Group 1 - In 2024, China utilized 1,883 million tons of seawater for cooling, marking a 1.6% increase from the previous year, effectively meeting the cooling water needs of coastal industries such as power, petrochemicals, and steel [1] - The seawater cooling and desalination efforts provided a stable water source for high water-consuming industries, including steel, petrochemicals, and nuclear power [1] - The Zhoushan Green Petrochemical Base's desalination project produced 140 million tons of water in 2024, supporting an industrial output value of 272.64 billion yuan for the petrochemical industry, significantly contributing to regional economic development [1]