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DONGYING, China, Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from chinadaily.com.cn: The Yellow River estuary migratory bird sanctuary in Dongying, Shandong province, gained world-class status when it was named a Natural Heritage site during the 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in New Delhi, India. The Migratory Bird Sanctuary along the Yellow Sea Coast and Bohai Sea (Phase II), which consists of five separate sanctuaries, passed the World Heritage Committee's review process at the conference on July 26 to be included in the World Heritage List of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization. Among the five included sanctuaries is the Yellow River estuary migratory bird sanctuary in Dongying. It is the first World Natural Heritage site in Shandong. According to its administration, the sanctuaries provide breeding, resting, and wintering grounds for tens of millions of waterbirds. Dongying, which is situated where the Yellow River flows into the Bohai Sea, has made significant progress in preserving the wetland ecology and biodiversity of the Yellow River estuary. "The increasing number of Oriental white storks shows that ecological systems are improving", said Zhao Yajie, deputy director of the monitoring center of the Yellow River Delta National Nature Reserve. She said that this was due to the species having extremely high requirements for their environment. The Yellow River Delta National Nature Reserve, which was founded in 1992, stretches about 153,000 hectares and has earned itself a reputation as an "international avian airport". In recent years, it has seen a significant increase in both the variety and number of bird species through the local government's efforts. In fact, the number of bird species has risen from 187 in 1992 to 373 in 2023. Currently, the city is working on establishing a Yellow River estuary national park to help preserve wetlands and biodiversity in the Yellow River Delta region. It is expected to become the first in the country to boast land and marine areas.
Expands Company's Technology Portfolio and Circular Hub Acquisition increases LYB Circular and Low Carbon Solutions Business and diversification of innovative recycling technologies Transaction encompasses existing assets and planned growth projects ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LyondellBasell (LYB) today announced it entered into an agreement to acquire full ownership of APK AG in Merseburg, Germany. Enabled by its technology, the acquisition positions LYB to grow and upgrade its Circular and Low Carbon Solutions business. Closing of the transaction is subject to customary closing conditions. LYB believes APK's solvent-based recycling technology is a perfect fit with its already existing mechanical and advanced recycling technologies. Therefore, it already invested in the company in the past and made collaborative efforts on bringing the technology to scale. By acquiring APK, LYB secures the future of the company after it entered into insolvency at the end of May 2024. "We see APK's solvent based recycling technology as a vital addition and complementary to our existing and future mechanical and advanced recycling operations. This is an important further step toward reaching our goal to produce and market at least 2 million metric tons of recycled and renewable based polymers annually by 2030," says Yvonne van der Laan, LyondellBasell Executive Vice President, Circular and Low Carbon Solutions. "The highly motivated culture of APK will be an excellent fit for LYB. We want to build on the excellent progress of APK and fully leverage its expertise of R&D, project engineering and operations teams, solidifying our position as an industry leader in sustainability." "We are very pleased that we entered into an agreement with LYB, securing the future of the company," says Steve Döring, CEO of APK AG. "With its ambition to be a global leader in circular solutions and technologies, LYB is a perfect strategic fit that allows investments into growth opportunities ensuring that our unique solvent recycling technology can realize its full potential." The recycling technology is a unique solvent-based kind for low density polyethylene (LDPE). LYB aims to increase the recycling of hard-to-recycle flexible plastic waste materials – which today make up the majority of mixed plastic waste from the consumer sector. The technology separates the different polymers of hard to recycle, flexible plastic waste materials and produces recycled materials with a high degree of purity suitable for new flexible packaging of, for example, personal care products. The materials produced will be sold under the LYB Circulen portfolio. In March 2023 LYB revealed its pivotal, new company strategy aiming at establishing LYB as an industry leader in sustainability. LYB has formulated ambitious plans to create access to best-in-class innovative and differentiated technologies, and as a key element of its new strategy formed a dedicated Circular & Low Carbon Solutions (CLCS) business. CLCS has started to make substantial investments upstream in plastic-waste sorting and recycling operations in Europe, the United States and Asia. About LyondellBasell We are LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) ― a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to unlock value for our customers, investors and society. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @LyondellBasell on LinkedIn. Forward-Looking Statements The statements in this release relating to matters that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially based on factors including, but not limited to, our ability to meet our sustainability goals, including the ability to increase production of recycled and renewable-based polymers to meet our targets and forecasts and our ability to procure feedstock to meet these goals. Additional factors that could cause results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the "Risk Factors" section of our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, which can be found at www.LyondellBasell.com on the Investor Relations page and on the Securities and Exchange Commission's website at www.sec.gov. There is no assurance that any of the actions, events or results of the forward-looking statements will occur, or if any of them do, what impact they will have on our results of operations or financial condition. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they were made and are based on the estimates and opinions of management of LyondellBasell at the time the statements are made. LyondellBasell does not assume any obligation to update forward-looking statements should circumstances or management's estimates or opinions change, except as required by law.
