
Core Viewpoint - Yili Group is actively promoting a sustainable future for the dairy industry through initiatives focused on carbon neutrality and water conservation, highlighted by the launch of the "WISH2030 Declaration" and the expansion of its zero-carbon and low-water footprint alliances [1][2][4]. Group 1: Zero Carbon Initiatives - Yili Group's "1+N" series of reports was released, including the 2024 Zero Carbon Future Report and the Global Low Water Footprint Initiative Annual Report 2024 [2][3]. - The Zero Carbon Alliance has expanded to 154 member companies, with 90% of them having completed low-carbon transformations [4][5]. - The establishment of China's first comprehensive carbon management operation platform has been announced, covering the entire dairy supply chain [6][7]. Group 2: Water Footprint Initiatives - Yili Group launched the Low Water Footprint Initiative Alliance, which has attracted 60 global partners, aiming to significantly improve water efficiency by 2030 [5][6]. - The company has initiated 668 water-saving projects, achieving a total water savings of over 2 million tons annually, with a water reuse rate of 15.13% [6]. - Yili has completed water footprint certification for 3 products and 5 factories, receiving third-party validation [6]. Group 3: Standards and Recognition - Yili participated in the development of 12 international and national standards, including the first global ESG international standard, enhancing China's voice in sustainable development [3][4]. - The company has been recognized for its sustainable development efforts, receiving a "five-star" rating for its sustainability report for six consecutive years [2][3]. - Yili was selected as the only dairy industry "chain leader" in the UNGC's "25 Sustainable Development Chain Leader Alliance" project [7].