Green Mountain is the best of the Jinshan and Yinshan. The Hubei Provincial Government Work Report emphasized that we must not sacrifice the environment for temporary economic growth or the so-called "rich" status of the current generation. We should adhere to building an ecological province, strengthen environmental protection and governance, and take responsibility for future generations. It's essential to leave a clean and healthy environment for those who come after us, ensuring that green mountains and clear waters, as well as blue skies and white clouds, remain for years to come.
This approach has resonated with many NPC deputies and CPPCC members. During the "Two Sessions," Guo Yuandong, chairman of the Huangshi CPPCC and party secretary, proposed that an overall plan for the construction of an ecological Hubei should be developed immediately, along with top-level design. He stressed the need for institutional innovation, the establishment of a scientific and technological support system, and increased investment in ecological projects.
**Ecological Model of WISCO**
A significant portion of WISCO’s annual profit is allocated to environmental protection. In 1991, WISCO was among the first to install advanced electrostatic precipitators in its blast furnaces. Xu Wei, from the Environmental Protection Section of WISCO’s Ironmaking Plant, pointed out two tall structures painted with intricate patterns, showing his concern about the pressure to meet new emission standards.
On January 17th, as the reporter walked through several blast furnaces with Xu Wei, he explained, “In the past, this equipment was considered advanced, but under the new standards, it now needs upgrading.†WISCO has seven blast furnaces equipped with nine electrostatic precipitators and 25 bag dust collectors. All electrostatic precipitators are being replaced with bag filters, with all upgrades expected to be completed by December of this year. The initial budget for this project is around 100 million yuan.
However, even manufacturers are uncertain whether the new equipment will meet the updated emission standards. Xu Wei, a technician with over a decade of experience, expressed concerns: “There’s no existing model to follow. This is a challenge facing the national steel industry.â€
The pressure comes from new industry-related emission standards issued by the Ministry of Environmental Protection at the end of 2012. These standards have significantly tightened limits on particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and chemical oxygen demand. For dust alone, emissions must be below 50 mg per cubic meter, and in environmentally sensitive areas, below 25 mg per cubic meter.
Currently, WISCO’s electrostatic precipitators emit about 100 mg per cubic meter, while bag filters reduce this to around 50 mg. According to new designs, dust removal capacity must be less than 25 mg in front of the blast furnace and less than 15 mg elsewhere. Wu Shenghao, chief environmental engineer at WISCO, said, “Industrial emissions account for 20% of atmospheric particulate emissions. As a key player in the Wuhan metropolitan area, we must implement stricter energy-saving and emission reduction standards.â€
In 2013, WISCO spent over 300 million yuan on energy conservation and emission reduction. By 2014, this budget was raised to 732 million yuan, accounting for one-third of the 2 billion yuan allocated during the 12th Five-Year Plan. This amount is equivalent to half of the company’s 1.5 billion yuan profit in 2013.
WISCO has set strict standards for desulfurization, denitrification, and waste gas and wastewater emissions, all required to be completed by the end of 2014. No environmental project will be cut, according to the company’s leadership.
Amid domestic overcapacity and stringent new emission standards, WISCO’s commitment remains strong.
**Hubei’s Ecological Industry: Using System Assessment to Force Enterprise Transformation**
On January 2nd, the four flat glass production lines of Shayang Zhongxin Building Materials Co., Ltd. were dismantled. The company is currently acquiring 400 mu of new land in the Shayang Economic Development Zone, planning to invest 400 million yuan to build a new line for producing 250,000 tons of beer bottles annually. This marks a major transformation for the company.
With the closure of Shayang Zhongxin, Hubei completed its 2013 target of eliminating outdated production capacity, involving 47 enterprises across 13 industries, including small cement, paper, and thermal power plants. Among these, 13 small thermal power units accounted for one-sixth of the national total, saving 1.4 million tons of standard coal annually.
According to statistics, in the first three quarters of 2013, Hubei reduced energy consumption per 10,000 yuan of industrial added value by 8.6%, exceeding the annual target of 4%.
Sun Jinyong, a CPPCC member from Xiaogan, submitted a proposal titled “Recommendations on Energy Saving and Emission Reduction to Solve Urban Air Pollution.†While acknowledging the province’s efforts, he emphasized that energy conservation and emission reduction require multi-faceted, large-scale, and continuous action. Collaboration between the government and enterprises is essential to establish long-term mechanisms for a greener Hubei.
Hubei has already begun implementing plans. The Provincial Economic and Information Committee announced that accelerating the elimination of outdated production capacity and promoting green and low-carbon development are among its top priorities for 2014.
This is a tough challenge. Enterprises in non-ferrous, petrochemical, and building materials sectors, as well as those consuming over 3,000 tons of standard coal annually, will face increased scrutiny. Those failing to meet energy-saving and emission-reduction targets may see higher electricity prices, increasing their costs and pushing them toward transformation.
Energy conservation and emission reduction not only involve investment but also generate substantial economic benefits. Improved efficiency can become a driver for companies to adopt more sustainable practices. Enterprises like WISCO and Wu Petrochemical have achieved negative energy production by recycling by-products such as sulfides, dust, and slag.
Inspired by this, the Wuhan Municipal Development and Reform Commission launched a “Three-Year Action Plan for the Comprehensive Utilization of Bulk Solid Waste Resources†in December 2013. The goal is to achieve a 55% comprehensive utilization rate of bulk solid waste by 2016, generating 50 billion yuan in economic value and creating 200,000 jobs. Sun Jinyong believes that as more companies recognize the value of waste, direct discharge to the environment will decrease significantly.
The government continues to improve policies that turn waste into treasure, providing more social and market support for Hubei’s ecological development. The day when Hubei achieves clear water and blue skies is getting closer.
**Two Sessions: Implementing a Healthy Interaction Strategy Between Economy and Ecology**
Zeng Xianchu, deputy secretary general of the CPPCC and deputy director of the Proposal Committee, emphasized that to achieve “building a pivot and staying in the forefront,†efforts must focus on “accelerating†and “transformation.†He called for practical results in “development,†setting clear goals and priorities.
He suggested that the “one dollar multi-level†development strategy should focus on five key points: accelerating the transformation of scientific and technological achievements, implementing an innovation-driven strategy; highlighting regional advantages and promoting coordinated, long-term development; enhancing industrial competitiveness through coordinated development; releasing private investment potential; and addressing resource and environmental constraints through a healthy interaction between economy and ecology.
**Accelerating the Development of Renewable Resources in Hubei**
The Hubei Provincial Committee of the National Revolutionary Committee highlighted that Hubei, as a major industrial base, has abundant renewable resources. However, the industry still faces challenges such as an unbalanced structure, weak industrial chains, and limited influence from leading enterprises.
To address this, the committee proposed several measures: developing strategic plans to guide the industry’s healthy growth; building a network system and creating specialized industrial chains and parks; increasing policy support and enacting laws for circular economy; establishing a recycling system and setting industry standards; and strengthening technological innovation, supporting research, public platforms, and talent development in the renewable resources sector.
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