余村潘家兄弟二十年：壮大“美丽经济”

Core Viewpoint - The transformation of Yucun village from a mining-based economy to an eco-tourism model illustrates the principle that "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets" [4][10]. Group 1: Historical Context - Yucun village, located in Anji County, Zhejiang, was heavily reliant on mining and cement production, leading to environmental degradation and safety hazards for workers [4][5]. - The village's collective income plummeted from 3 million yuan to 200,000 yuan after the closure of three mines and one cement factory between 2003 and 2005 [4]. Group 2: Transition to Eco-Tourism - The village began to focus on environmental restoration and eco-tourism starting in 2006, leading to the recovery of damaged landscapes and the establishment of tourism facilities [6][10]. - The local economy shifted from mining to tourism, with villagers starting businesses such as homestays and recreational activities, resulting in a significant increase in per capita income to nearly 50,000 yuan by 2019, more than five times the income in 2005 [7][10]. Group 3: Government Support and Vision - The visit of Xi Jinping in 2005 emphasized the importance of sustainable development and the need to prioritize ecological health over traditional economic models [4][8]. - Xi's subsequent visit in 2020 reaffirmed the success of Yucun's green development strategy, encouraging villagers to further convert ecological benefits into economic and social gains [8][10]. Group 4: Community and Economic Development - The concept of "Big Yucun" emerged, promoting resource sharing and collaboration among 23 villages to enhance tourism and economic growth [10]. - New businesses and startups have been attracted to the area, leveraging its natural beauty and infrastructure, with over 1,200 young entrepreneurs moving to the region [10][11].