The first rebel of the Tang Dynasty

With the help of Shengtang Group, the factory continued production as scheduled and its efficiency kept up. However, problems also emerged. Some citizens directly complained to Li Shimin, saying that the cement factory had seriously affected their lives.

Li Shimin attached great importance to this matter.

And he was unhappy in Tai Chi Palace.

Because this is a sequelae of development.

As the scale of factory production expanded, some problems gradually emerged.

Just when he was depressed.

Queen Changsun walked towards him.

"Your Majesty, you are not very happy today. What's wrong?" Queen Changsun asked.

Li Shimin said with a sad face: "Hey, since yesterday, many people have complained to me, claiming that the cement plant has had a serious impact on their living environment. The waste gas, dust and noise emitted by the cement plant have made them miserable. , the quality of life has been seriously affected. I know very well that these problems not only affect the lives of the people, but are also related to the sustainable development of the country. I must find a solution to the problem as soon as possible and give the people a clean and peaceful living environment."

"Cement factory?" Queen Changsun's face was full of doubts.

"Yes, cement factories." Li Shimin's face became increasingly serious, "Those factories that produce materials needed for highways and cross-sea bridges. A few days ago, these factories have been improved due to some substandard problems. Unexpectedly , something like this happened again recently. Is this the price we must pay for development?" Li Shimin's tone was full of helplessness and pain.

He continued: "I have been thinking about how our development should balance the relationship between economic growth and environmental protection. These cement plants have contributed to the country's infrastructure construction, but at the same time they have also brought harm to people's lives. I am troubled. I cannot ignore the voice of the people and must find a way to solve this problem."

Li Shimin's vision is firm and decisive. He knows that solving this problem is not easy, but he is determined to seek the welfare of the people and find a feasible way for the sustainable development of the country.

Regarding this matter, Li Shimin was very concerned because he received a complaint early in the morning. Although he knew that the cement plant was very important to the development of Datang, he also understood that the citizens' demands were reasonable.

So, he has been thinking about how to solve this problem.

"Why don't we ask people from the Shengtang Group to come over and ask their opinions? After all, they invented this thing and they should know how to deal with it." Queen Changsun suggested.

Li Shimin nodded and responded: "That's what I meant. All of this was done by the Shengtang Group, so I think it is necessary to let them come over!"

"Yes, I think so too." Empress Changsun agreed.

"Come here, send a message to the Shengtang Group and let them come to the palace to have an audience." Li Shimin said to the eunuch beside him.

"Your Majesty, who from the Shengtang Group do you want to enter the palace?" the eunuch asked.

After Li Shimin thought for a moment, he said: "Let Wei Zheng enter the palace."

At this time, it was rumored that Wei Zheng had entered the palace. His mood was completely different from his previous state of mind. A strange feeling came to Li Shimin's heart.

This made Queen Changsun feel a little surprised.

"Your Majesty, if Wei Zheng is allowed to enter the palace, the relationship between you and him..."

Her meaning was obvious, that she was worried that Li Shimin and Wei Zheng might feel embarrassed after meeting.

In fact, Li Shimin also had the same worries.

"It may indeed be a little embarrassing, but Wei Zheng is responsible for this matter. What can I do if I don't see him? Only he can decide how to handle this matter. We can't let Li Min enter the palace, right? And that kid is not here either. Chang’an, we can’t see him either!”

Li Shimin said this, but actually he himself didn't want to see Li Min.

In comparison, Wei Zheng is more suitable.

Therefore, he would rather choose to meet Wei Zheng than Li Min. After all, Li Min might not be jealous of him, but Wei Zheng would not be like that.

After all, Wei Zheng is still in Chang'an City, and he has to rely on himself to survive.

"Yes! If you say so, then it is indeed the case." Empress Changsun agreed.

"Okay, come here, convey my order to let Wei Zheng enter the palace. Let's talk about some things about the cement factory, and ask him to bring more people into the palace. I have something to tell him!"

"Yes! Your Majesty!" The eunuch took the order and left.

