Economic Growth and Development - In the first quarter of 2025, Dongtou's GDP grew by 10.2% year-on-year, making it a typical case of "contributing more" to Zhejiang's industrial economy [1] - The completion rate of the "thousand projects worth trillions" investment in Dongtou ranks among the top in Zhejiang's mountainous island counties [1] Port and Marine Economy - The construction of the Zhejiang (East China) Deep Sea Wind Power Mother Port is underway, which will support the aggregation of leading companies in the offshore wind power industry [1] - The port area is enhancing its logistics system and has opened 17 near-ocean boutique shipping routes, with container throughput expected to exceed 1 million TEUs annually [1] - The export value of the new energy second-hand vehicle base increased by 51.5% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025 [1] Marine Ecological Innovation - The introduction of 30,000 Daichu fish fry into the "sonic wave marine ranch" demonstrates Dongtou's commitment to marine ecological protection and restoration [3] - The survival rate of wild-cultured fry has improved by over 60% compared to traditional methods, addressing the issue of fish species degradation [3] - Dongtou is actively promoting ecological governance and green industry development, including the protection and restoration of coastal ecosystems [3][4] Tourism and Cultural Integration - Dongtou has over 7,000 bed spaces in homestays, with an average income increase of 150,000 yuan per household [5] - The area received 1.127 million tourists in the first quarter of this year, with overnight visitor numbers increasing by 15.2% year-on-year [6] - The integration of international ecological tourism is transforming rural areas, with various new business models being developed [5][6]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the successful implementation of marine ecological restoration projects in Hainan Province, which have led to improved environmental conditions, increased tourism, and enhanced economic benefits for local communities [3][4][6]. Group 1: Marine Ecological Restoration in Laoshi Village - Laoshi Village in Danzhou City has transformed from an ecological and economic "double loss" situation to a thriving community through marine ecological restoration efforts initiated in 2020 [5][6]. - The restoration project included the recovery of salt fields and wetlands, as well as the dredging of degraded waterways, which has significantly improved the local ecological environment [5][6]. - The annual output value of the salt fields is approximately 2.4 million yuan, contributing to the village's economic growth and enhancing the quality of life for residents [6]. Group 2: Coral Reef Protection in Sanya - The Wuzhizhou Island tourism area has successfully integrated coral reef protection and restoration with economic development, achieving a sustainable "win-win" scenario [8][10]. - Since 2010, the area has implemented various measures, including regular marine debris cleanup and coral restoration, resulting in the repair of 53,000 coral plants and an increase in coral coverage from 15% to 37.08% [11]. - The tourism revenue in Wuzhizhou Island has grown from approximately 362 million yuan in 2019 to about 420 million yuan in 2023, demonstrating the economic benefits of ecological restoration [11]. Group 3: Mangrove Restoration in Waning - In Waning, the ecological restoration of mangroves has led to the purchase of carbon credits, with a price of 110 yuan per ton for 220 tons of carbon credits from the Xiaohai mangrove area [13]. - The local government has invested over 1 billion yuan in restoration efforts, including the removal of 8,693 acres of aquaculture ponds and the planting of 3,595 acres of mangroves, achieving a survival rate of over 90% [13][14]. - The restoration initiatives have significantly improved the water quality in the Xiaohai area, showcasing the economic value of marine ecological protection [13][14]. Group 4: Government Initiatives and Funding - Since 2019, a total of 3.3 billion yuan has been allocated by central and provincial governments for 29 marine ecological protection and restoration projects, leading to the cleaning and restoration of 152.33 kilometers of coastal areas [14]. - The Hainan Provincial Government has developed a comprehensive ecological restoration plan for 2021-2035, focusing on wetlands, mangroves, and coral reefs [14][15]. - Future efforts will continue to strengthen marine ecological restoration projects, emphasizing integrated land-sea management and enhancing ecological safety in Hainan Free Trade Port [15].