Core Insights - The 14th China International Steel Conference highlighted the acceleration of intelligent manufacturing and green low-carbon initiatives in the steel industry, with "new quality productivity" as a central theme [1] Digital Transformation - 95.1% of steel enterprises in China have integrated digital transformation strategies into their overall development processes, focusing on smart upgrades [1] - The application of digital technologies in energy-saving within the steel sector can achieve a carbon reduction of 15% [3] Energy Efficiency and Emission Standards - 117 steel enterprises, representing approximately 660 million tons of capacity, are participating in the "dual carbon" best practice energy efficiency benchmark demonstration [3] - China has established the world's strictest ultra-low emission standards, with some indicators being ten times stricter than the average in developed economies [3][6] Implementation of Smart Technologies - The density of robotic and unmanned equipment application has reached 65 units per 10,000 people [4] - 82.9% of enterprises have established intelligent centralized control centers, and 63.4% are using 3D visualization simulation systems to build digital factories [4] Low-Carbon Revolution - By 2024, the steel industry is expected to achieve total energy savings of 10.5 million tons of standard coal, equivalent to a reduction of approximately 27.5 million tons of CO2 emissions, or the carbon absorption capacity of 570 million trees annually [6] - The first ultra-low emission blue paper for the steel industry was released, indicating a significant transformation towards low-carbon practices [6] Future Goals and Investments - By 2025, 80% of total capacity is targeted for ultra-low emission upgrades, adhering to the strictest pollution discharge standards [8] - The steel industry has already invested over 300 billion RMB specifically for ultra-low emission upgrades [8] Environmental Performance - The emission intensity of the steel industry has decreased by over 50% compared to 2018, achieving international leading environmental performance [9]