About half an hour later, Wei Zheng walked into the palace with more than ten people. At this time, Wei Zheng looked around, everything seemed so familiar. When some people saw Wei Zheng, they thought he was returning to the palace as an official. However, seeing so many people from the Shengtang Group following him, everyone changed their minds. If Wei Zheng had returned to the palace from the Shengtang Group to serve as an official, the ostentation should not have been so grand, and there would be no need to bring so many people. The emperor must have called him back, so everyone was very polite to Wei Zheng.

When Wei Zheng walked into Tai Chi Palace, his eyes first fell on Li Shimin and Queen Changsun. He saluted the two of them respectfully to show respect for the royal family.

Li Shimin asked bluntly: "Wei Zheng, do you know about the pollution from the cement plant?"

Wei Zheng replied calmly: "Your Majesty, I have heard a little bit about it. The cement factory is owned by the imperial court, and there is no such problem in the Shengtang Group's cement factory."

Li Shimin looked slightly embarrassed, because this was a matter of the imperial cement factory and had nothing to do with the Shengtang Group where Wei Zheng worked. However, now that he has summoned Wei Zheng into the palace, he must solve this problem.

Li Shimin coughed and tried to cover up his embarrassment. He continued: "I know, that's why I asked you to come to the palace to discuss. I hope you can provide some solutions to solve this problem."

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Wei Zheng agreed.

He thought to himself that Li Shimin could only find himself to deal with this matter, and there was probably no one in the entire Tang Dynasty who could help him deal with this matter.

Next, Li Shimin began to say: "Okay, I have something to say about the cement factory, please listen."

Then, Li Shimin began to talk endlessly about the cement factory, as well as the people's suggestions on the pollution problem of the cement factory, and everyone's dissatisfaction.

He spoke very carefully and said everything the people said.

This is indeed the case regarding this matter.

As for Wei Zheng, he brought the executives of Shengtang Group and the heads of relevant departments. After listening to what Li Shimin said, they also put forward their opinions.

It is indeed difficult to solve this matter. All this still depends on Li Shimin's intention.

After all, this kind of pollution is not something that happens in a day or two, and it is even more difficult to completely solve it.

So, they had a heated discussion with Li Shimin.

But everything is still dominated by Li Shimin, and no one dares to say too much.

Finally, Li Shimin said: "With regard to strengthening the environmental protection management of cement plants, some policies must be formulated to reduce the emission of noise, dust and waste gas. At the same time, relevant departments must also strengthen the supervision and management of cement plants to ensure the operation of the plants Meets requirements.”

These are the demands of the people.

At that moment, Wei Zheng and the people who came with him immediately formulated a detailed plan, including measures to reduce noise generation, control dust emissions, and optimize exhaust gas treatment. At the same time, they also stated that they would strengthen the construction and management of wastewater treatment facilities to ensure that wastewater is properly treated before being discharged into the environment.

In this regard, Li Shimin said: "Tell me what to do specifically and where to start?"

At this time, Wei Zheng said: "There are several specific aspects, and they must be carried out simultaneously. Only then can we solve it."

After Li Shimin heard this, he asked: "Okay, you say it! Tell me what method you have."

Wei Zheng took the order.

Then he said: "First, strengthen the setting of regulations. The court should increase law enforcement to ensure that cement plants strictly abide by Datang and local environmental protection regulations. Those who violate regulations should be punished in accordance with the law and publicly exposed to bring about consequences. To serve as a warning. Of course, in the future, not only cement plants but also many large plants will have laws and regulations.

Second, promote cleaner production technology. Shengtang Group now has a lot of new energy sources that can be used. We also optimize production processes to reduce the generation of waste gas, waste water, and waste residue. Of course, the court could provide financial support and tax incentives to encourage cement plants to adopt cleaner production technologies. "When it came to the second point, Li Shimin knew that he would have to spend money again.

And this time a lot of money was spent. Shengtang Group's intervention basically costs money. If you don't spend money, you really can't handle these things.

But things are like this now, everything costs money, and it really can’t be done without spending money.

But Li Shimin didn't say anything.

Just listening quietly, he didn't know that the next situation was not optimistic, and Shengtang Group wanted more money.

