At a critical time when the world is actively practicing the concept of green development and promoting sustainability, the 2025 Resource Recycling Industry Technology Seminar held on January 15 in the Yangtze River Delta has become an important milestone in the region’s green economic transformation. The seminar focused on the core issues of resource recycling, bringing together diverse wisdom and strengths to inject new vitality and opportunities into the development of the resource recycling industry in the Yangtze River Delta and beyond.
Under the professional guidance of the Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences, the seminar was jointly organized by SEEK Bio Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. and the Institute of Ecological Environment Protection of the Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences, with strong support from renowned institutions such as Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the Shanghai Agricultural Technology Extension Service Center. The seminar’s strong organizational lineup demonstrated its authority and professionalism in the resource recycling field, attracting enthusiastic participation from about 450 attendees, including leaders from related government departments across the country, academicians from engineering institutes, industry experts, entrepreneurs, and environmentalists, all coming together to brainstorm strategies for industry development.

SEEK Jinshan Resource Recycling Project Launch Ceremony
In the morning of the seminar, the SEEK Jinshan Resource Recycling Project Launch Ceremony was grandly held at the SEEK Jinshan Factory. Attendees included Academician Chen Wenfu and Academician Zhou Wei of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, Vice President Shi Ming of the Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences, SEEK Bio Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. Chairman Pu Jiaxing, as well as leaders from various municipal and district levels.
At 9:00 a.m., the ceremony officially began with a keynote speech by Academician Chen Wenfu, a professor at Shenyang Agricultural University. In his remarks, Academician Chen emphasized the critical role of the resource recycling industry in protecting the ecological environment and promoting sustainable economic development in Jinshan District. He expressed high expectations for the SEEK Jinshan Project, hoping it would become a model for regional industrial upgrading and lead the trend of green development.
Following this, Pu Jiaxing, Founder and Chairman of SEEK Bio Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., delivered a speech detailing the project’s innovative concepts, core technological advantages, and future development plans, showcasing the company’s strong foundation and ambitious vision in the field of resource recycling.

Amid enthusiastic anticipation from all guests, Chairman Pu Jiaxing, Academician Chen Wenfu, Academician Zhou Wei, and other leaders jointly activated the launch device, marking the official start of the Jinshan Resource Recycling Project and ushering it into a new stage of development.
After the ceremony, all guests toured the SEEK Jinshan Resource Recycling Project Factory. Inside, advanced technological equipment was operating efficiently, and the scientifically designed production process was clearly visible. Through a series of innovative technical methods, organic waste is transformed here into multiple high value-added products such as biochar and organic fertilizers. These products not only effectively address waste treatment challenges but also play an active role in agricultural production and soil improvement, fully demonstrating the enormous potential, economic benefits, and ecological value of resource recycling.

