{"id":3387,"date":"2025-07-21T15:43:50","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T07:43:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/?p=3387"},"modified":"2025-07-21T15:43:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T07:43:50","slug":"energy-efficiency-movement-driving-a-sustainable-future-with-energy-efficiency-improvement-as-the-engine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/pl\/energy-efficiency-movement-driving-a-sustainable-future-with-energy-efficiency-improvement-as-the-engine\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cEnergy Efficiency Movement\u201d: Driving a Sustainable Future with Energy Efficiency Improvement as the Engine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3389 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2025\/07\/f1cfe3860a5556623c8387ba010448711-300x300.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2025\/07\/f1cfe3860a5556623c8387ba010448711-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2025\/07\/f1cfe3860a5556623c8387ba010448711-150x150.png.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2025\/07\/f1cfe3860a5556623c8387ba010448711-768x768.png.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2025\/07\/f1cfe3860a5556623c8387ba010448711-12x12.png.webp 12w, https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2025\/07\/f1cfe3860a5556623c8387ba010448711.png.webp 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Against the backdrop of accelerating global industrial transformation, the contradiction between energy supply and demand has become increasingly prominent. Environmental pressures from traditional energy consumption are forcing industrial upgrading, while rising energy prices are testing enterprises\u2019 cost control capabilities. In this context, improving energy efficiency is no longer merely an urgent measure to cope with crises, but has become a key driver for achieving coordinated economic, environmental, and social development.<\/p>\n<p>Recently, Mike Umiker, Executive Director of the \u201cEnergy Efficiency Movement\u201d (EEM) Association, made his first visit to China since taking office, bringing Chinese enterprises the latest global experiences and concepts in energy efficiency improvement. Taking this interview opportunity,\u00a0Gongkong.com\u00a0had an in-depth discussion with Mike on EEM\u2019s latest developments and China\u2019s important role in the global energy efficiency transformation.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/pl\/energy-efficiency-movement-driving-a-sustainable-future-with-energy-efficiency-improvement-as-the-engine\/#Gathering_Momentum_for_Empowerment_EEM_Builds_a_Global_Energy-Saving_Collaboration_Network\" title=\"Gathering Momentum for Empowerment: EEM Builds a Global Energy-Saving Collaboration Network\">Gathering Momentum for Empowerment: EEM Builds a Global Energy-Saving Collaboration Network<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/pl\/energy-efficiency-movement-driving-a-sustainable-future-with-energy-efficiency-improvement-as-the-engine\/#Breaking_Bottlenecks_for_Efficiency_Digital_Technologies_Solve_Energy_Efficiency_Improvement_Constraints\" title=\"Breaking Bottlenecks for Efficiency: Digital Technologies Solve Energy Efficiency Improvement Constraints\">Breaking Bottlenecks for Efficiency: Digital Technologies Solve Energy Efficiency Improvement Constraints<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/pl\/energy-efficiency-movement-driving-a-sustainable-future-with-energy-efficiency-improvement-as-the-engine\/#Collaborating_for_Progress_Cross-Field_Cooperation_Activates_Endogenous_Motivation_for_Energy_Saving\" title=\"Collaborating for Progress: Cross-Field Cooperation Activates Endogenous Motivation for Energy Saving\">Collaborating for Progress: Cross-Field Cooperation Activates Endogenous Motivation for Energy Saving<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gathering_Momentum_for_Empowerment_EEM_Builds_a_Global_Energy-Saving_Collaboration_Network\"><\/span><strong><b>Gathering Momentum for Empowerment: EEM Builds a Global Energy-Saving Collaboration Network<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>EEM was co-founded by ABB and Sweden\u2019s Alfa Laval in 2021, with the original intention of raising global awareness of energy efficiency improvement and accelerating the popularization of high-efficiency energy solutions relying on existing technologies. So far, EEM has gathered about 600 enterprises worldwide, including over 70 Chinese enterprises covering industrial automation, water and water treatment, printing and packaging, and other fields. To promote global energy transformation more efficiently, EEM was upgraded from a joint corporate initiative to an independent global non-profit association in 2024, connecting global resources with a more open attitude.<\/p>\n<p>The core value of EEM lies in providing implementable energy-saving solutions: by sorting out energy efficiency improvement paths in the industrial field, it recommends efficient and intuitive practical methods. Its released report\u00a0Industrial Energy Efficiency Cases\u00a0specifies 10 key measures \u2013 for example, adopting high-energy-efficiency motors with supporting frequency converters can not only ensure the continuous operation of enterprises but also reduce energy consumption, lower costs, and be promoted on a large scale. It is estimated that if these measures are fully implemented, the global total carbon emissions are expected to be reduced by 11% by 2030, and the annual cost savings in the industrial sector can reach 437 billion US dollars.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe key to improving energy efficiency lies in technology, cooperation, and large-scale application. We already have mature technologies, and now we need to accelerate their implementation, which cannot be separated from the collaboration of the entire industrial chain,\u201d Mike emphasized. As one of the founding parties, ABB practices this concept with its brand positioning of \u201cEngineering Sincerity, Achieving Distant Goals\u201d \u2013 integrating engineering experience with digital technology to help various industries improve energy and production efficiency and promote sustainable development.