Wei Zheng went on to say: "We also need to strengthen waste gas control and require cement plants to install efficient waste gas treatment facilities, such as dust collectors, desulfurization and denitrification equipment, etc., to ensure that waste gas emissions comply with Datang standards. At the same time, waste gas emissions should be monitored regularly, Make sure the facility is functioning properly."

When he said this, Li Shimin's expression was wrong again.

So is this asking for money again?

Shengtang Group really cannot do without money.

Regarding this point, Li Shimin's mood is complicated.

Letting them come was the solution to the problem, but they kept trying to make him spend money, which made him feel so wronged.

But I have to spend it.

"Okay, then go on."

"Yes, Your Majesty, this is the price of development. When development occurs, some costs must be sacrificed, such as the cost of the environment. If we don't do it well before, it will be more difficult in the future."

"Okay, go ahead and talk." Li Shimin said again.

"Yes! So what time will we talk about next time? That's not important. What happens next..."

Wei Zheng looked at the content on the paper and said: "The next point is to strengthen wastewater management. Each cement plant should establish a complete wastewater treatment system to ensure that the wastewater meets the standards after treatment. The waste residue generated should be Carry out harmless treatment or resource utilization to avoid harm to the environment and human health. Of course, everything Shengtang Group does has this aspect. I asked the court to check it, and it was not found, so this must also be done. good!"

Speaking of the imperial court again, I felt that the imperial court was not ready yet, which made Li Shimin feel very bad.

But it’s not easy to have an attack.

"Okay, go on, I'll have someone take care of it later."

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

"Next, we need to implement noise control, requiring cement plants to take effective noise control measures, such as using low-noise equipment, building sound insulation barriers, etc., to reduce the impact of noise on surrounding residents. Shengtang Group also has these things..." When Wei Zheng said this, he stopped talking because he felt that Li Shimin was going to kill someone.

He kept talking about the imperial court.

Shengtang Group does everything well.

This made Li Shimin very unhappy.

Wei Zheng did not bother him anymore, but said: "We must also strengthen information disclosure and public participation. The court should regularly publish environmental protection information of cement plants, including emission data, governance measures, etc., and accept public supervision. At the same time, the public should be encouraged to participate in environmental protection." activities to increase public awareness and participation in environmental protection.

The other step is to establish an environmental protection credit system. The imperial court can establish an environmental protection credit system.

Finally, carry out environmental protection science publicity. The court can carry out environmental protection science publicity activities to popularize environmental protection knowledge to the public and improve the public's environmental awareness and awareness of cement plant pollution. Let the people know these things. "

"Your method is very good, I agree!" Li Shimin said.

So he agreed.

But then I also know how much it will cost.

Queen Changsun just listened and said nothing.

"Yes, then we need to spend some money. Who will the common people look for then?"

"You go to the Minister of Household Affairs, by the way, I will have someone contact you." Li Shimin said again.

"Yes, if there is nothing else, Cao Min will leave first."

Wei Zheng didn't want to stay any longer.

So he wants to leave.

"Wait!" Li Shimin stopped Wei Zheng.

"Your Majesty, what else can you do?"

"What do you think about these factories?"

"Your Majesty, do you want to listen to my advice?"

"Yes, I'll just listen to your advice."

"Build all factories farther away. The current factories are still a little closer to residential areas." Wei Zheng said.

"Yes, I also have this idea, but those factories have been built, and there seems to be no need to rebuild them."

"If you don't move now, the people will still find you in the future." Wei Zheng said.

But Li Shimin didn't believe it.

"Once you release these few contents, the people will not be dissatisfied."

Li Shimin didn't take it seriously. He felt that the people would not be like that.

But in fact, that may not be the case.

Wei Zheng had no choice. He knew that Li Shimin would not listen to him. In this case, if he didn't listen, he wouldn't listen, and he wouldn't care so much.

"Yes, then if there is nothing else, I will leave first."

Wei Zheng said.

In this case, he doesn't care so much.

"Go!"

Li Shimin said so.

Then, Wei Zheng left Tai Chi Palace.

After he left Tai Chi Palace.

Someone got in touch with him and started implementing the plan. (End of chapter)