An Analysis of New Paths to Developing Green Productivity in the Lithium Battery New Energy Industry

Recent publication at BIBS

The BIBS School of Management is pleased to present a groundbreaking study by Yunfeng Bu (Associate Researcher at BIBS), Zhangxi Huang (Jiangxi Guoxuan New Energy Technology Co., Ltd.), and Jianqin Guo (Xidian University). Their article, “An Analysis of New Paths to Developing Green Productivity in the Lithium Battery New Energy Industry”, offers a forward-looking perspective on addressing key challenges in the green energy transition.

This study focuses on the transformative strategies of Jiangxi Guoxuan New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., a company committed to the principle of “green mountains and clear waters are as valuable as gold and silver.” Under the mission of “providing green energy for humanity,” the research explores how the company addresses critical challenges in the lithium battery industry, such as supply-demand imbalances, political tensions, and price volatility.

Strategic Development Path

To overcome these challenges, the research identifies a comprehensive and sustainable development strategy based on:

  • Industrialization: Strengthening and expanding the lithium battery supply chain.
  • Greening: Leading with environmentally friendly practices.
  • Low-Carbon Development: Minimizing emissions across the value chain.

Key Innovations and Initiatives
The study highlights Jiangxi Guoxuan’s achievements in pioneering a green productivity framework for the entire lithium battery value chain, encompassing:

  • Integrated Value Chain: From lithium mining, processing, and extraction to battery manufacturing, application, and recycling.
  • Technological Breakthroughs: Solving core industry challenges, such as the recycling of sodium sulfate waste and improving heat efficiency in pyrometallurgy.
  • Industry Standards: Leading the development of six green manufacturing standards for the entire industry chain, setting benchmarks for sustainable growth.

Results and Impacts

The practical application of these strategies has yielded remarkable results:

  • In 2021, Jiangxi Guoxuan achieved the milestone of “signing, production, and profitability within the same year” for Yichun’s first billion-yuan major project.
  • The company reported doubling growth in revenue, driving collaborative development across primary, secondary, and tertiary industries.
  • It established a model for high-quality and green development in the new energy sector, inspiring other enterprises to follow suit.

Practical Implications

This research provides actionable insights for enterprises in the lithium battery industry and beyond:

  1. Supply Chain Optimization: Strengthen and extend the industry chain through technological and resource integration.
  2. Sustainable Leadership: Adopt green practices and contribute to standard-setting in emerging industries.
  3. Regional Development: Enhance local economic ecosystems by driving innovation and creating synergies across industries.

Conclusion

This study exemplifies the transformative potential of combining innovation, sustainability, and strategic leadership in the lithium battery industry. It underscores the role of green productivity in driving high-quality development and setting new benchmarks for the global energy transition.

📖 Read the full article (DOI): 10.13768/j.cnki.cn11-3793/f.2024.1214

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