883 replacement tyres are subject to the product recall in Australia Affected tyres will be replaced at no charge Continental has not received reports of accidents or injuries, however loss of vehicle control could occur with these tyres MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Continental today announced a recall program involving 883 replacement passenger car tyres brought into and sold in the Australian market between November 2023 and August 2024. The recall program was proactively initiated by Continental after its market observation program had shown an increase in warranty complaints connected to this specific tyre. Analysis has shown that the affected tyres may develop a belt edge separation. With continued use, the tyres could experience a partial or full tread/belt loss. This could result in a loss of vehicle control as a safety concern. Continental has not received any reports of accidents or injuries resulting from this tyre or from this condition. All tyres that are the subject of the recall program will be replaced free of charge. Continental has already notified the relevant national authorities and is in close contact with dealers about the organisation and implementation of the recall program. Consumers seeking more information, including instructions for identifying affected tyres as well as obtaining replacement tyres are asked to call Continental's hotline [1800 316 372] or visit the website [www.continental-tires.com/au/en/b2c/news]. The tyres can be identified by the product marketing line, size, and Department of Transportation (DOT) codes. Subject tyres covered by the recall program can be identified as follows: Product marketing line: Continental ProContact GX AO Size: 255/35 R19 96H XLDOT Serial Number: CP32 WMC9Weeks: (last four digits of DOT Number): All Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets. Tyre solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world's largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2023, the Tires group sector generated sales of 14 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites. Website www.continental-tyres.comPress portal www.continental.com/press-tyresMedia center continental.com/media-center
BEIJING, Aug. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Upon entering the island village of Xinjian in Zhoushan, an archipelago city in East China's Zhejiang Province, the Global Times was welcomed by a picturesque rural scene of verdant mountains, babbling brooks, fluttering butterflies, and chirping birds, alongside impressive modern features such as photovoltaic panels adorning rooftops, electric sightseeing vehicles, and a state-of-the-art sewage recycling system. Twenty years ago, this small village was unnoticed, impoverished, and isolated. The only link to the outside world was a rough, bumpy road. On rainy days, the road became so muddy that villagers hesitated to wear their new shoes. On sunny days, groups of villagers would trek up the mountain to chop down trees and haul them through the village via this road to sell to brick kiln operators to eke out a living. Due to poverty, most young adults left the village to find work elsewhere, leaving only a few senior citizens to tend to their old homes and the stream in front of their doors. Was there a way out? What kind of life did the villagers want to live? An innovative initiative dubbed the "Thousand Villages Demonstration and Ten Thousand Villages Renovation" project provided an answer. In June 2003, under the guidance of Xi Jinping, who once served as the provincial Party chief, Zhejiang launched the Green Rural Revival Program, which selects 10,000 administrative villages in the province for comprehensive improvement, and plans to turn 1,000 of them into demonstration villages of moderate prosperity in all respects. This project has created a large number of beautiful villages in Zhejiang, benefiting countless farmers and jumpstarting a new era of building a "Beautiful China." Xinjian village is one such example. A decade later, on May 25, 2015, Xi, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, visited Xinjian village for inspection, believing it to be a typical representative of a "beautiful economy" and a confirmation that "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets." Xi emphasized, "It is scientific and sustainable development that we should strive toward." Net-zero carbon, also known as carbon neutrality, refers to offsetting greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide generated by human activities through energy conservation and emission reduction, industrial adjustment, afforestation, and other forms of environmental conservation, ultimately achieving the goal of "net-zero emissions." During a recent field visit, the Global Times delved into the secrets behind the village's success in its "net-zero carbon" goal and gained a deeper insight into how this island village is effectively implementing Xi's concept that "A 'Beautiful China' is built upon beautiful villages. It is imperative that we steadfastly adhere to this path, ensuring that lucid waters and lush mountains yield continuous ecological, social, and economic benefits." Power station in the sky Under the guidance of Lu Haifeng, deputy secretary of the Xinjian village Party branch, the Global Times visited the Nandong Homestay Area in the village and heard an interesting story. At the beginning of construction, the