Core Viewpoint - The collaboration between China and Central Asian countries to address the ecological crisis of the Aral Sea is gaining attention, showcasing significant achievements in ecological governance and sustainable agricultural practices [3][7]. Group 1: Ecological Governance Initiatives - China and Central Asian countries have conducted joint scientific investigations and implemented various ecological projects, including saline-alkali land management and the establishment of water-saving cotton demonstration areas [3][6]. - The "Photovoltaic + Cotton Water and Fertilizer Integration" demonstration area in Uzbekistan has doubled cotton yields while significantly reducing costs and water usage through advanced irrigation and fertilization technologies [4][6]. Group 2: Technological Collaboration - The integration of Chinese photovoltaic panels and smart irrigation systems has led to an average cotton yield of 307 kg per mu in the demonstration area, which is substantially higher than the local average of 120 kg per mu, while water usage is approximately 70% of the local norm [6][7]. - The collaboration has provided a platform for technical exchanges between Chinese and Uzbek scientists, enhancing local capabilities in ecological governance [6][8]. Group 3: Regional Challenges and Responses - The Aral Sea, once the fourth largest lake in the world, has shrunk to about 10% of its original size due to human activities and climate change, leading to severe ecological consequences [4][7]. - The ecological crisis of the Aral Sea is a shared challenge for Central Asian countries, necessitating cooperative efforts for effective solutions [7][9]. Group 4: Future Prospects and International Cooperation - China has expressed willingness to deepen cooperation with Central Asian countries in addressing the Aral Sea ecological crisis, as highlighted during the first China-Central Asia Summit [7][9]. - The establishment of agricultural technology demonstration centers and platforms for bilateral agricultural cooperation is expected to enhance food production and promote sustainable agricultural practices in the region [8][9].

Group 1 - The event "Cross-Strait (Ningxia) Youth Yellow River Cultural Study Camp" was inaugurated in Yinchuan, with 40 Taiwanese university students participating in an 8-day exchange program [1][2] - The camp is organized by the All-China Federation of Taiwan Compatriots and aims to provide Taiwanese youth with a new perspective on the Yellow River, mainland China, and the history and reality of the Chinese nation [2] - Activities include a baseball game, campfire party, night market sightseeing, and film viewing, focusing on themes such as strengthening the sense of community among the Chinese nation, intangible cultural heritage experience, rural revitalization, and ecological governance [2][3] Group 2 - Taiwanese students engaged in friendly baseball matches with mainland students to enhance mutual understanding [3] - Participants experienced creating sand bottle art and golden silk sand paintings, with one student expressing a desire to take their artwork back to Taiwan as a souvenir [4] - The Taiwanese students will also visit cities like Wuzhong and Zhongwei in Ningxia to experience local history, cuisine, unique industries, and natural scenery, with desert sightseeing being a highly anticipated activity [4]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the successful ecological restoration efforts in the Taitema Lake area of Xinjiang, transforming a previously desolate region into a vibrant ecosystem through various environmental management strategies [1][2]. Group 1: Ecological Restoration Efforts - The Taitema Lake area, once a barren salt and alkali land, has been revitalized through a comprehensive ecological water diversion project initiated by the Chinese government in 2001, with a total investment of approximately 10.7 billion RMB [2]. - The vegetation coverage in the lower Tarim River has increased from over 830 square kilometers in 2000 to over 1,790 square kilometers in 2023, with the number of plant species rising from 7 to 26 [4]. - The implementation of a "dual-channel, multi-period, long-duration, small-flow" water diversion model has effectively replenished the fragile ecological areas and groundwater levels [2]. Group 2: Sand Control Initiatives - A "sand control and green protection" project is being executed in the eastern region of Taitema Lake, utilizing an "interval sand control" model that combines grass grids with high vertical sand barriers to mitigate wind damage and stabilize shifting sands [5][7]. - Local residents have reported that the sand control measures have significantly reduced the impact of wind and sand on wetlands and vegetation, leading to an increase in tourism [7]. - The region is exploring a "engineering + biological + sand industry" model for sand control, integrating the cultivation of economic plants like hawthorn and seabuckthorn to achieve both sand control and economic benefits [8][10].

