Core Viewpoint - The Shandong Provincial Government has issued a comprehensive plan to promote water resource conservation and utilization, emphasizing the development of unconventional water sources, with specific targets set for 2030, including a daily production capacity of 1.5 million tons from seawater desalination [2][3]. Group 1: Water Resource Conservation Measures - The plan outlines 15 specific measures aimed at deep water conservation across various sectors, including agriculture, industry, and urban areas [3][4]. - By 2030, the total groundwater extraction in Shandong is to be limited to 9.018 billion cubic meters, with an effective irrigation water utilization coefficient in agriculture reaching 0.655 or higher [2][3]. - The leakage rate of urban public water supply networks is targeted to be controlled within 7.85% [2]. Group 2: Unconventional Water Utilization - The plan positions unconventional water as a regular component of water supply, aiming for a 60% utilization rate of urban recycled water by 2030 [2][3]. - The chemical industry parks are required to utilize at least 35% of unconventional water [3][4]. - Shandong has already integrated unconventional water into its unified water resource allocation, setting minimum utilization targets for cities [3]. Group 3: Development of Water-Saving Industry - The province is focusing on developing advanced water-saving equipment, new materials, and smart water management services, aiming to establish a robust water-saving industry by 2030 [5]. - The target is to have over 200 key enterprises in the water-saving industry, with a market scale reaching 150 billion yuan [5]. - The government plans to prioritize or mandate the procurement of water-saving products in public purchases to enhance the supply capacity of high-end products and services [5].

Core Viewpoint - The Shandong Provincial Government is implementing policies to promote the conservation and efficient use of water resources, focusing on the development of unconventional water sources to address severe water scarcity issues in the region [1][4]. Policy Guidance - Unconventional water development has been integrated into various regulations, including the Shandong Water Resources Regulations and the Water Conservation Regulations, as well as water security planning [4]. - Policies have been established to enhance seawater desalination, recycled water utilization, and industrial wastewater recycling [4]. Implementation Mechanism - Collaborative efforts among relevant departments are emphasized to promote the development of unconventional water [4]. - The provincial water authority has set minimum utilization targets for unconventional water in annual water allocation plans for cities, aiming for a minimum of 35% unconventional water usage in chemical parks [4]. Pilot Projects - Six cities in Shandong have been designated as key cities for recycled water utilization, with several others recognized as national pilot areas for recycled water [4]. - These pilot regions are developing specialized plans and management measures to enhance recycled water production and distribution systems [4]. Current Utilization and Future Plans - Unconventional water is currently utilized across various sectors, including industry, agriculture, and ecological environments, with a projected utilization of 20.52 billion cubic meters in 2024, ranking second nationally [5]. - Specific projects in cities like Yantai and Binzhou are expanding unconventional water capacity significantly, with Yantai's capacity increasing from 280,000 tons per day in 2023 to 520,000 tons per day [5]. - The provincial water authority plans to continue integrating unconventional water into the unified water resource allocation and expand its utilization through ongoing project development [5].