Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the successful implementation of ecological protection measures in Sichuan, showcasing significant improvements in water quality and biodiversity, as well as innovative legal frameworks for environmental governance [1][4]. Group 1: Water Quality Improvement - The water quality of the Jinjiang River has improved from a poor level (Class V) to a good level (Class III and above) over the past several years, with a current excellent rate of 100% [2]. - The ecological restoration efforts have led to an increase in fish species in the Jinjiang River from 23 to 49 since the beginning of the 13th Five-Year Plan [2]. - In the Xilong Lake area, water quality has improved from Class IV in 2017 to Class III and II in some areas, with aquatic plant coverage increasing from 5.28% to 75.3% [2]. Group 2: Water Source Protection - In Luzhou, the drinking water source protection area has implemented 45 high-definition monitoring devices linked to law enforcement, enhancing the safety of local drinking water [3]. - The water quality in the protected area is maintained at Class II, ensuring the safety of local residents' water supply [3]. Group 3: Legal Framework and Governance - The establishment of the Chengdu Environmental Resource Court has led to the acceptance of 319 environmental resource cases, promoting judicial fairness and balance in sentencing for environmental crimes [5]. - The court has introduced innovative practices such as "wildlife rehabilitation" and established a climate change judicial response research center, extending legal protection to the entire ecological restoration process [6]. - Sichuan has pioneered a collaborative legal framework for cross-province river basin governance, exemplified by the joint decision-making model for the protection of the Chishui River [6]. Group 4: Economic and Cultural Development - The number of fish species in the Yibin section of the Yangtze River has increased from 48 to 92 since the fishing ban, indicating a successful ecological recovery [8]. - Yibin is developing a complete bamboo industry chain, with 334,000 acres of bamboo forests contributing to both ecological protection and economic growth, providing jobs for 150,000 people and increasing farmers' annual income by 3,200 yuan [9].