新疆布尔津县：生态修复与价值变现相得益彰

Core Viewpoint - The transformation of the livestock industry in the Altay region of Xinjiang is crucial for ecological restoration and economic development, balancing environmental protection with the livelihoods of local herders [4][5][9]. Group 1: Ecological and Economic Initiatives - The Buerjin County has implemented various ecological protection projects, including returning pastures to grassland, resting and banning grazing, and developing grassland carbon sinks, leading to a green development path [4][5]. - The county has a total of 10.15 million acres of natural grassland, with 8.2 million acres available for development, which is essential for sustainable livestock farming [5]. - The government has adopted measures such as balancing livestock and grassland, reducing livestock numbers, and providing ecological rewards to protect and restore the environment [6][9]. Group 2: Livestock Industry Transformation - The county has shifted from traditional livestock farming to a new model of "warm-season grazing and cold-season feeding," improving the economic situation of herders [6][9]. - In 2022, Buerjin County was included in the national pilot program for grassland livestock industry transformation, and in 2023, it was recognized as one of the 15 demonstration counties for this transformation [6][9]. Group 3: Carbon Sink Development - The Xinjiang Development and Reform Commission secured 215 million yuan in central budget investment to support livestock industry transformation projects in Buerjin County and four other counties [10]. - Buerjin County has initiated carbon sink development, converting ecological value into economic benefits, with the first carbon trading project generating 67,000 tons of carbon credits and revenue of 19.765 million yuan [10]. - The VCS carbon sink project is expected to produce approximately 8 million tons of carbon credits over a 40-year period, with a static total revenue of about 280 million yuan [10].