Core Viewpoint - Guangdong Province is leading the development of a green water economy, with significant investments and innovative models aimed at sustainable growth [1][2] Investment and Economic Scale - By the end of 2024, the cumulative investment in Guangdong's water economy pilot projects is expected to reach approximately 12 billion yuan, with planned projects exceeding 100 billion yuan [1] - The scale of the water economy industry in Guangdong is assessed to be over 1 trillion yuan [1] Policy and Legislative Framework - Guangdong is the first province in China to deploy the development of a green water economy at the provincial level, establish legislative support, and create a provincial water economy social organization [1] Pilot Projects and Development Models - The province has initiated a "10+2" pilot project framework, selecting 10 quality projects and two cities (Foshan and Jiangmen) for comprehensive trials, alongside 109 city and county-level pilot projects [1] - The white paper outlines six development models for the water economy, including water-city integration, industry-driven initiatives, engineering utilization, ecological protection, resource value enhancement, and cultural tourism branding [1] Achievements and Impact - The white paper summarizes four key achievements of Guangdong's green water economy: expanding regional coordinated development, creating new scenarios for green consumption, opening new avenues for social capital investment, and stimulating high-quality development in water resources [2]