branches of a plum tree reach toward the windows on the second floor of building No.9. Due to lighting issues, this tree was supposed to be removed. However, it was already a century old, so local villagers decided not to remove it. The designers then changed their approach and doubled the size of the windows on the side of the room, preserving the existing tree while ensuring adequate lighting. During the construction process, local materials were utilized with idle old wood mostly being used to reduce material transportation. The entire homestay building is fitted with double-layer insulated glass, with the summer air conditioning demand being 63 percent less than that of buildings fitted with single-layer glass. The homestay building also has an exhaust heat recovery unit, which can recover energy from the air being exhausted outside, minimizing the loss of cold or heat sources indoors in summer or winter. It is estimated that compared with Shanghai, the homestay building in the village can save up to 15.7 percent more energy than the hotel with the lowest energy consumption in Shanghai, according to data provided by Ge Linlu, a staff member at the publicity office of Ganlan township, Dinghai district. After leaving the Nandong Homestay Area, Lu took the Global Times reporter to see the wind power energy storage project. Walking to the parking lot, Lu pointed to the gray solar panel on a farmhouse rooftop, saying that this is a special "power station in the sky" that provides shade while being environmentally friendly. "This is the wind power energy storage project that we have started building since the development of clean energy," Lu told the Global Times. "The solar and wind energy resources in Dinghai district (which administers Xinjian village) are abundant, and by combining wind power equipment on mountain tops with installing photovoltaic equipment on the roofs of farmhouses, we can provide clean energy for the village's landscape facilities, electric vehicles, and more." The photovoltaic rooftop panels also utilize roof space without taking up land resources, Lu added. Among the completed projects, the average annual power generation of photovoltaic modules can reach 21,000 kW per hour, and annual carbon emissions can be reduced by about 12.14 tons. At present, the village is working with an expert team from Tongji University in Shanghai to plan the construction of new energy projects in the Nandong reservoir, train station square, and other points, and realize the functions of heat insulation, lighting, and power generation through the introduction of green technology such as photovoltaic tiles, she said. Disappeared foul-smelling ditch Passing through the Nandong Daxi pit in the village, a bay of clear water flows gently. "In order to prevent sewage from affecting the environment and promote water recycling, we dispose of domestic sewage and septic tank water centrally every day. After more than 10 treatment processes, the sewage is then used for irrigation," Lu said. "In this way, the once foul-smelling sewage ditch has disappeared, and a lot of water has been saved." Not far away, the Global Times noticed that the water in the pit comes from the upstream reservoir. The water flows down in a step-like manner along the terrain, passing through ecological swimming pools, ponds, pits, and households, and is finally purified through the sewage treatment plant before being used for irrigation. "Our sewage treatment plant can process 10 tons of sewage per hour, and operates 24 hours a day during peak season," said Lu. Along with Lu's introduction, the Global Times saw the water that had undergone multiple treatment processes flowing clearly from the outlet. With the rolling out of the "Thousand Villages Demonstration and Ten Thousand Villages Renovation" project, villagers and tourists have gradually developed green living habits, and enhanced their environmental awareness. Local villagers told the Global Times that they spontaneously participate in cleaning up garbage, dismantling pig farms, relocating outdoor manure pits, among other environmental improvements and infrastructure construction. "It's like participating in an 'ecological revolution' to protect the environment and change the appearance of the village." "This is a natural oxygen bar, a 'beautiful economy,' confirming that 'lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets.' We always keep Xi's words in mind," said Lu. This is not an empty phrase. On the embankment of the Nandong Reservoir, the Chinese characters "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets" shine brightly in the sunlight, and on the walls of villagers' houses, Xi's quotes left during his inspection of the village can be seen everywhere. Compared with the mainland area, the islands are relatively short of fresh water, energy, food, and other resources, and the economic and social development mainly depends on supplies from the mainland, so they are more vulnerable to the impact of climate change on water supply security, food security, tourism, local economies, and human health. In 2019, Xinjian village was selected as the UN-Habitat "Net-Zero Carbon" rural planning case in China. At the forefront of addressing climate change, the exploration and practice of Xinjian village in achieving its net-zero carbon goal provide valuable experience for rural low-carbon development in other small islands and coastal areas.
