🌊 Hey global explorers! Ever wondered what strides are being made to protect our oceans? Well, grab your snorkels because China's State Council just dropped a massive 27,000-word white paper highlighting a decade of marine ecological achievements! 🐟🌏
Diving into a Decade of Ocean Love ❤️
On Thursday, the State Council released a comprehensive guide on how the Chinese mainland 🐉 has been nurturing the marine environment over the past ten years. Split into seven deep-diving sections, this white paper sheds light on the innovative strategies tackling ocean pollution, restoring vibrant marine ecosystems, promoting a green and low-carbon marine economy, and boosting international cooperation for ocean protection.
Mighty Moves Against Pollution 🌬️
China's efforts are making waves! 🌊 Significant improvements in managing marine ecological environments have been seen, especially in combating pollution. Cities and rural areas have ramped up their sanitary sewage treatment rates 🚰. Plus, strict monitoring of sewage outlets to rivers and seas means cleaner waterways for all. Systems to intercept, collect, transport, and dispose of ocean waste are now in full swing. ♻️
Bohai Sea's Brighter Blue 💙
Check out the Bohai Sea, a key area in the north! In 2020, a whopping 82.3% of its coastal waters met the good water quality standards, with pH levels between 7.8 to 8.5. That's a splash-tastic 15.3% improvement since 2017! 🐳
Protecting Marine Life 🐳🐬
China has divided its offshore areas into 283 bay units, focusing on localized protection. Of these, 167 bays have over 85% of their areas boasting good water quality. And guess what? Endangered species like Bryde's whale, the Chinese white dolphin, and the black-faced spoonbill are making frequent appearances! Talk about a comeback! 🌱
Why It Matters 💡
This isn't just about one country; it's about all of us who share this blue planet. 🌍 China's dedication to marine protection sends ripples across the globe, inspiring others to dive into eco-friendly practices. So next time you hit the beach, remember the big moves happening beneath the waves! 🏖️
Let's ride this wave together towards a healthier ocean! 🌊✨
Reference(s):
China's white paper on marine protection: A summary of the last decade
cgtn.com
