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China Daily, Dushanzi, June 6 (Reporter Mao Weihua) — June 5 marked the 55th World Environment Day. Against the backdrop of a critical juncture for ecological conservation and green development, Dushanzi Petrochemical held a grand "Public Open Day" and a press conference on green development in Dushanzi, Xinjiang. The event showcased—from multiple angles and dimensions—the company's impressive "green credentials" cultivated through years of commitment to low-carbon growth. It vividly demonstrated the sense of responsibility and practical achievements of this petrochemical enterprise—situated in the Gobi Desert—in upholding ecological stewardship, driving industrial upgrading, and protecting the natural environment.
Located in the heart of the Xinjiang Gobi, Dushanzi is a typical industrial-mining urban area characterized by aridity, scarce rainfall, significant soil salinization, and an extremely fragile ecosystem. This stretch of Gobi wilderness once came to life through industrial development, with generations of oil workers taking root, pioneering through hardship, and passing the torch of progress. Prior to the end of 2015, Dushanzi operated under an integrated "enterprise-as-government" model, with Dushanzi Petrochemical shouldering social management responsibilities. Amidst harsh natural conditions, the company consistently adhered to the philosophy of "protecting while developing and improving quality while growing." Abandoning traditional, extensive industrial growth models, it persevered in greening efforts, pollution control, carbon reduction, and efficiency improvements. Through long-term, dedicated effort, it forged a distinctive path of green development where industrial quality and efficiency, ecological health, and public well-being advance in synergy—gradually transforming the barren Gobi into a lush, livable, and eco-friendly industrial city.
Green development requires upfront investment; ecological governance demands persistent effort. For years, Dushanzi Petrochemical has treated ecological and environmental protection as the baseline, red line, and lifeline of its high-quality development. It has continuously increased investment in upgrading environmental infrastructure, using substantial financial resources to fortify the barrier for ecological security. During the "13th Five-Year Plan" period, the company invested a total of 2.3 billion yuan specifically for the construction and comprehensive upgrading of environmental facilities, thereby addressing weaknesses in ecological governance and solidifying the foundation for environmentally sustainable development. As the "14th Five-Year Plan" era begins, the pace of green development has accelerated. The company has invested an additional 720 million yuan to precisely implement 45 key environmental protection projects—such as enclosed coke removal and comprehensive VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) management in tank farms. Focusing on the three core areas of air, water, and soil, the company has coordinated comprehensive and systematic governance—targeting "blue skies, clear waters, and clean soil"—to build a multi-dimensional, multi-layered ecological protection system, thereby providing a solid foundation for green transformation and achieving tangible ecological improvements.
As a centrally-administered energy enterprise based in Xinjiang, Dushanzi Petrochemical consistently upholds its political responsibility for ecological protection. Adhering to the highest standards, strictest requirements, and most practical measures, it has waged a determined battle against pollution, utilizing cutting-edge technology and meticulous management to resolve the challenge of achieving coordinated development between industrial production and ecological preservation.
In the campaign for blue skies, the company prioritizes technology-driven pollution control and precision air quality management. Leveraging advanced intelligent equipment—such as LiDAR and gas cloud imaging—it has established a comprehensive, sensing-enabled VOCs monitoring system. This enables 24/7, all-encompassing real-time detection, precise source tracing, and dynamic control of exhaust emissions. Simultaneously, the company vigorously promotes green process upgrades, implementing projects such as low-nitrogen retrofitting for cracking furnaces and enclosed incineration of wastewater pond emissions, thereby reducing pollutant emissions at the source. Through systematic, comprehensive governance, the issue of plant odors has been fundamentally resolved. The company has successfully achieved its ecological goals—ensuring odor-free facilities, fresh air across the industrial park, and public satisfaction—thereby ensuring that blue skies and fresh air remain a constant feature of this Gobi-based plant.
In the campaign for clear waters, the company adheres to a water management philosophy of "prioritizing conservation, reducing waste at the source, strictly controlling processes, and maximizing end-of-pipe reuse." It has constructed an end-to-end, enclosed wastewater treatment and reuse system, achieving closed-loop processing and efficient recycling of production wastewater. This has significantly boosted the water recycling rate and effectively conserved scarce water resources. To visually demonstrate the effectiveness of its water management, the company innovatively created an ecological observation pond featuring koi fish at the wastewater treatment terminal. This vivid scene—where clear water meets leaping fish—makes the results of ecological governance visible, tangible, and verifiable. It serves as a compelling calling card for the company's green development, showcasing its robust capabilities in industrial water management and ecological efficiency.
In the campaign to safeguard the purity of the land, the enterprise strictly upholds the bottom line of ecological safety for soil and groundwater, while establishing a robust closed-loop disposal mechanism that prioritizes waste reduction, resource recovery, and harmless treatment. Solid wastes generated during production—such as alkaline residue, sludge, and oily sludge—undergo specialized treatments like high-temperature incineration and bio-augmentation. These processes thoroughly decompose hazardous substances into harmless gases and ash, thereby eliminating potential pollution risks at the source. Simultaneously, the company has implemented a comprehensive, closed-loop management system that tracks solid waste through every stage—generation, collection, transport, and disposal. By enforcing strict supervision and full-process traceability, the enterprise remains steadfast in protecting the land and ensuring the safety of the regional soil and groundwater environment.
Years of dedication to green development have yielded significant results. In 2026, following a rigorous national-level review, Dushanzi Petrochemical was designated a "National Green Factory." This prestigious honor serves as high recognition of the company's long-standing commitment to green development, its deep engagement in environmental protection, and its efforts to drive the industry's low-carbon transformation; it marks a significant milestone, elevating the company's green development to a new level.
Standing at a new starting point and embarking on a new journey, Qin Jun, General Manager of Dushanzi Petrochemical, affirmed that the company will remain rooted in Xinjiang and dedicated to its core petrochemical business, while unwaveringly fulfilling the social responsibilities of a central state-owned enterprise. Regardless of market fluctuations, the company remains steadfast in its mission to ensure regional energy supplies, its commitment to a green and low-carbon development path, and its goal of achieving breakthroughs in high-end new materials.
Looking ahead, Dushanzi Petrochemical will remain committed to the direction of high-quality, green, and low-carbon development. The company will continue to deepen comprehensive pollution control, advance the green upgrading of its industrial operations, and enhance the ecological quality of its plant areas. By writing a new chapter of harmonious coexistence between industrial growth and ecological preservation, the company aims to safeguard this Gobi oasis through concrete action, fuel regional high-quality development with green momentum, and establish itself as a benchmark green petrochemical enterprise in the northwestern border region for the new era.
