节水产业指导目录征求意见

Core Points - The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) has organized the compilation of the "Guidance Directory for Water-Saving Industry" to promote high-quality development in the water-saving sector and enhance the supply capacity of water-saving products, technologies, and services [1] - The directory includes categories of encouraged and eliminated products and technologies, focusing on water-saving irrigation products, industrial water-saving technologies, and unconventional water development [1][2] - The petrochemical industry faces significant challenges in energy consumption and water usage, necessitating effective control of energy consumption and carbon emissions while ensuring supply chain stability [3] Encouraged Products and Technologies - Encouraged water-saving products include agricultural films and greenhouse films, as well as industrial water-saving equipment and technologies aimed at reducing water usage and wastewater discharge [1] - Specific technologies mentioned for the chemical industry include optimizing processes and using air coolers to reduce evaporation losses and fresh water usage [1] Eliminated Products and Technologies - Certain processes in the petrochemical sector, such as chlorohydrin epoxy propylene and calcium soap processes, are set to be eliminated due to high fresh water usage and waste generation [2] - The elimination deadline for these processes is December 31, 2025, as per the industrial structure adjustment guidance [2] - Other eliminated technologies include wet aluminum fluoride production and small-scale atmospheric distillation units, which are deemed inefficient in water resource utilization [2]