守护“中华水塔” 筑就生态高地

Group 1 - The ecological system of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is diverse yet fragile, necessitating a focus on ecological protection and maximizing ecological functions [3][4][5] - Qinghai is a resource-rich province with significant responsibilities for national ecological security and sustainable development, particularly in protecting the source of the Yangtze, Yellow, and Lancang rivers [4][6] - The development of circular economy is essential for improving resource utilization efficiency while maintaining ecological balance, particularly in the context of salt lake resource development [10][11] Group 2 - The Chaka Salt Lake is a major strategic resource for Qinghai, with a total area of 5,856 square kilometers and a total salt resource reserve of 60 billion tons, making it the largest salt lake in China [10][11] - Qinghai's potassium fertilizer production is projected to reach 7.49 million tons in 2024, reflecting a growth of 4.8%, while lithium carbonate production is expected to reach 135,000 tons, a 22.3% increase [12] - The Maerdang Hydropower Station has implemented fish passage devices to protect biodiversity and has released 310,000 fish since its construction, contributing to the ecological balance of the Yellow River basin [12] Group 3 - The development of the circular economy in Qinghai includes various industries such as salt lake chemicals, oil and gas chemicals, and new materials, all emphasizing low carbon emissions [16] - The establishment of a zero-carbon industry park in Golmud is aimed at enhancing the green development of the local economy, with a focus on wind and solar energy solutions [17] - The integration of advanced technologies in the lead smelting project in the Chaka Salt Lake area demonstrates a commitment to environmental protection and resource recycling [15]