Core Insights - The transformation of the Keshiketeng Banner from a desert area to a green landscape is attributed to the integration of photovoltaic (PV) technology with ecological restoration efforts [2][3] Group 1: Ecological Restoration and Renewable Energy - The region's vast desert and arid land are being utilized for solar energy generation, referred to as "planting the sun" in the desert [3] - The installation of PV panels not only generates electricity but also stabilizes the soil by reducing wind speed and preventing erosion, allowing for the cultivation of drought-resistant plants [3][4] - The "shade effect" of the PV panels can reduce surface water evaporation by 20% to 30% [4] Group 2: Project Development and Economic Impact - In 2023, a development agreement was signed for a wind and solar integration project with a total capacity of 3 million kilowatts, including 1.4 million kilowatts of wind power and 1.6 million kilowatts of solar power [4] - The first phase includes a 300,000-kilowatt solar project and a 200,000-kilowatt wind project, with plans to complete sand control over 135,000 acres by 2024 [4] - The "agriculture-solar complementary" model is being developed, utilizing the land between PV panels to grow high-quality forage, expected to produce 7,000 tons of dry grass annually [4] Group 3: Community Benefits and Wildlife Conservation - Compensation for land acquisition in the region amounts to 6.1 million yuan, benefiting local herders significantly [5] - Local employment opportunities are created through the PV project, with workers earning approximately 300 yuan per day [5] - The installation of bird-friendly structures on power lines has improved the habitat for local bird species, promoting ecological balance [6]
在沙地里“追风逐日”：从“金色沙海”到“绿色蓝海”