Core Viewpoint - The Weifang Municipal Government has released ten key cases demonstrating the realization of ecological product value in rivers and lakes, showcasing innovative approaches to water resource management and ecological compensation, which aim to enhance both ecological and economic benefits [1]. Market Trading Cases - Case 1: The establishment and operation of the "Weifang Water Bank" aims to optimize the use of existing water resources through market-based trading of water rights, achieving a transaction volume of 11.48 million cubic meters and a total transaction value of 356,000 yuan within three months [3]. - Case 2: The first ecological product transaction for soil and water conservation in Shandong Province was completed in Qingzhou, with a total valuation of 15.05 million yuan, successfully trading for 3.88 million yuan, promoting sustainable development in the region [4]. Ecological Compensation Cases - Case 3: The Weihe River basin has implemented an ecological compensation mechanism based on the principle of "who protects, who benefits; who pollutes, who pays," with a total of 7.255 million yuan in vertical compensation and over 89 million yuan in horizontal compensation distributed among counties, leading to improved water quality [5]. Green Finance Cases - Case 4: The Xiaoshan District has integrated various ecological resources to facilitate the issuance of loans totaling 1.82 billion yuan and 1.37 billion yuan for ecological projects, transforming ecological assets into financial capital [6]. - Case 5: The city of Changyi has innovated a water rights pledge financing model, securing 264 million yuan for upgrading old water supply networks, effectively converting dormant ecological assets into active financial capital [7]. Industry Integration Cases - Case 6: The Xiaoshan Reservoir has developed a "fish economy" through a sustainable fishing model, increasing fish species and generating over 20 million yuan in revenue from organic fish production [8]. - Case 7: The Longshan Reservoir has initiated a pumped storage power station project with a total installed capacity of 1.2 million kilowatts, expected to save 306,600 tons of coal and reduce CO2 emissions by 519,000 tons annually, generating approximately 1.5 billion yuan in revenue [9]. - Case 8: The city of Shouguang has integrated cultural tourism with ecological restoration around the Juyun Lake, achieving over 200 million yuan in comprehensive tourism revenue since 2023 [10].

Core Points - Weifang has successfully obtained approval for the first batch of national "Happy River and Lake" construction projects in Shandong Province, with 405 rivers and 532 lakes designated as beautiful and happy rivers and lakes at the municipal level or above [1] - The Zha River has been recognized as a national "Happy River and Lake" project, while the Bai Lang River has been promoted by the Ministry of Water Resources as a happy river in the Huai River basin [1] Group 1: Implementation of Happy River and Lake Construction - The Weifang Municipal Government has introduced a comprehensive implementation plan for the "Happy River and Lake" initiative, focusing on six areas: water safety, resource protection, ecological governance, cultural development, management capacity, and economic construction [3][5] - Over 5,000 river and lake managers have conducted more than 290,000 inspections, identifying and rectifying over 3,400 issues [3] Group 2: Ecological and Economic Innovations - Weifang has initiated a pilot program for "benefit rivers and lakes," creating a 21-indicator evaluation system for assessing ecological benefits [4] - The city has completed 40 transactions involving 1.617 million cubic meters of water rights, promoting ecological farming practices to improve water quality and economic returns [4] Group 3: Water Resource Protection and Management - The city is implementing the "Mother River Revival Action" to enhance water conservation and management, focusing on key industries and areas [6] - A modern water network system is being constructed to improve flood control capabilities and ensure regulatory compliance for river-related projects [5][7] Group 4: Community Engagement and Education - Weifang plans to hold activities for World Water Day and China Water Week to raise public awareness about water conservation and resource protection [8][9] - The city is actively recruiting volunteers to participate in water conservation and river protection initiatives, fostering community involvement [9] Group 5: Zha River Project Details - The Zha River project, approved in June 2024, has a total investment of approximately 906.18 million yuan, with central funding of 700.7 million yuan [10] - The project aims to create a cultural, economic, and happy river by integrating ecological and cultural elements, with a focus on urban and rural development [10][11]