黄河流域再度横向“赌水” 区域协同治理格局初步形成

Core Viewpoint - The signing of the horizontal ecological compensation agreement among Henan, Shanxi, and Shaanxi marks a significant step towards establishing a collaborative governance framework for the Yellow River basin, enhancing inter-provincial cooperation in ecological protection [1][2]. Summary by Relevant Sections Agreement Details - The agreement specifies that the Fenglingdu Bridge national control section will serve as the compensation reference point, with Shanxi and Shaanxi each bearing 50% of the responsibility [1]. - Compensation standards are based on water quality categories and indices, with specific financial implications tied to the water quality status [2]. Financial Implications - If the annual water quality at the Fenglingdu Bridge is classified as Category II, there will be no compensation between upstream and downstream provinces. If classified as Category I, Henan will compensate Shanxi and Shaanxi 60 million yuan. For each deterioration in water quality category, Shanxi and Shaanxi will compensate Henan 60 million yuan [2]. - Monthly compensation based on water quality index changes is also established, with Henan compensating 50,000 yuan for each percentage point decrease in key pollutants compared to the previous year, and vice versa for increases, with a monthly cap of 2 million yuan [2]. Significance of the Agreement - This agreement is viewed as a breakthrough in the construction of the horizontal ecological protection compensation mechanism for the Yellow River basin, promoting shared responsibilities and collaborative governance among the provinces [2]. - Experts believe that despite differing governance focuses, the Yellow River basin functions as an organic whole, and this agreement exemplifies the initial formation of a governance model that emphasizes shared ecological benefits and responsibilities [2].