Core Viewpoint - The integration of the petrochemical industry with new energy and artificial intelligence is essential for the transformation and upgrading of Henan's petrochemical sector, addressing its current structural issues and high energy dependence [2][3]. Industry Development - Henan Province has established a distinctive salt chemical industry cluster, transitioning from traditional products like soda ash and caustic soda to high-end new materials such as polycarbonate and epoxy resin [2]. - The province has formed 47 differentiated chemical industry clusters, showcasing regional characteristics [2]. Challenges - The petrochemical industry in Henan faces challenges such as a relatively short industrial chain, severe product homogeneity, and high external dependence on coal and oil resources, with coal dependence at approximately 50% and oil and gas resource dependence exceeding 90% [2][3]. Strategic Recommendations - To achieve a high-end green transformation, the industry should focus on four key areas: high-value conversion of carbon-based energy, green production process innovation, high-end transformation of new materials, and intelligent digital transformation [3]. - Suggested strategies include the integration of renewable energy with petrochemicals, low-carbon transformative processes, and the development of high-end new materials from coal-based oxygen-containing compounds [3]. Event Overview - The 2025 Central China (Zhengzhou) Chemical Technology Equipment and New Materials Exhibition aims to promote high-quality development in the chemical industry, featuring 16 sectors including new chemical materials, advanced nylon materials, electronic chemicals, and smart chemical equipment [3]. - The event is organized by the Henan Petroleum and Chemical Industry Association and the Henan Chemical Pharmaceutical Safety Production Association, emphasizing the chemical industry's role as a core engine for economic development in Central China and its importance in achieving carbon neutrality goals [3]. Collaborative Initiatives - The release of the "Mountain River Four Provinces Chemical Industry Chain Collaborative Development White Paper" outlines a strategic path to build a trillion-level chemical industry cluster [4].