#OnlyWayForward HONG KONG, Aug. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eager to leave an even bigger mark on the sustainability landscape in Hong Kong, the fifth edition of ReThink Hong Kong anticipates 8,000+ delegate attendees, from 12-13 September 2024 at Hall 1, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Through their showcase of 250+ sustainable solutions and 120+ sessions across 8 themed theatres and stages, the unparalleled business ecosystem event fosters an environment of collaboration between leading industry experts, corporations, social enterprises, and non-profit organisations to collectively drive an equitable and climate-smart future for Hong Kong. Placing collaboration at the forefront of their high-value event model, ReThink HK not only catalyses cross-sectoral partnerships within the Hong Kong sustainability ecosystem, but simultaneously builds the event through extensive partnerships. Their multi-tiered partnership framework is playing an even larger role in this year's edition, in the founder's ambition in curating a visionary conference model across a dynamic content matrix structured by topic, industry and job function for corporates, enterprise businesses and SMEs. "ReThink HK's event sponsors, supporting organisations, and content partners, are not only supporters, but co-creators of event sessions designed to inspire thousands of delegate attendees. The mission of reaching global net-zero emissions to protect and restore the balance of global ecosystems can only be achieved through collective action to build the foundation for a resilient and sustainable Hong Kong economy. As organisations are collectively recognising how sustainable development and business success are inextricably linked, we must join forces to grapple the challenges it brings." said Mr Chris Brown, Founder & CEO of ReThink HK. Rethink HK is proud to have secured extensive support from corporate partners and sponsors, all united by their shared vision for a cleaner, greener and more sustainable city, for all. This year's leading Headline Theatre and Programme Sponsors are BNP Paribas, HSBC, JLL, Lufthansa Group, MTR Corporation, RESET Carbon, Schneider Electric, and UNIFi3D. Extended Partnership with Business Environment Council As the exclusive co-organiser, Business Environment Council ("BEC") will once again partner with ReThink HK to present a new vision for a circular and net-zero Hong Kong economy. "As we embark on our fourth consecutive year of collaboration with ReThink HK, we remain steadfast in our commitment to drive transformative change in both the business sector and the wider community. By joining forces, we have successfully amplified the impact of ReThink HK to foster a revolutionary movement empowering businesses to embrace environmental and social responsibilities." said Mr Simon Ng, Chief Executive Officer of BEC. This year, BEC will gather members to showcase a range of products, services and solutions at the BEC Pavilion and foster meaningful exchanges between industry stakeholders. The 2-day BEC Business Transformation Theatre will also take place along with six other content-themed Theatres at the expo, converging more than 60 business leaders and expert sustainability practitioners to discuss a framework for embracing circularity for sustainable living, rethinking how communities function in Hong Kong, and rethinking how SMEs approach sustainability. Strong Sustainable Solution Exhibitors Line-up To allow attendees to apply key learnings from panel discussions in their respective organizations, ReThink HK presents 250+ companies' sustainable solutions. From newly established sustainable start-ups to Hong Kong's largest corporations, the expo strives to offer a diverse showcase of sustainable products, services, and solutions. The event will bring together a range of transformative solutions including integrated waste systems, energy-efficient solutions, revolutionary climate tech, sustainability consulting platforms, and more. Across the event you'll find curated displays brought to you in collaboration with leading organisations, including the European Pavilion, Canadian Pavilion, BEC Pavilion, FSES (Fullness Social Enterprises Society) Pavilion and Cyberport Pavilion will make their first appearance at ReThink HK. Tackling the massive shift towards sustainable