2025 International Renewable Energy Heating Technology Conference Overview

Time: March 29-30, 2025

Source: Solar Thermal Alliance

Heat energy constitutes a significant portion of terminal energy consumption. The State Council’s “Action Plan for Carbon Peaking Before 2030” clearly states the need to “vigorously implement renewable energy substitution and accelerate the establishment of a clean, low-carbon, safe, and efficient energy system.” The potential for green thermal energy substitution is immense.

To promote the integration and substitution of renewable energy in industries, construction, agriculture, and rural areas, the National Solar Thermal Industry Technology Innovation Strategic Alliance will hold the “2025 International Renewable Energy Heating Technology Conference” in Kunkun Bay, Handan City, Hebei Province from March 29 to 30. Recently, the Handan Industrial Investment Group Co., Ltd. and the Handan Cultural and Tourism Industry Group Co., Ltd. have confirmed their roles as co-hosts of the conference.

Green Thermal Energy: Driving the Future

Join us at the 2025 International Renewable Energy Heating Conference in Handan, Kunkun Bay, to contribute to this important event and pave the way for a zero-carbon future through technology.

Handan Industrial Investment Group Overview

Handan Industrial Investment Group Co., Ltd. (referred to as Handan Investment Group) was established on February 28, 2024. Approved by the Handan Municipal Government, it was formed by the merger of Handan Construction Investment and Handan Water Affairs in accordance with the “Reorganization Plan for Some State-owned Enterprises in Handan.” The company’s initial registered capital is 8 billion yuan, with the Handan State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission as the controlling shareholder and actual controller.

Handan Investment Group currently includes several subsidiaries such as Handan Construction Investment Group Co., Ltd., Handan Water Affairs Group Co., Ltd., Hebei Metallurgical Construction Group Co., Ltd., Handan Data Asset Operation Co., Ltd., and Handan Talent Development Group Co., Ltd. The group focuses on industrial investment and actively develops nine major business sectors, including cultural tourism, clean energy, water environmental protection, water conservancy construction, capital operation, resource development, talent development, industrial park development, and special construction. The diversification of its business provides strong support for income and cash flow from sectors like water conservancy, energy, and construction.

Main Business Operations

Handan Investment Group focuses on three core functions: industrial investment, industrial guidance, and capital operation, promoting the simultaneous development of traditional, emerging, and future industries to enhance overall quality and efficiency. The company currently emphasizes nine business sectors, including cultural tourism, clean energy, water environmental protection, water conservancy construction, capital operation, talent development, industrial parks, special construction, and resource development. Notably, sectors like water environmental protection and clean energy have provided robust support for the company’s income and cash flow, while capital operation and talent development are accelerating their growth, showing promising prospects. In 2023, the company achieved an operating income of 10.189 billion yuan with a gross profit margin of 12.24%.

Key Business Sectors

1. Clean Energy Sector: Handan Investment Group’s clean energy operations are primarily managed by Handan Investment New Energy Group Co., Ltd. In recent years, the group has expanded its gas supply business within Handan, transitioning from a single gas trading model to an integrated service model that includes supply and sales. This has strengthened the group’s position in providing essential gas services in the region. Concurrently, the group is accelerating the development of renewable energy initiatives, collaborating with leading industry players to leverage local advantages and promote wind power generation, public charging infrastructure, distributed photovoltaic applications, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicle demonstrations, planning across the entire industry chain of “production, storage, refueling, and utilization.”
2. Cultural Tourism Sector: The Handan Cultural Tourism Industry Group Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Handan Investment Group, is responsible for constructing and operating key cultural and tourism projects in Handan. Current projects include the Kunkun Bay project, the renovation of the Guangfu Ancient City, the enhancement of the Zhao Wang City Ruins Park, and the upgrade of the Congtai Reception Hotel. The group aims to fully explore local cultural tourism resources and improve the quality of scenic spots by developing a series of innovative tourism products.
3. Capital Operation Sector: This sector encompasses equity management of listed companies, equity investment, and fund operations. Handan Investment Group holds shares in quality companies, including Handan Bank, contributing to overall profit growth. The group has established an industrial development fund, currently in the project screening phase, aiming to invest in key industrial ecosystems and related industries in Handan. Additionally, the group is establishing a招商基金 and urban operation fund, which are in the registration process.
4. Water Sector: Managed by Handan Water Affairs, this sector is the sole municipal operating entity in Handan’s water sector, with significant competitive strength. The group aims to integrate water conservancy, water supply, drainage, sewage treatment, and sludge disposal into a comprehensive industry chain. It is also actively planning green energy projects and promoting smart water management and innovative development in derivative industries.
5. Talent Development Sector: This sector is managed by Handan Talent Development Group Co., Ltd., responsible for labor dispatch services, recruitment, human resources outsourcing, document management, and safety training within the city. The group focuses on enhancing the market-oriented level of talent development to support the city’s economic and social development and the future growth of the investment group.
6. Other Business Sectors: This includes special construction operations conducted by Hebei Metallurgical Construction Group Co., Ltd., which possesses multiple professional qualifications and strong technical capabilities. Additionally, the group’s data operations are managed by Handan Data Asset Operation Co., Ltd., focusing on integrating public data for business and promoting data product commercialization. Furthermore, the carbon sink sector is working with various organizations to advance carbon neutrality initiatives.

