Over the past decade, China has been making waves 🌊 in water conservation and management! From slashing water consumption to boosting agricultural irrigation, the country's efforts are flowing in the right direction.
According to the Ministry of Water Resources, total water use in China has been kept below 610 billion cubic meters. 💧 Even more impressively, water consumption per 10,000 yuan (about $1,405) of GDP and water consumption per 10,000 yuan of industrial added value dropped by 41.7% and 55.1% respectively! Talk about efficiency! 💪
Chen Min, vice minister of water resources, shared that newly added water conservancy projects have increased the water supply capacity by about 200 billion cubic meters – that's three times more than the previous decade! 🚀
On the agricultural front, China added around 87 million mu (5.8 million hectares) of irrigated farmland. Now, the country's effective irrigated farmland stands at a whopping 1.055 billion mu (70 million hectares). 🌾🌱
But it doesn't stop there! Chen highlighted improvements in flood control and drought resistance capabilities thanks to strengthened early warning measures and upgraded flood control projects. 🌦️⛈️
In rural areas, tap water accessibility has surged to 90%, ensuring water security for residents across the country. 🚰 This leap forward means better living standards and healthier communities. ❤️
Looking ahead, China aims to continue promoting high-quality water management to support national development and modernization. The future is looking bright and hydrated! 😎💦
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China has made great progress in water conservation, use: official
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