Core Insights - The article highlights the recognition of Sinopec's innovative efforts in the energy and chemical industry, particularly in the context of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives, at the "Second China-Europe Enterprise ESG Best Practices Conference" held in Stuttgart, Germany [1] Group 1: Technological Innovation - Sinopec's project titled "Breakthrough to 'Deep' and Climb to 'New' Empowering the Development Blueprint of the Energy and Chemical Industry with Technological Innovation" won the "Best Case of Technological Innovation" award [1] - The company has made significant advancements in clean energy and low-carbon production processes, leveraging its integrated industry chain innovation advantages [1] Group 2: Deep Exploration - Sinopec has successfully developed China's first shale gas field with a storage capacity of 100 billion cubic meters and production capacity of 10 billion cubic meters, making China the first country outside North America to achieve large-scale commercial development of shale gas [1] - The company has established China's first million-ton CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage) project, along with the world's first 100-kilometer transportation pipeline, and initiated a 10-million-ton open CCUS project in collaboration with Shell, China Baowu, and BASF [1] Group 3: New Materials and Applications - Sinopec's carbon fiber is used in the world's longest land-based wind turbine blades, showcasing a breakthrough in traditional material performance limits [2] - The company has developed low-sulfur marine fuel oil with sulfur content significantly below international standards, contributing to the green transformation of global shipping [2] - The first commercial passenger flight using bio-aviation fuel made from agricultural and forestry waste was completed in China [2] Group 4: Digital Transformation - The world's first digital twin intelligent ethylene plant, developed by Sinopec, is set to be operational by December 2024 [2] - The company has introduced its first AI digital employee, which is currently deployed in over 40 comprehensive energy stations [2] - Sinopec is actively building an open innovation ecosystem, establishing research centers in Houston and the Middle East, and collaborating with Imperial College London on resource geophysics research [2]