Core Insights - The transformation of the reed resources in Wuliangsuhai has turned a previous ecological burden into a valuable green asset, contributing to local economic growth and ecological protection [1][3]. Group 1: Environmental Improvement - The ecological restoration project initiated in 2018, with an investment exceeding 5 billion yuan, has significantly improved the water quality and reduced pollution in Wuliangsuhai [2]. - The water quality in the lake has stabilized at Class V standards, with some areas even reaching Class IV standards [3]. Group 2: Economic Impact - The production of reed-based eco-friendly boards has led to a reduction of 1.2 to 1.4 tons of carbon emissions for every cubic meter produced, equating to the preservation of approximately 600,000 trees annually [1][2]. - In the first five months of the current year, the company produced 47,000 cubic meters of reed boards, consuming 56,000 tons of reeds and generating sales revenue of over 60 million yuan [2]. Group 3: Employment Opportunities - The development of the reed board industry has created over 150 job opportunities, enhancing the local economy while achieving ecological benefits [3]. Group 4: Biodiversity and Ecosystem - The improved ecological environment has attracted more migratory birds to Wuliangsuhai, which now serves as a habitat for various species, enhancing local biodiversity [3].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the successful implementation of desertification control projects in Alxa, Inner Mongolia, particularly the "Nine Trees" project, which aims to combat sand encroachment and restore ecological balance in the region [1][3]. Group 1: Project Overview - The "Nine Trees" project is a key part of the "Three-North" shelterbelt program, focusing on ecological restoration in the Alxa region, which is strategically located between the Badain Jaran and Tengger deserts [1][3]. - The project employs a method combining "grass grid sand barriers" and drought-resistant plant cultivation to enhance soil structure and combat wind erosion [3]. Group 2: Achievements and Goals - Over the past decade, the project has successfully completed ecological construction tasks covering 532.6 million mu (approximately 35.5 million hectares) [5]. - In 2023, the Alxa League aims to complete an additional 470 million mu of ecological restoration, focusing on creating protective belts along the borders with Ningxia and Gansu provinces [5]. Group 3: Community Involvement - The project encourages local farmers and herders to participate through labor employment and equipment leasing, with 305 million mu of the annual target already completed, representing 65% of the goal [5].

Core Insights - Shaanxi province is focusing on the construction of sedimentation dams as a key strategy to address ecological and developmental challenges in the Loess Plateau region, achieving significant ecological, economic, and social benefits over decades [1][2] Group 1: Sedimentation Dams Construction - Sedimentation dams are crucial for soil and water conservation, improving the ecological environment, and enhancing agricultural output, thereby increasing income for local communities [1] - The provincial government has established a coordinated mechanism for sedimentation dam construction, ensuring clear responsibilities and collaboration among various departments [1] - Shaanxi emphasizes unified planning to control sediment flow into the Yellow River, focusing on areas with high sediment concentration and employing a small watershed approach for systematic dam construction [1] Group 2: Project Management and Technological Support - The province treats sedimentation dam construction as a long-term project, enhancing project management to ensure quality and accountability throughout all phases, from design to completion [1] - There is a strong emphasis on technological support, including collaboration with research institutions and universities to promote new construction techniques and materials [1] Group 3: Management and Maintenance - Shaanxi is implementing a "four-in-one" service team management mechanism for dam maintenance, which includes technical guidance at the county level, emergency response at the town level, inspection at the village level, and voluntary maintenance at the group level [2] - The province is enhancing monitoring capabilities by installing monitoring facilities at key sedimentation dams and promoting smart and information-based supervision [2] Group 4: Comprehensive Utilization and Economic Development - The province is deepening the comprehensive utilization of sedimentation dams by enhancing land resource reserves, promoting multi-crop agriculture, and encouraging the cultivation of economic crops such as apples and cherries [2] - There is a focus on developing eco-tourism and related industries, as well as utilizing non-flood season water storage to address water supply issues in arid areas [2] - By the end of 2024, Shaanxi aims to have built 35,000 sedimentation dams, accounting for 58.6% of the national total, with significant achievements in sediment retention and agricultural production [2]

