SUEZ R&D Centre opens in Beijing, boosting China's environment protection industry
Wang Yiqi, Deputy Director of the International Science & Technology Cooperation Centre, Zhongguancun Administrative Committee, Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Commission; Wang Xi, Deputy Director, District Science and Information Bureau, Chaoyang Park Administrative Committee, representatives from the Department of Higher Education, Research & Innovation for the French Embassy to China and the SUEZ International R&D Centre in Paris were all in attendance as SUEZ brought new energy to China's environment protection efforts.
SUEZ Environmental Technology, a subsidiary of the SUEZ Group, averages over 25 registered patents annually. The SUEZ R&D Centre in Beijing, staffed by more than 30 experts and technicians, focuses on R&D, innovation, project support, technical training, and business promotion. In 2023, it received certifications as a "Beijing Foreign-funded R&D Centre" and a "Postdoctoral Research Workstation," highlighting government recognition of SUEZ's R&D capabilities. The opening of this centre marks a significant milestone in SUEZ's commitment to the Chinese market and its dedication to environmental protection.
SUEZ R&D Centre in Beijing achieves a significant milestone with its upgrade and expansion. Over the past 40 years, we have evolved from an engineering application unit to having our own independent R&D capabilities. We have continually advanced our localised, scenario-based R&D for innovation, earning the certification of 'Beijing Foreign-funded R&D Centre' from the Beijing municipal government. This localisation process demonstrates our vibrancy and market adaptability. The new R&D centre enables us to conduct more process verification and innovative research. Additionally, we have established pilot bases in Changshu and Tianjin to enhance our research in fluoride pollution and drinking water treatment technologies, fulfilling our commitment of 'in China, for China'. SUEZ Environmental Technology, as the main technical force in building the group's global industrial water treatment capacity, receives strong support from the R&D centre to promote the goal of 'in China, for the world'.Jun Zhang , Managing Director of SUEZ Environmental Technology China
SUEZ R&D Centre in Beijing has three advanced laboratories, each equipped with multiple process evaluation and analysis platforms, aiming to validate and optimise drinking water and wastewater treatment technologies, explore cost-effective treatment technologies for wastewater containing refractory organic compounds, simulate the treatment effects of various biochemical processes and verify suitable conditions, and evaluate sludge quality and treatability. The Centre can provide technical support for complex application scenarios in the project planning stage, and solutions to technical challenges encountered in the project implementation stage.
Additionally, the Centre operates pilot bases in Tianjin and Changshu and has established several "production-oriented R&D pilot platforms." These platforms facilitate technology development and process verification activities at a scale close to actual projects, using real on-site working conditions.
Innovation has been central to SUEZ's business for the past 160 years. 40 years ago, SUEZ established the International Research and Development Centre for the Environment (CIRSEE) in Paris to tackle future environmental challenges. In China, SUEZ has focused on building local technological innovation capabilities by introducing global patented technology and R&D resources while nurturing local talent. Through its R&D Centres, SUEZ develops customised solutions for local needs, with strong capabilities in new technology research and process validation for municipalities, industries, and sludge treatment. SUEZ continues to provide cost-effective green technologies for the Chinese market. Looking ahead, SUEZ remains committed to developing innovative and resilient solutions and collaborating with partners to advance environmental protection, renewable energy, and sustainable development in China.