AEC's Supply Chain and Sustainability Community facilitates smooth communication among over 300 sustainability leaders from upstream and downstream industries worldwide, driving sustainable services for business growth. We believe that sustainability will lead to clear blue skies, mitigate extreme weather, and make our planet more sustainable. At the same time, we believe that sustainable businesses are the cornerstone of future human society, and their critical role in supporting business growth cannot be overstated. Currently, the companies represented by sustainability leaders in our community include sectors such as automotive and transportation, energy and power, electronics and home appliances, industrial manufacturing, food and beverage, consumer goods, and communication technology, with participants from countries including Germany, the United States, France, Sweden, the Netherlands, South Korea, the United Kingdom, Japan, and more.Core issues addressed by the community:· Large forums and summits provide extensive analysis of policies and materials related to climate and human aspects, but sustainability leaders in large corporations face inefficiencies in resolving detailed issues during practical implementation.· Most large Chinese enterprises are chain leaders globally and have overseas factories. Barriers of language, nationality, and culture hinder smooth communication for sustainability professionals.· While upstream and downstream businesses are closely linked commercially, sustainability leaders on both sides lack effective communication channels regarding sustainability goals, action paths, execution methods, and future assessments.· As communication on sustainability between upstream and downstream becomes less smooth, both sides are more likely to view sustainability as a cost. Conversely, when communication is smoother, both parties are more inclined to see sustainability as a contributor to sustainable growth.