Core Insights - The event gathered representatives from government, enterprises, academia, and international organizations to discuss the green transformation paths for small and micro textile enterprises [1][3] - The seminar aimed to build a high-level international dialogue platform to promote the transition of small and micro enterprises from "scale expansion" to "green quality improvement" [3][4] - The "SWITCH-Asia" project research results were released, outlining actionable industry transformation paths and policy recommendations [3][4] Industry Overview - The textile and apparel industry is a traditional pillar of China's economy, with small and micro enterprises accounting for 99.8% of the sector, serving as a vital source of industry vitality [3] - The industry faces challenges in enhancing development capabilities and global competitiveness, particularly in industrial clusters like Huzhou and Shaoxing [3] Government and Local Initiatives - Huzhou, as the birthplace of the "Green Mountains and Clear Water are Gold and Silver Mountains" concept, emphasizes green development while promoting the circular economy transformation of the textile industry [4] - The local government is also actively cultivating strategic emerging industries such as new energy and batteries [4] Research and Development - Research conducted by the China Standardization Research Institute assessed resource efficiency in Huzhou and Shaoxing's small and micro textile enterprises using Material Flow Analysis (MFA) and Value Chain Analysis (VCA) [4] - The project has conducted five training sessions covering 119 enterprises and supported technological upgrades through "resource efficiency vouchers" [4] International Collaboration and Best Practices - The event featured a comparison of EU circular textile strategies, sharing policy experiences in eco-design and extended producer responsibility, providing international references for Chinese enterprises [5] - Experts discussed the need for a mechanism to connect international frameworks with local scenarios, emphasizing the importance of proactive awareness among enterprises [7] Future Directions - The seminar provided concrete path references for the transformation of small and micro enterprises in Huzhou and Shaoxing through a combination of international experience exchange and local practice [7] - The outcomes of the SWITCH-Asia project will continue to be promoted to assist the Chinese textile and apparel industry in achieving its carbon peak target by 2030 [7]
2025年世界城市日社会系列活动 助力纺织服装产业绿色升级
Di Yi Cai Jing·2025-10-31 04:46