Group 1 - The project is officially launched with a capacity of 20 billion cubic meters per year for coal-to-natural gas production, marking a significant step in Xinjiang's energy strategy [1][2] - The total investment for the project is 17 billion yuan, covering an area of 197 hectares, and includes advanced technologies for air separation, gasification, purification, and methanation [2] - The project aims to achieve a reduction in carbon emissions intensity by over 30% and enhance the green and intelligent development of the coal chemical industry [2][3] Group 2 - The project is part of a broader strategy to establish Xinjiang as a national energy resource security base and strengthen the coal, electricity, and chemical industries in the region [2] - The project has received necessary approvals from the National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Ecology and Environment, with major construction expected to be completed by the end of 2026 [2] - The local government has implemented a "special + special class" work mechanism to ensure efficient project management and coordination for approvals and environmental assessments [3]