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Chinese company Hanyesteel produces specialized steel alloys used in various sectors, including automotive, aerospace, and energy. These alloys offer benefits such as high strength, corrosion resistance, and thermal stability, contributing to advancements in modern industry and renewable energy technologies like wind turbines and solar panels.
Hanye Steel
January 21, 2025
France: In 2022, French industrial and tertiary establishments generated 15 and 11 million tons of non-hazardous waste respectively. 79% of sorted waste was valued, while 37% of mixed waste was. Half of tertiary sector organic waste could be avoided. Establishments with 500+ employees implemented waste management policies (93%).
French Statistical Institute (Insee)
January 21, 2025
Norway's economy is growing, driven by increased oil and gas investment due to Europe's efforts to reduce dependence on Russian energy. Higher oil investment will be a key driver of growth in both the Norwegian manufacturing industry and the economy in the coming years. The government's compensation scheme for high electricity prices will significantly dampen the effect of high electricity prices on inflation and households’ living costs.
Nordea
January 21, 2025
China-based Hanyesteel Group, a leading steel plate factory, focuses on manufacturing high-quality steel plates with exceptional strength and corrosion resistance for various applications, including shipbuilding and construction. The company emphasizes sustainability and environmental responsibility in its manufacturing processes.
Hanye Steel
January 21, 2025
Metalfer Steel Mill, a Serbian steel producer, has extended its sponsorship of the Serbian national water polo team. The company highlights shared values of teamwork and excellence, reflecting its commitment to sustainable steel production.
Metalfer Grupa
January 21, 2025
The Trump administration halted new leasing for wind projects while prioritizing oil and gas production on federal lands and waters. This decision impacts the U.S. wind industry, which employs over 131,000 Americans and provides more than 10% of U.S. power. Kit Kennedy of NRDC criticized the move, highlighting negative consequences for clean energy, public health, and national security.
Natural Resources Defense Council
January 21, 2025
The article discusses the evolution of supply chain agility, highlighting the increasing importance of sustainability and proactive risk mitigation. Businesses are integrating advanced technologies like AI and predictive analytics to anticipate disruptions and build more resilient, profitable, and sustainable supply chains.
Sobel Network Shipping Co., Inc.
January 20, 2025
Sweden-based Renewcell, a textile recycling company, has raised SEK 1.32 billion (SEK 800 million from IPO and SEK 520 million from project financing) to build a 60,000-tonne textile recycling plant in Sundsvall. The European Investment Bank (EIB) also expressed interest in financing the project. Renewcell's technology uses 100% textile waste to produce Circulose®, a dissolving pulp replacing virgin cotton and petroleum-based polyester.
Nordea
January 20, 2025
Iranian Sepehr Energy Holding reported its most successful financial and production performance in its history for the fiscal year 1403. Key achievements include a 52% increase in production and 73% increase in sales, resulting in over 2x operational income and \1600 billion IRR in net profit. The company also inaugurated phase one of the Sabalan petrochemical complex and is progressing with the Dena and Siraf Energy mega-projects, aiming for 3.3 million tons of methanol production capacity. Sepehr Energy also entered the downstream petrochemical industry with the approval of a plan for acetic acid, vinyl acetate monomer, and synthetic ethanol production.
Sepehre Energy
January 20, 2025
UK-based Environment Agency published standard rules (SR2015 No 18) for metal recycling, vehicle storage, depollution, and dismantling facilities. The rules permit the processing of up to 25,000 tonnes of waste metal and 5,000 tonnes of waste motor vehicles annually, but prohibit burning of waste. The agency is also testing a new online service for permit applications.
Environment Agency (EA) | GOV.UK
January 20, 2025
South Africa, during its G20 Presidency themed "Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability", is committed to fostering economic growth with social inclusion and environmental stewardship. The country aims to leverage the G20 platform to address systemic disparities and promote unity to tackle shared global challenges. South Africa also highlighted its potential as a hub for global investments and ongoing structural reforms at the World Economic Forum.
Government of South Africa
January 20, 2025
The Norwegian research center Zero Emissions Metal Production (FME ZeMe) aims to develop solutions for a carbon-neutral metal industry by 2050. The center focuses on climate-neutral and energy-efficient production processes, carbon capture, circular value chains, improved emission measurement tools, and digitalization. It involves SINTEF, NTNU, NORCE, and international universities, funding 19 PhDs.
SINTEF
January 20, 2025
China-based Hanyesteel, a prominent player in the steel plate industry, has been developing advanced steel alloys for various sectors, including automotive, construction, aerospace, and energy. These alloys offer improved safety, fuel efficiency, and performance in vehicles; superior strength-to-weight ratios in buildings; and reliability in aircraft components, pipelines, and power generation equipment.
Hanye Steel
January 20, 2025
India's electronics, solar, and electric vehicle (EV) sectors have been disrupted by recent export restrictions imposed by China on critical minerals like gallium and germanium. India aims to reduce reliance on Chinese imports by boosting manufacturing competitiveness, investing in R&D, diversifying supply chains, and encouraging local value addition. The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme is being expanded to more sectors.
Policy Circle
January 20, 2025
The article discusses the growth of green corridors in Asia, focusing on renewable energy and sustainability. By 2040, Asia will account for nearly 50 percent of global energy demand, with significant investment in decarbonization technologies. The China-ASEAN corridor is highlighted, with companies like BYD manufacturing EVs in Thailand and Geely reviving Malaysia's Proton brand. Southeast Asia is also pushing for greater environmental sustainability.
McKinsey
January 20, 2025
India's Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers inaugurated several projects under the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology (CIPET). This includes a Calibration Laboratory in Ahmedabad (Rs. 1.43 crore), a Centre for Skilling and Technical Support in Bhagalpur (Rs. 40.10 crore, jointly funded by Central and Bihar governments), a Plastic Waste Management Centre in Bhagalpur, and a boys’ hostel in Madurai (Rs. 6.40 crore). The initiatives aim to improve skill development, promote plastic waste management, and enhance operational efficiency in the petrochemical industry.
Government of India
January 19, 2025
China-based Hanyesteel, a leading steel plate factory, has implemented energy-efficient technologies and waste reduction strategies to minimize its environmental footprint while maintaining high production standards.
Hanye Steel
January 19, 2025
India's Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 showcased numerous electric vehicles and sustainable mobility solutions. Companies like VinFast, BMW, MG Motor, Eka Mobility, BYD, and others launched electric cars, buses, trucks, scooters, and related technologies. Vayve Mobility launched India’s first solar electric car, 'Eva'. The expo highlighted advancements in e-mobility, battery technology, and sustainable transportation.
Government of India
January 19, 2025
China-based Hanyesteel, a steel plate factory, produces high-quality steel plates known for their strength, durability, and corrosion resistance. The company emphasizes environmental sustainability throughout its production process.
Hanye Steel
January 18, 2025
China-based hanyesteel, a steel plate factory, produces high-strength, stainless, and alloy steel plates for construction, automotive, aerospace, and machinery. Their steel plates contribute to fuel efficiency, improved crashworthiness, and emission reduction in vehicles, shaping a sustainable future.
Hanye Steel
January 18, 2025

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