Qinghai Province: A Model of Ecological Civilization
Reported by China Daily
An Ecological Stability Obstacle Turned Model
Qinghai Province, located on the Qinghai-Tibet plateau in northwest China, has earned the nickname the “Third Pole” due to its significance in maintaining ecological stability in Asia and beyond. However, after a decade of dedicated efforts, the province has become a shining example of building an ecological civilization and achieving harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
A Land of Unique Landscapes and Abundant Resources
Stretching over a vast area, Qinghai is the fourth largest province in China. It serves as the source of the Yangtze River, Yellow River, Mekong River (known as the Lancang River in Chinese), and also boasts substantial water power potential. The region is renowned for its rich solar and wind energy resources, resulting in breathtaking scenery of azure skies, verdant mountains, and pristine sea waters.
A Haven for Biodiversity: Sanjiangyuan National Park
Within Qinghai lies the esteemed Sanjiangyuan National Park, one of China’s first national parks. This park is home to a unique ecosystem and a remarkable concentration of biodiversity in the highland region.
Qinghai Lake: A Growing Water Oasis
Qinghai Lake, the largest inland saltwater lake in China, has witnessed notable growth in its water area over the past decade. The latest data from 2021 reveals an increase of nearly 220 square kilometers, highlighting the province’s dedication to conserving this precious natural resource.
Environmental Protection Efforts: Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Ecological Protection Law
Last September, the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Ecological Protection Law came into effect, embodying the national commitment to safeguarding the region’s delicate ecosystem.
Conservation Success Stories
Endangered species such as the snow leopard, Tibetan antelope, Tibetan gazelle, and black-necked crane are experiencing consistent population growth in Qinghai, showcasing the positive outcomes of ongoing preservation efforts.
Unlocking Clean Energy Potential
With expansive desert and wasteland areas, Qinghai presents favorable conditions for clean energy development. The province has commenced the construction of a solar power generation park and a hybrid power plant, capitalizing on its abundant solar, hydro, and wind power resources.
Impressive Clean Energy Capacity
As of the end of 2022, Qinghai’s installed electric power capacity reached 44.68 million kilowatts, with an impressive 91.2% (40.75 million kilowatts) derived from clean energy sources. New energy accounted for 62.9% (28.14 million kilowatts) of the province’s power capacity.
Supplying Green Electricity to Prominent Locations
Qinghai’s green electricity serves as a crucial power source for Beijing Daxing International Airport, delivered through a dedicated high-voltage transmission channel. Furthermore, it will contribute to sustaining the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou.
A Collective Commitment to Protecting a Precious Resource
In a speech during a September event promoting the development of Qinghai’s ecological civilization in Xining, Chen Gang, Secretary of the Communist Party of China in Qinghai Province, emphasized the responsibility of safeguarding this important region, which serves as the headwaters of three rivers and is cherished as a national and global treasure. Chen stressed Qinghai’s commitment to promoting green development and fostering a shared future for humanity and nature.
International Recognition for Ecological Achievements
The event in Xining saw the attendance of approximately 150 delegates from nearly 30 countries. These representatives had the opportunity to explore Qinghai’s remarkable achievements in building an ecological civilization and promoting harmony between humanity and nature.
A Call for International Collaboration
Political leaders from various nations emphasized the significance of international cooperation in protecting the ecological environment. They commended China for leading the way in pursuing a modern path that promotes the harmonious coexistence of humanity and nature.
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Reported by China Daily (China Daily)
Qinghai Province, northwest China located on the Qinghai-Tibet plateau. Or so it has been nicknamed The “Third Pole” is considered a major obstacle to ecological stability in Asia and around the world. However, through 10 years of effort, the province has become a model of for building an ecological civilization. and harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
Qinghai is the fourth largest province in China by area. is the source of the watersheds of the Yangtze River, the Yellow River, and the Mekong River, or what the Chinese call the Lancang River. It is also famous as a source of water power. solar energy and abundant wind energy Including the blue sky green mountains and clean sea water This is considered to be the unique landscape of Qinghai.
Sanjiangyuan National Park (Three Source Rivers National Park) is located in Qinghai. It is one of the first national parks in China, and has a unique ecosystem and a high concentration of biodiversity in the highland region.
Qinghai Lake is the largest inland lake and salt water lake in China. Data from 2021 show that the water area of Qinghai Lake has increased by nearly 220 square kilometers in the past decade.
Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Ecological Protection Law The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Ecological Protection Law took effect on September 1 as part of national efforts to protect the ecosystem of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.
The data shows that Populations of endangered species such as snow leopard, Tibetan antelope, Tibetan antelope and black-necked crane. The number is increasing every year.
Qinghai also has a lot of desert and wasteland. Consequently, the opportunity to develop clean energy tends to be good. Qinghai Province is building a solar power generation park and a hybrid power plant. It relies on abundant solar, hydro and wind power.
At the end of 2022, the province’s installed electric power capacity reached 44.68 million kilowatts, of which 91.2% or 40.75 million kilowatts came from clean energy and 28.14 million kilowatts or 62.9% came from new energy.
Qinghai’s green electricity is supplied to Beijing Daxing International Airport through a special high-voltage transmission channel. and will support the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou.
“We deeply understand that Region that is the headwaters of three rivers And like this ‘water tower’, it was not just Qinghai’s. But it is also a national and world treasure. Qinghai Province is committed to building ecological stability here. Willing to promote green development and build a community with a shared future for humans and nature,” said Chen Gang, Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Qinghai Province. Speaking at an event to promote the development of Qinghai ecological civilization in Xining in September.
The event invited about 150 delegates from nearly 30 countries to Qinghai. Explore Qinghai’s achievements in building an ecological civilization. and promoting harmony between humanity and nature.
On the occasion, political leaders from different countries emphasized the importance of international cooperation to protect the ecological environment. He praised China for starting the path of modernity which promotes harmony between humanity and nature.
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