change. According to research published by MDPI, Taiwan recorded 384 extreme weather events between 2006 and 2020 that negatively affected local regions—with approximately 43.2% directly impacting Indigenous communities. Additionally, following the 0403 Hualien earthquake, the collapse of the Matai’an landslide-dammed lake in September 2025 caused severe destruction in Guangfu Township, further highlighting unequal climate vulnerabilities. Spring droughts, declining reservoir storage levels (below 10%), and disrupted agricultural systems continue to threaten Indigenous livelihoods and traditional practices.
In response to these urgent environmental challenges, the Taiwan Indigenous Sustainability Development Association (TISDA) and Canadian 6D AI simulation technology company RUNWITHIT Synthetics (RWI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today (November 20, 2025) on the main stage of Meet Taipei — Taiwan’s largest innovation and startup festival. Facilitated by the Indigenous Peoples Economic and Trade Cooperation Arrangement (IPETCA), this marks Taiwan’s first Indigenous-led technological collaboration under the IPETCA framework, establishing a new milestone in cross-border cooperation in Indigenous technology, culture, disaster resilience, and sustainable development.
The ceremony opened with a traditional blessing performed by Paiwan Golden Melody Award-winning singer Seredew (桑梅絹), symbolizing cultural continuity and international connection. Distinguished guests included RWI CTO Dean Bittner and CEO Myrna Bittner, Executive Director of Canadian Trade Office in Taipei Marie-Louise Hannan, Council of Indigenous Peoples Director of Economic Development Wang Jui-Ying, and Legislator Saidhai Tahovecahe (伍麗華) — all joining to witness this historic partnership.
An International Innovation Bridge Connecting Pacific Indigenous Peoples
This collaboration is carried out under the IPETCA framework. Co-established by Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Chinese Taipei, IPETCA is recognized as an international platform connecting Indigenous peoples across the Pacific. Its mission is to ensure Indigenous communities are not only visible but also active leaders in global sustainability, trade, and technological development.
The TISDA × RWI partnership represents IPETCA’s first Indigenous AI technology cooperation in Taiwan, signifying a major step in linking Indigenous-led sustainability initiatives with international networks. Supported by the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei (CTOT), this collaboration is expected to become a flagship model for Taiwan within the IPETCA ecosystem.
Using AI to Predict Hazards and Strengthen Community Preparedness
RWI has long collaborated with Indigenous communities in North America, utilizing its 6D simulation and generative AI technologies to forecast disaster impacts, plan healthcare resources, and design sustainable energy systems. Through this partnership, RWI’s technology will be introduced to Taiwan’s Indigenous regions for the first time. Multi-scenario simulations will help communities anticipate extreme weather impacts, plan resource allocation, and prepare for evacuation needs — enhancing localized disaster resilience.
TISDA Chairperson Tilo Yeh (葉治平) stated,“IMPACT is an international collaboration initiated by Indigenous peoples. We hope technology becomes a bridge — not a divide — enabling long-term cultural and community resilience.”
RWI CEO Myrna Bittner added, “Our goal is to strengthen communities. With shared future simulations, residents, leaders, and planners can make informed decisions based on transparent, community-led insights.”
About RWI:
Founded in 2014, RUNWITHIT Synthetics (RWI) is a Canadian high-tech company that is women-led and certified as an Indigenous-owned enterprise. RWI specializes in 6D simulation and generative AI technologies, enabling governments, communities, and organizations to model multiple future scenarios, assess risks, plan resources, design sustainable solutions, and enhance resilience. For more information, visit www.rwisynthetics.com
About TISDA:
The Taiwan Indigenous Sustainable Development Association (TISDA), founded in 2025, integrates Indigenous knowledge with modern technology to promote sustainable development, net-zero transition, and cultural preservation. Its Indigenous supplier platform connects local industries and services, fostering fair trade, a sustainable economy, and professional development.
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