Yangtze River Delta Resource Recycling Industry Technology Seminar
In the afternoon, the seminar moved to the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Fengjing, Jinshan District, Shanghai, officially commencing the core agenda of academic exchanges and industry discussions. Before the expert presentations, leaders from the Shanghai Municipal Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee delivered opening remarks, emphasizing that agricultural technological innovation is the core driving force for high-quality agricultural development. They pointed out that the government will strongly support agricultural technology research and achievement transformation, hoping the seminar will gather wisdom and propose feasible solutions for nationwide agricultural development.
Subsequently, leaders from Jinshan District spoke, highlighting Jinshan’s agricultural advantages and expressing their expectation to use the seminar as an opportunity to strengthen cooperation, focus on ecological planting and other specialty fields, explore innovative pathways, and build models for rural revitalization. Finally, leaders from the Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences shared their research results, stressing the importance of integrating industry, academia, and research, and expressing hope that the seminar would promote exchanges, overcome challenges, accelerate achievement transformation, and contribute to agricultural modernization. These speeches set a clear direction for the seminar and laid the foundation for fruitful outcomes.
Expert Reports
The first expert presentation was given by Academician Chen Wenfu of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, titled "Green Technology’s Carbon Quest: The Past, Present, and Future of Biochar". With profound academic insight and extensive research experience, Academician Chen clearly explained the important role and mechanism of biochar in the resource recycling system. From innovations in biochar preparation technology to its application in soil improvement and carbon sequestration, his presentation opened a door for attendees to deeply understand the biochar field, sparking enthusiastic discussion and deep thinking about its future prospects.
Next, Academician Zhou Wei of the Chinese Academy of Engineering delivered a presentation on "Fertilizer Industry Development Trends and Prospects". Combining current agricultural production needs and environmental challenges, Academician Zhou systematically analyzed the issues and opportunities in the fertilizer industry. His talk elaborated on how technological innovation can improve fertilizer efficiency, reduce environmental pollution, and the future direction of the fertilizer industry under the guidance of green development concepts, providing valuable decision-making references and technical guidance for industry practitioners.
Following this, Pu Jiaxing, Founder and Chairman of SEEK Bio Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., delivered a report titled "Exploration and Practice of Organic Waste Low-carbon Recycling Industry Model". Chairman Pu shared SEEK’s operational experience, detailing the company’s innovative technologies and successful business models in organic waste treatment. SEEK has integrated upstream and downstream resources in the industry chain to build a complete recycling system covering waste collection, treatment, product R&D, and sales, achieving efficient utilization and low-carbon transformation of organic waste. This approach not only reduces pollution and carbon emissions but also creates significant economic benefits, setting a strong example for the industry.
Dr. Ni Yuanzhi from Shanghai Academy of Environmental Sciences then presented "Exploration and Prospects of Realizing Agricultural Source Pollution Reduction and Carbon Sequestration Value from the Perspective of Carbon Trading", exploring how agriculture can combine ecological and economic value in pollution reduction and carbon sequestration within the framework of the carbon trading market. Dr. Ni provided a series of forward-looking ideas and suggestions through analysis of domestic and international policies and case studies, offering useful references for agriculture’s participation in carbon markets and the development of green finance.
Researcher Zhou Sheng from Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences gave a presentation titled "Evaluation of Emission Reduction and Carbon Sequestration Effects and Carbon Footprint Accounting for Returning Carbonized Agricultural and Forestry Waste to Fields", using abundant scientific data and case studies to explain the effectiveness of this technology and the importance of carbon footprint accounting. His report provided a solid scientific basis and technical support for optimizing the utilization of agricultural and forestry waste and enhancing ecological benefits.
Researcher Zhu Fengxiang from Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences shared "Innovation and Practice in Multiple Utilization Models of Biomass Waste", showcasing diverse utilization pathways and technological achievements for biomass waste in energy, materials, and agriculture. Her sharing broadened attendees’ perspectives and stimulated innovation and cooperation potential in the industry.
Li Liang, Party Secretary and General Manager of Shanghai Energy Conservation and Emission Reduction Center Co., Ltd., delivered "Circular Economy Development Policies and Industry Systems in Shanghai under the Dual-Carbon Background", providing a comprehensive interpretation of Shanghai’s policy framework and a deep analysis of the current industry system’s status and trends. His report offered clear guidance for enterprises to seize policy opportunities and optimize industrial layouts.
Finally, Academician Shen Qirong of the Chinese Academy of Engineering presented "Soil Health and Organic (Class) Fertilizer Manufacturing", examining the critical role and technological innovation points of organic fertilizers in maintaining soil fertility, promoting plant growth, and improving soil microecology. His presentation offered cutting-edge theoretical guidance and technical reference for soil and fertilizer research and production, strongly promoting industry technological progress and upgrading.
Throughout the seminar, the presentation sessions were compact and orderly, with rich content covering key areas and frontier technologies of the resource recycling industry. Participants engaged attentively and actively in discussions, creating a lively atmosphere. The expert reports offered a wealth of knowledge and innovative inspiration, providing important intellectual support and practical guidance for technological innovation, policy improvement, and industrial synergy in the Yangtze River Delta resource recycling industry. Through in-depth exchanges and discussions, the Yangtze River Delta region is expected to achieve significant advancements in technology breakthroughs, industrial upgrading, and ecological protection, making important contributions toward China’s carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals and promoting green and sustainable economic and social development.