Core Viewpoint - The "Three North" project in Inner Mongolia represents a significant ecological transformation, turning desert areas into green zones and enhancing local livelihoods through innovative environmental management practices [1][13]. Group 1: Ecological Transformation - Inner Mongolia, covering 12% of China's land, plays a crucial role in combating desertification and ensuring ecological security for regions like Beijing and Tianjin [1]. - The "Three North" project has successfully transformed areas from "sand encroachment" to "green advancement," showcasing a commitment to ecological restoration [1][2]. - The implementation of a "sand control + photovoltaic" model has led to a 30% reduction in desertification severity over 2.2 million acres [2]. Group 2: Economic Benefits - The integration of ecological restoration with economic development has resulted in increased incomes for local herders, with average annual income rising by 15,000 yuan per person [3]. - The establishment of ecological economic forests has generated significant agricultural outputs, such as 100,000 pounds of jujube fruit annually from newly planted areas [2]. - The promotion of sustainable practices, such as the cultivation of medicinal herbs and eco-tourism, has led to a 40% increase in income for local households [3]. Group 3: Technological Innovations - The shift from manual labor to mechanized operations in desert management has improved efficiency, with new machines achieving up to 20 times the productivity of traditional methods [7][9]. - The use of smart irrigation systems and real-time monitoring has transformed water management in agricultural practices, enhancing crop yields and reducing water wastage [5][6]. - The development of a "sky-ground integrated" monitoring system allows for precise tracking of ecological restoration efforts, ensuring effective management of resources [9]. Group 4: Sustainable Practices in Pastoralism - The transition from overgrazing to balanced grazing practices has improved grassland health, with vegetation coverage increasing by 7% over five years [12]. - The adoption of modern ranching techniques, such as rotational grazing and reduced livestock numbers, has led to significant cost savings and improved pasture quality [10][11]. - The establishment of modern pastoral zones has enabled 30% of herders to increase their income through sustainable livestock management [12].

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转自：草原云 "沙上房顶住不成，十年种地九年空，家家户户往外逃，黄沙漫漫无影踪。刮得沙山没了顶，刮得沟壑 填了个平，刮得碾盘翻烧饼，刮得碌碡耍流星。"这首流传于鄂尔多斯市达拉特旗的民歌，是群众对库 布其黄沙肆虐的形象描述。 蒙西基地 库布其200万千瓦光伏治沙项目。（资料图） 库布其沙漠东西直线长400公里，南北平均宽40公里，如一条黄龙蜿蜒横卧在鄂尔多斯高原脊线北部、 黄河南岸，与九曲黄河并行。历史上，库布其沙漠以每年10米的速度持续北侵，极端年份向黄河输沙量 高达1.6亿吨，严重危及黄河安澜。 仲夏时节，一场喜雨过后，记者乘车顺着沿黄公路由准格尔旗向杭锦旗一路西行。放眼望去，一行行高 大的树木在风中摇曳生姿，绵延的网格沙障延伸到天际，成片的沙柳和柠条等固沙植物高低错落、吐出 油绿的新芽。眼前这条将沙漠与黄河隔开的"绿色长城"，就是库布其沙漠北缘锁边林带。 在杭锦旗独贵塔拉镇，敖特更花带着治沙工人团队正用"微创气流植树法"和"螺旋钻孔植树法"栽种沙 柳。"以前人工挖坑种树，一天种不了几棵，现在用这新技术，效率提高十倍。"敖特更花擦着汗笑着 说。 达拉特旗 沿黄公路左侧是库布其沙漠北缘锁边林带，右前方是光伏治 ...