Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the efforts of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region's procuratorial organs in protecting the ecological environment and promoting sustainable development through legal measures. Group 1: Glacier Protection - The No. 1 Glacier in the Tianshan Mountains, crucial for water resources and ecological balance, is rapidly melting at an average rate of 10 meters per year, with potential complete disappearance by mid-century if no protective measures are taken [2][3] - The Changji City Procuratorate discovered environmental threats from a closed gold mine in the glacier protection area, including unremediated waste and pollution that accelerates glacier melting [2][3] - Following the discovery, the Changji City Procuratorate took immediate action, including evidence collection and issuing recommendations for environmental restoration to the local natural resources bureau [2][3] Group 2: Collaborative Governance - A cross-regional cooperation mechanism was established to enhance joint inspections and information sharing among procuratorial organs in the areas surrounding the No. 1 Glacier [3] - The approach to glacier management has shifted from reactive to proactive, focusing on comprehensive governance and prevention of ecological damage [3] - Various procuratorial bodies in Xinjiang are implementing similar proactive measures to address illegal mining and land use in protected areas [3] Group 3: River Protection - The Ili River, originating from Tianshan glaciers, is vital for local communities, and its protection involves both cross-regional and extended governance strategies [4][6] - The procuratorial organs in Ili have established regular inspection mechanisms and collaborative efforts with local administrative bodies to ensure comprehensive river protection [5][6] - Since 2023, 474 public interest litigation cases have been handled, resulting in the removal of 4,091 tons of solid waste from the Ili River basin [6] Group 4: Groundwater Management - In response to illegal groundwater extraction in Kucha City, a digital monitoring model was developed to enhance regulatory oversight and protect water resources [7][8] - The model integrates data from various administrative departments to identify illegal water usage and outstanding payments, significantly improving efficiency in monitoring [8] - As a result of this initiative, 1,229 illegal cases have been identified, and 630 million yuan in water resource fees have been recovered [9]