下好“一盘棋”落实生态保护补偿

Core Viewpoint - The recent issuance of the "Opinions on Further Improving the Horizontal Ecological Protection Compensation Mechanism" by the Ministry of Finance and other departments signifies a commitment to enhance ecological protection and promote high-quality development in river basins, addressing existing challenges in the compensation mechanism [1][2]. Group 1: Current Status and Challenges - 24 provinces in China have established cross-province ecological protection compensation mechanisms, but issues such as insufficient coordination, weak legal guarantees, and lack of social participation hinder the effectiveness of these mechanisms [1]. - The compensation process is not merely a financial transfer; it requires a unified governance system that integrates monitoring, law enforcement, and emergency response to ensure scientific and fair compensation agreements [1]. Group 2: Legal and Regulatory Framework - The existing ecological protection compensation regulations rely heavily on negotiations between local governments, which, while flexible, lack rigid constraints. There is a need for detailed regulations to clarify compensation standards, fund management, and the responsibilities of upstream and downstream local governments [2]. - Establishing clear rules and legal responsibilities is essential for ensuring that policies are effectively implemented and enforced [2]. Group 3: Engaging Social and Market Forces - The current reliance on government financial transfers for river basin protection limits the involvement of enterprises, social organizations, and the public. Innovative mechanisms are needed to mobilize market and social forces for ecological protection [2]. - Strategies such as enhancing the value realization of ecological products, promoting market transactions (e.g., carbon credits, water rights), and establishing green development funds can attract capital to eco-friendly industries [2]. - Expanding public participation and fostering a societal consensus on the value of ecology are crucial for sustaining long-term engagement in ecological protection efforts [2].