“两山”理念的核电实践：清洁能源绘就生态画卷

Core Viewpoint - China’s nuclear power industry is committed to sustainable development and environmental protection, integrating the "Two Mountains" concept into its operations and promoting a new public communication model focused on "co-governance, co-existence, and co-prosperity" [1] Group 1: Environmental Impact and Contributions - Nuclear energy is a strategic choice for achieving carbon neutrality, with a carbon footprint of only 6.5 grams CO₂/kWh, making it the lowest among energy sources [1] - Since the 21st century, global nuclear power has avoided 30 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions, providing a quarter of the world's clean electricity [1] - China's operational nuclear power units have contributed over 19.5 trillion kWh of clean electricity, equivalent to reducing coal consumption by approximately 590 million tons and cutting CO₂ emissions by 1.55 billion tons [1] Group 2: Innovative Applications of Nuclear Energy - China’s nuclear power is exploring "nuclear energy +" applications, integrating nuclear energy with other industries for low-carbon development [2] - The first nuclear heating project in southern China, launched in 2021, provides zero-carbon heating to 4,000 households, reducing CO₂ emissions by 24,000 tons annually [2] - The Jiangsu nuclear steam supply project will provide 4.8 million tons of industrial steam annually, reducing coal consumption by 400,000 tons and cutting CO₂ emissions by 1.07 million tons [2] Group 3: Ecological Restoration and Biodiversity - The company integrates biodiversity protection into its development strategy, conducting long-term conservation efforts for aquatic and terrestrial species [6] - A photovoltaic project in Gansu has reduced coal consumption by 47,000 tons and CO₂ emissions by over 120,000 tons annually, while also aiding ecological restoration [4] - Innovative construction methods at nuclear projects have minimized environmental impact, ensuring the protection of local ecosystems [6] Group 4: Community Development and Economic Benefits - The partnership between the Sanmen Nuclear Power Plant and Sanhe Village has led to the development of a zero-carbon economy, significantly increasing the village's collective income [8] - The village's ecological aquaculture project generates surplus electricity, providing additional income and supporting local economic growth [9] - Investments in sustainable agriculture and renewable energy have transformed the village's economy, demonstrating the synergy between environmental sustainability and economic prosperity [9]