Core Insights - The article highlights the successful ecological restoration of the Grand Canal in Yangzhou, which has transformed from a polluted area into a scenic ecological park, benefiting both the environment and local residents [1][3][4]. Group 1: Ecological Restoration Efforts - Since 2015, Yangzhou has invested nearly 10 billion yuan in ecological restoration projects, relocating 89 industrial enterprises and restoring 690 acres of wetlands, leading to a consistent improvement in water quality to above Class III [1][3]. - The transformation of the "Dragon Beard Ditch," once home to numerous industrial facilities, into a clean ecological space has been a significant achievement, with the area now attracting over 4.6 million visitors annually to the Grand Canal Museum [3][4]. Group 2: Collaborative Governance - The Jiangsu province is advancing the "Waste-Free Canal" initiative, collaborating across multiple departments to establish a comprehensive governance model for water, air, soil, and solid waste management [1][6]. - The implementation of an information-based system for managing ship waste has led to a "zero discharge" policy for ship waste in the Yangzhou section of the Grand Canal, significantly reducing pollution [6][7]. Group 3: Sustainable Shipping Practices - Yangzhou is promoting the use of new energy vessels, with pilot projects for electric and LNG-powered ships underway, although challenges remain in establishing adequate refueling infrastructure [9][10][11]. - The long-term operational cost advantages of clean energy vessels are becoming more apparent as diesel prices rise, indicating a potential shift towards more sustainable shipping solutions [11].