mobility and transportation, ReThink HK 2024 will also launch its Smart Mobility and Transportation Sector, with supports from strategic partners, eMobility Network and HK E-Vehicles Business General Association, showcasing low-carbon fuel solutions, sustainable infrastructure & vehicles for aviation, and net-zero marine & road transportation. Unparalleled Access to Expert Insights Comprising eight theatres and stages, a series of deep-dive workshops, and stimulating roundtable discussion, the conference will bring together over 500 experts to shape the sustainability discourse across 120+ sessions. The theatres and stages represent the prevalent facets of sustainable development, including the Net Zero & Nature Positive Theatre (Keynote), BEC Business Transformation Theatre, Sustainable Buildings & Facilities Theatre, People & Purpose Theatre, Liveable Cities & Transportation Theatre, Sustainable Finance & Supply Chains Theatre, along with the European Stage and Change Makers Stage. Striving to facilitate open dialogue and knowledge sharing, a series of Roundtable Workshops have been introduced, rethinking talent development, artificial intelligence, food systems, diversity and inclusion, marketing and communications, and Hong Kong streets. The conference will kick off with the opening programme "Sustainable Horizons: Hong Kong's Progress on the Road to Net Zero", and a Keynote address by Mr Tse Chin-wan, BBS, JP, Secretary for Environment and Ecology. Other featured speakers include Mr Siddarth Chatterjee, United Nations Resident Coordinator in China; Ms Shuyi Li, Principal, RMI China; Ms Valerie Kwan, Director of Stewardship and Corporate Engagement, Asia Investor Group on Climate Change; Mr Bing Leng, ISSB Member, IFRS Foundation, amongst many others. Business leaders, sustainability practitioners, researchers and change makers will delve deep into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities of sustainability to empower attendees with the knowledge, tools, and connections needed to drive change within their organisations and industries. Carbon Offsetting in Action ReThink HK is dedicated to mitigating the carbon footprint of the event, upholding its commitment to environmental sustainability. Partnering with Kadoorie Farm & Botanic Garden, ReThink HK is working to advance the carbon offsetting "Wood Recycling Programme". The project strives to recycle wood debris generated from routine tree works through investing in a biochar machine, which converts bulky, rotten or diseased wood into valuable biochar, a soil amendment that benefits the soil and plant growth. For more details, please visit: https://www.kfbg.org/en/caring-for-our-hillside/working-the-ground/wood-recycling-programme. About ReThink HK ReThink HK is a unique annual event that helps organisations align sustainable business practices at every stage of their value chain, showcases innovation and solutions accelerating sustainable transformation. ReThink unites the ecosystem so all stakeholders and communities can contribute to and look forward to a climate-smart and equitable city, for everyone. All delegate fees contribute to funding local impact projects with Hong Kong charities. For ReThink HK 2024 Event Programme, please visit: https://rethink-event.com/conference/ For more event information, please visit ReThink HK's website: https://rethink-event.com/. For enquiries, please contact: Ms Maggie Tse Event Director maggie.t@rethink-event.com Ms Jessica Chan Head of Marketing & Partnerships jessica.c@rethink-event.com About ReThink Foundation The ReThink Foundation serves as a platform for rethinking how Hong Kong's NGOs can harness partnerships to maximize collective social impact. Through their leading initiative, the ReThink NGOs Program, the foundation empowers NGOs to leverage strategic partnerships, offering a funding and fellowship programme for chosen highly-impactful partnership-focused NGO projects. All proceeds generated from the ReThink HK 2024 delegate pass sales will contribute to support and fund the ReThink NGOs Program. From their flagship event, ReThink HK, to the foundation's ReThink NGOs program, the ethos of collaboration lies in the heart of all initiatives. For more details, please visit ReThink Foundation's website https://rethink-foundation.org/.
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