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breaking_Bottlenecks_for_Efficiency_Digital_Technologies_Solve_Energy_Efficiency_Improvement_Constraints\"><\/span><strong><b>Breaking Bottlenecks for Efficiency: Digital Technologies Solve Energy Efficiency Improvement Constraints<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There is huge potential for improving energy efficiency, but there are still many obstacles in enterprise practice. Energy auditing, as a basic work to \u201cfigure out the family assets\u201d, is relatively mature in China, and relevant regulations and standards are relatively complete. However, the core of energy management \u2013 accurate, refined, and timely energy data \u2013 remains a shortcoming for most enterprises.<\/p>\n<p>EEM\u2019s latest white paper\u00a0Energy Efficiency Action: Set Sail Now, Breaking Internal Barriers to Industrial Energy Efficiency Improvement\u00a0shows that data and management risks are among the top five obstacles: 46% of the surveyed enterprises admit that they have difficulty collecting high-quality energy data, and 39% of enterprises cannot allow management to grasp energy efficiency status in real-time because energy data is not processed regularly.<\/p>\n<p>Facing this challenge, digital technologies represented by AI are becoming the key to breaking the bottleneck. At present, many industrial parks in China have widely applied AI-enabled energy auditing, digital twin, and other technologies, providing strong support for enterprises to improve energy efficiency and promote sustainable operations.<\/p>\n<p>For example, ABB has developed AI-driven standardized digital solutions for industries such as heating, steel, and ports: by analyzing power consumption, carbon emissions, and operational data, it helps customers reduce asset energy consumption, optimize parameters, and improve processes. Take Xinjiang Tianfu Energy Heating Branch as an example. Based on the operation data of more than 2,000 frequency converters, ABB uses AI algorithms to realize energy consumption analysis and early warning, providing accurate references for energy-saving measures. Since the cooperation started in 2009, Tianfu Energy has saved 70,000 tons of standard coal, reduced carbon dioxide emissions by about 180,000 tons, and saved about 18.054 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Collaborating_for_Progress_Cross-Field_Cooperation_Activates_Endogenous_Motivation_for_Energy_Saving\"><\/span><strong><b>Collaborating for Progress: Cross-Field Cooperation Activates Endogenous Motivation for Energy Saving<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Improving energy efficiency is a global challenge, and it is difficult to achieve results by working alone. Mike believes that different countries and industries have their own advantages in energy efficiency improvement. Faced with the demand for low-carbon transformation, it is crucial to break boundaries and deepen cross-field cooperation.<\/p>\n<p>EEM is actively building a global collaboration platform: at the 10th Global Energy Efficiency Conference of the International Energy Agency, it organized a CEO roundtable as an official partner to promote cross-border and cross-industry exchanges; by releasing authoritative reports and practical guides, it helps enterprises break through investment barriers such as capital, technology, and market access. At the same time, EEM promotes complementary advantages among enterprises of different sizes \u2013 for instance, Shenyang Blower Group cooperated with ABB to provide a packaged solution of frequency converters and motors for refining and chemical projects in the petroleum industry, changing the driving method of ethylene compressors from steam turbines to \u201cmotors + frequency converters\u201d, which significantly reduced fuel consumption and carbon emissions.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAlthough energy-saving projects vary due to industry characteristics, common problems and solutions make cooperation more valuable,\u201d Mike pointed out, adding that promoting energy efficiency standard systems is the key. Take China\u2019s energy efficiency credit training system as an example. It can help enterprises accurately identify shortcomings in energy utilization and make targeted improvements.<\/p>\n<p>In China, improving energy efficiency has changed from a policy-driven \u201cexternal pressure\u201d to an endogenous motivation for enterprise transformation. EEM has joined hands with Chinese enterprises to explore the path of integrating energy transformation and digitalization, achieving remarkable results: Dongguan Haoxin Precision adopted ABB\u2019s integrated solution (including ACS180 drives, servo products, PLC, etc.) in its high-speed hardcover book gluing production line. As a result, the book production output increased from 50 books\/minute to 60 books\/minute, with production efficiency improved by 20%, energy consumption reduced by 15%, and energy efficiency increased by 20%.<\/p>\n<p>Nowadays, improving energy efficiency is not only a technical challenge but also bears economic, environmental, and social responsibilities. With the iteration of technologies, deepening of cooperation, and strengthening of enterprises\u2019 endogenous motivation, it will surely become the core engine driving industry towards a more efficient, low-carbon, and sustainable future.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\"><a style=\"color: #00ccff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/pl\/injection-molded-parts-automated-assembly-system-with-auto-loading\/\">What are the applications of 4-axis robotic arms in industrial production?<\/a><\/span>\u00a0 <span style=\"color: #00ccff;\"><a style=\"color: #00ccff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rzautoassembly.com\/pl\/injection-molded-parts-automated-assembly-system-with-auto-loading\/\">What are the application fields of 4-axis robots?<\/a><\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Against the backdrop of accelerating global industrial transformation, the contradiction between energy supply and demand has become increasingly prominent. 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