Coastal city shifts focus to green industry

Dongying, a coastal city in Shandong province, is modernizing its economy by boosting green and energy-efficient industries.

Delta tech zone on right track for high growth

Leaders of the Dongying Economic and Technological Development Zone in the Yellow River Delta plan to make it one of China's top centers for advanced and emerging industries.

Dongying stresses ecology as it develops

Dongying is now committed to becoming one of the most eco-friendly and livable cities in the country, a senior local official said.

Adidas builds a playground

The adidas Group Greater China built a playground in Chanjiayan Central Kindergarten in Shaanxi province on Nov 19, a move designed to aid the development of rural children in the country.

Siemens Home Appliances pledges 1.5 million yuan donation

Roland Gerke was relieved to meet He Yueyou again, after four years, in Lijiang, Yunnan province.

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A driving force in ecology

Autumn is the season when birds start flying to the South to avoid the approaching freezing winter. On their way, they seek out natural habitats with water and food.

VW launches new five-year 'green' plan

German automaker Volkswagen is embarking on another long-term commitment to educate the young generation of Chinese about the environment.

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Awards for top innovation

Eleven top Chinese pharmaceutical, medical and healthcare professionals were honored in Beijing last month with the 13th Wu Jieping-Paul Janssen Medical & Pharmaceutical Award for their leadership and innovation.

Putting animal welfare on the public's agenda

The World Society for the Protection of Animals, a global leader in animal welfare and the Animal Health, and Welfare Branch of the Chinese Veterinary Medical Association signed an agreement at the third China Veterinary Conference on Oct 30 on cooperation in educating people about the proper treatment of animals.

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