Core Viewpoint - The article discusses Jiangsu's innovative approaches to water conservation amidst its inherent water resource scarcity, focusing on technological and institutional advancements to enhance water efficiency and sustainability [1]. Group 1: Water Supply Network Management - Jiangsu is implementing strict measures to control water supply network leakage, with over 8,000 kilometers of pipeline upgrades completed since the 14th Five-Year Plan [2]. - The goal is to reduce the urban public water supply network leakage rate to below 7.5% by 2024 [2]. - The city of Suqian has developed a smart water management platform that utilizes IoT devices for real-time monitoring, significantly improving leak detection and repair times, reducing average response time from 9 hours to 6 hours [2][3]. Group 2: Sponge City Construction - The construction of sponge cities is a key strategy for improving rainwater collection and utilization, with 1,963.99 square kilometers of sponge city area established, accounting for 35.48% of Jiangsu's urban built-up area by the end of 2024 [4]. - The sponge city initiative aims to enhance urban infrastructure and promote efficient water resource use, with projects including rainwater collection facilities in new commercial and residential buildings [4][5]. - The implementation of sponge city concepts is expected to alleviate urban flooding and improve water quality in rivers and lakes [5]. Group 3: Wastewater Reuse - The city of Jurong has successfully integrated wastewater reuse with river water quality improvement, injecting 25,000 tons of treated water daily into the Yuqing River, enhancing its ecological health [6]. - The province is promoting the use of reclaimed water from sewage treatment plants, with a projected urban reclaimed water utilization rate of approximately 29% by 2024 [7]. - Efforts are being made to prioritize the use of reclaimed water for landscaping and road maintenance, reducing reliance on potable water [7].

央视网消息：吉林长春的南溪湿地公园紧邻居民区和商业区，每到周末，会有数以万计的游人到这里休闲度假。 温暖和煦的天气吸引了近2万游客来此处游玩，绿地上已支起了几百顶花花绿绿的帐篷，这里是公园专门规划的帐篷营地。到了夜 晚，湖中央喷泉还将上演音乐秀和水幕电影，不少人都冲着这场视听盛宴，来享受亲水时光。 这个时节的南溪湿地，尽管植被还没有达到繁茂的状态，但一簇簇新绿更能让人感受到蓬勃生机。占地240多公顷的湿地公园是2017 年建成的，由蝶湖、莲湖、映云湾等6部分水体组成。从空中看，星罗棋布的水体如同镶嵌在城市里的一颗颗"宝石"。君子湖是游客 亲水游玩的热门区域，有游客在湖面划船。在稍远一点的区域，还可以体验到帆船、皮划艇等水上运动。 值得一提的是，尽管这是一块被居民区和商业区包围的湿地，但人与自然和谐共生的环境，使这里每到春夏时节，都会吸引像白 鹭、鹊鸭等30多种鸟类前来此栖息、繁衍。这些灵动的小家伙们更为湿地增添了灵气，平时不少老年摄影爱好者回来蹲守拍照。 这项工程就是启动于2016年的伊通河综合治理工程。通过吉林一号卫星拍摄的影像可以看到，这是2016年7月的伊通河，河面上遍布 着的刺眼的绿色物质，是当时黑臭 ...

Core Points - The renovation of the Xiatang River ecological corridor has transformed it into a vibrant recreational area, featuring clear water, green banks, beautiful scenery, and a joyful atmosphere for residents [2][3] - Over 200 new trees, including cherry blossoms, peach trees, and crabapple trees, have been planted along the river, enhancing the aesthetic appeal and creating a picturesque environment [2] - The upgraded 4.5-kilometer permeable asphalt walkway provides an excellent path for walking and jogging, with features like embedded glow stones and a rainwater drainage system [2] - Seven "water-friendly points" have been established along a 200-meter section of the corridor, offering picnic spots and children's play areas that incorporate traditional cultural elements [3] - The overall goal of the renovation is to reconnect the river with the community, creating a "big garden" for residents to enjoy [3]

中新网扬州5月3日电 （吴雪瑶 吴矜行）今年"五一"假期，刚刚在3月建成开园的扬州"运河十里"项 目示范段吸引了大量市民游客打卡，成为当地民众休闲、带娃的新去处。至目前，超3万人次前来打 卡"运河十里"项目示范段。 今年3月建成开园的"运河十里"项目示范段已成为当地民众休闲、带娃的新去处。 崔佳明 摄 有着2500多年建城史的扬州是一座与大运河同生共长的历史文化名城，是大运河的原点城市。大运 河作为扬州市重要的活态文化遗产，运河水系的每一次开发与更新都承载着不同的时代诉求与使 命。"运河十里"项目位于扬州京杭大运河段，东至京杭路，西至运河快速路，南至开发路，北至古运 河，规划面积约6.85平方公里。项目充分尊重场地现状，坚持"还河于民、还景于民"，秉承自然、经济 原则，精心打造自然生态的亲水平台、绿道长廊，将滨水空间开放让市民共享，让运河两岸成为百姓家 门口的"会客厅"。 5月3日，扬州市民举家在"运河十里"撑起帐篷，围坐烧烤，喝茶聊天，享受阳光和微风。 崔佳明 摄 漫步在"运河十里"，绿意盎然，花团锦簇，市民在林荫道中散步，不时停下脚步打卡欣赏.......当地 不少民众举家在这里撑起帐篷，围坐烧烤，喝茶聊 ...