People''s Daily, CCTV, and the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League have all lauded the conservation efforts dedicated to the "Mother Lake" in Dali, Erhai Lake

Recently, several national-level media outlets have spotlighted the ongoing efforts to protect Erhai Lake in Dali. These initiatives, aimed at safeguarding the revered Mother Lake, have garnered praise for their approach, involving phased measures such as comprehensive, systematic, and source treatment. Notably, the transition from "one lake governance" to a more encompassing strategy of "basin governance" and "ecological governance" has been highlighted. This transformative journey has led to the recognition of the "Erhai Lake case" and the "Erhai Lake experience."

On September 27, People's Daily, in its news edition, shared insights into the successful protection of Erhai Lake, commending Dali, Yunnan Province, for treating the lake as a precious resource akin to their own eyes.

Simultaneously, the official WeChat account of the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League issued an article titled Living Among Mountains and Rivers – how to understand that respecting, adapting to, and protecting nature are inherent requirements for building a socialist modern country in all respects?This piece garnered praise for Erhai Lake's governance as a commendable achievement in the eyes of netizens.

CCTV's Economic Newscolumn, on September 26, announced a milestone for Erhai Lake – achieving the highest transparency level in 20 years.

Furthermore, on September 12, the headline of Green Ecology Edition of Farmers Dailyreported initial success in controlling agricultural non-point source pollution in the Erhai Lake Basin of Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture.

Let's delve into the specifics together.

[Experience Sharing]

Dali, Yunnan Province, cherishes Erhai Lake as their "Mother Lake," safeguarding it as if it were their own eyes.

Erhai Lake, representing plateau lakes, is also known as the "Mother Lake" of the people in Dali. In the 1990s, Erhai Lake suffered from pollution, experiencing several outbreaks of lake-wide blue-green algae, leading to a rapid deterioration in water quality. Over the years, the Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture in Yunnan Province has waged a comprehensive battle for the protection and management of Erhai Lake. Through unwavering efforts, the water quality of Erhai Lake has been successfully restored. As of the end of 2022, the water quality of Erhai Lake has been excellent for three consecutive years. Presently, a 129-kilometer ecological corridor surrounds the lake, adorned with wetlands, forests, and traditional villages. Erhai Lake has transformed into a popular eco-tourism destination, earning its place as a "windy place" cherished by netizens.

The Earth is the common home for all humanity, and it is the shared responsibility of nations worldwide to achieve harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature. No country is exempt from this responsibility. Only by embracing the concept of the Earth community of shared future, collectively healing ecological scars, and constructing a robust foundation for ecological civilization, can future generations revel in the bountiful achievements of modernization, wandering amidst lush mountains and lucid waters.

Dali, Yunnan Province, cherishes Erhai Lake as their "Mother Lake," safeguarding it as if it were their own eyes.

Erhai Lake, representing plateau lakes, is also known as the "Mother Lake" of the people in Dali. In the 1990s, Erhai Lake suffered from pollution, experiencing several outbreaks of lake-wide blue-green algae, leading to a rapid deterioration in water quality.Over the years, the Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture in Yunnan Province has launched a comprehensive campaign for the protection and management of Erhai Lake. Through persistent efforts, the lake's water quality has been effectively restored. As of the end of 2022, the water quality of Erhai Lake has been excellent for three consecutive years.Today, the lake's 129-kilometer ecological corridor features wetlands, forests, and traditional villages, making Erhai Lake a sought-after eco-tourism destination and a beloved "windy place" among netizens.

Dali, Yunnan: Transparency of Erhai Lake Reaches 20-Year High

As per the latest information from the Yunnan Provincial Department of Ecology and Environment, Erhai Lake in Dali has achieved Class II water quality for eight consecutive months after 14 years. The lake's transparency stands at 2.29 meters, the highest level in the past two decades. Currently, 24 out of 27 main rivers entering Erhai Lake boast Class II water quality.

  Walking along the shores of Erhai Lake in Dali City, Yunnan Province, the majestic mountains, rolling clouds, and a gentle breeze create a picturesque scene.

In the small courtyard dedicated to organic cycling and organic agricultural science and technology in Guseng Village, Wanqiao Town, a photograph was displayed on the board. The snapshot, taken in January 2015 showing General Secretary Xi Jinping at the lakeside of Erhai Lake, served as evidence of an agreement and carried a heartfelt commitment: "Erhai Lake must be well protected".

Eight years later, we visited this ancient village with a history of over 2,000 years. Standing beside a stone tablet engraved with "Erhai Lake must be well protected," the camera shutter clicked, revealing crystal-clear lake water at the shore, freely soaring waterfowl, and tourists enjoying the waterfront.

These two frames vividly depict the ecological changes of Erhai Lake, highlighting the clear path of green transformation in agricultural non-point source pollution control in the Erhai Lake Basin.