Cultural and Tourism Company

In October 2013, the Handan government approved the establishment of the Handan Cultural Tourism Industry Development Co., Ltd. In June 2018, it was officially renamed Handan Cultural Tourism Industry Group Co., Ltd. In November 2023, the group increased its capital by 600 million yuan, becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of Handan Construction Investment Group Co., Ltd. The company engages in investment, construction, operation, and management of policy-related cultural, sports, and tourism projects, and provides services in various fields such as property service, event planning, and ecological environmental engineering.

The company has five wholly-owned subsidiaries and two holding subsidiaries, along with several other managed companies, enhancing its operational capacity across diverse sectors.

Jianxu Company

Founded in 2018, Handan Jianxu New Energy Co., Ltd. is located in the Zhanghe Economic Development Zone and is a subsidiary of Handan Industrial Investment Group. With a registered capital of approximately 1.223 billion yuan, the company is responsible for the construction and operation of the Kunkun Bay International Tourism Resort project. The project covers an area of about 500,000 square meters with a total investment of 5.3 billion yuan, including attractions like a water world, snow world, themed hotels, energy center, and solar mirror field.

Utilizing a trough solar thermal collection system, Jianxu Company addresses high energy consumption issues in water tourism projects by extending collected thermal energy into heating, cooling, snowmaking, and ice-making applications, ensuring a pollution-free, zero-emission operation.

Xucheng Energy

Established in April 2016, Inner Mongolia Xucheng Energy Co., Ltd. focuses on the research and industrial application of solar thermal comprehensive utilization technology. As a national high-tech enterprise, it provides solutions for clean energy systems through its comprehensive service chain, including design, R&D, manufacturing, engineering implementation, and smart operations.

Core Projects and Innovations

• 2016 Solar Thermal Utilization Demonstration Project: This project, which involved an investment of 500 million yuan, marked the establishment of China’s first large-scale solar trough heating project, significantly reducing carbon emissions.
• 2018 Kunkun Bay “Solar Thermal +” Project: This project combines solar energy with cultural tourism, creating a year-round water resort. Through innovative technology, it allows for a new business model in cultural tourism, promoting green economic transformation.

Qualifications and Industry Standing

Xucheng Energy has received numerous accolades, including the establishment of a research center for solar thermal comprehensive utilization and recognition as a high-tech enterprise. The company actively participates in industry organizations and has been acknowledged for its contributions to technological innovation and environmental sustainability.

Corporate Mission and Social Responsibility

Xucheng Energy is committed to sustainable development through innovation, focusing on harmonizing human and nature. Its projects not only meet regional clean heating demands but also create numerous jobs, contributing to local economic growth and ecological improvement.

Kunkun Bay International Tourism Resort

Located 40 kilometers from Handan and easily accessible via major highways, the Kunkun Bay International Tourism Resort spans approximately 900 acres with significant investments in various attractions. This project is pioneering in integrating solar thermal energy with cultural tourism, featuring facilities such as a water world, snow world, themed hotels, and energy centers.

The water world maintains a year-round temperature suitable for enjoyment, while the snow world offers year-round snow activities. The solar energy center utilizes advanced technology to ensure zero emissions and maximum energy efficiency, showcasing a sustainable approach to tourism and recreation.

Conference Notice

For more information regarding the 2025 International Renewable Energy Heating Technology Conference, please refer to the provided documents and registration links.