内蒙古“以路治沙”加速延伸 今年已开工建设穿沙公路2316公里

Core Insights - The article discusses the development of sand-crossing roads in Inner Mongolia as a strategy for desertification control and ecological restoration, highlighting significant investments and progress in road construction and afforestation efforts [1][2][3] Group 1: Project Overview - The Changxing Sand-Crossing Road spans 120 kilometers along the southern bank of the old Yellow River, with 7,500 acres of artificial sand fixation completed and 12,000 acres of artificial shrubs planted this year [1] - The newly constructed Bayin-Pugebu Sand-Crossing Road in Ordos City features sand barriers and has planted 1,270 acres of sand barriers, 660,000 seedlings, and sown 4,000 kilograms of grass seeds [1] Group 2: Funding and Implementation - In 2023, the national government allocated 1.78 billion yuan for sand-crossing road construction, with an additional 440 million yuan from the autonomous region for desertification control projects [2] - By the end of October, 2,316 kilometers of sand-crossing roads had commenced construction, achieving 93% of the annual target and facilitating desertification control over 4.64 million acres [2] Group 3: Future Plans - A development plan for 2024-2030 aims to utilize sand-crossing roads as a key strategy for desertification control in the Horqin and Hunshandak sandy areas, with a target of constructing 2,230 kilometers of rural roads and controlling desertification over 1.53 million acres [3] - By 2030, the total planned construction of sand-crossing roads is expected to reach 8,593 kilometers, facilitating desertification control over 13.54 million acres [3] Group 4: Socioeconomic Impact - The construction of sand-crossing roads has improved access for 110 natural villages, benefiting approximately 2,000 households of farmers and herders, and enhancing the transportation conditions for 30 scenic spots in sandy areas [2] - The initiative aims to create a model of "road-based desertification control" that integrates road construction, ecological restoration, and economic development, contributing to a greener and more prosperous future for the region [3]