Jin Guanping: Building a "Green Great Wall" for Sustainable Development | Ecology | Jin Guanping
Continuing to promote the construction of the "Three North" project is conducive to regional sustainable development and the sustainable development of the Chinese nation. Building this "Green Great Wall" will make new contributions to building a beautiful China.
The fragile ecological environment and severe desertification are prominent characteristics of the "Three North" region. More than 40 years ago, the "Three North" project started simultaneously with the reform and opening up, which is an important landmark project in ecological civilization construction. It has achieved huge ecological, economic, and social benefits, and achieved a historic transformation from "sand in and people out" to "green in and sand out", becoming a successful example of global ecological governance.
The "Three North Spirit" forged through more than 40 years of unremitting struggle is an inexhaustible driving force for promoting the construction of the "Three North" project in the new era. At present, the ecology of the "Three North" region is still fragile, and the fundamental principles of large area, wide distribution, severe degree, and difficult governance of desertified land have not been fundamentally changed. By benchmarking against the spirit of the Three Norths, demonstrating the original intention of courageously undertaking missions, demonstrating the determination not to fear hardships, and maintaining the patience of long-term achievements, we can overcome these difficulties and challenges, and build a solid "Green Great Wall" in the desert.
To build a strong Green Great Wall, we must implement the new development concept, adhere to a systematic approach, strengthen top-level design, and solidly promote the integrated protection and systematic governance of mountains, rivers, forests, fields, lakes, grasslands, and sands. Develop a comprehensive desert governance plan, clarify goals and tasks, and form a multi-party collaborative governance model. Optimize the land use structure of agriculture, forestry, and animal husbandry, strictly implement land use control, and leave sufficient ecological space.
To build the Green Great Wall, we must adhere to scientific desertification control and comprehensively improve the quality and stability of desert ecosystems. The early afforestation projects were influenced by the level of economic and social development and management philosophy at that time, and were too "heavy on trees and light on irrigation". In this regard, it is necessary to fully consider the differences in local natural conditions and the characteristics of tree species. It is advisable to use trees as trees and irrigation as needed. At the same time, we will vigorously develop the application of remote sensing monitoring technology, desert water conservancy technology, and solar energy technology, forming a new situation of multi pronged scientific and technological desertification control.
To build a strong green Great Wall, we need to innovate the funding support system and mechanism, and actively promote the development of carbon sinks in the forestry and grassland industry. It can be foreseen that with the advancement of the construction of domestic carbon trading markets, their functions and effects will gradually become apparent. By leveraging the financial incentives of the carbon market, the sustainable operation of the forestry and grassland industry can significantly enhance its ability to increase foreign exchange, attract social funds to invest in afforestation and forest protection, and form a joint force for industrial development.
Those who seek the growth of wood must solidify its foundation; Those who wish to flow far must dredge their springs. The construction of the "Three North" project is long and arduous, requiring a group of people to work together, bravely shoulder their responsibilities and missions with practical actions, contribute to the construction of the Green Great Wall, and leave a better home for our future generations.