On Jiushan Archipelago in Xiangshan County, volunteers hold cameras in their hands. In the camera lenses, the Chinese crested terns with gray - and - white plumage skim over the blue waves, leaving behind lively silhouettes.
The migration route of the Chinese crested tern links up the ecological protection responsibilities of multiple countries.Recently, a volunteer service activity for the protection of Chinese crested terns and the Ningbo International Volunteer Service Exchange with the theme of Harmonious Coexistence of All Things and Sustainable Beauty was held at Songlan Mountain in Xiangshan.Representatives from relevant countries and regions signed the Memorandum of Understanding on International Volunteer Protection Cooperation for Guarding the Mythical Bird on July 17th, joining hands to build a global protection network.
Xiangshan is located on the coast of the East China Sea, boasting rich resources such as the magnificent scenery of the mountains and seas, the unique folk customs of the thousand - year fishing village, the sports vitality of the hundred - mile silver beach, the abundant and delicious marine products, and the film and television culture with the charm of the fishing light and melodious tunes.
Since the first discovery of the Chinese crested tern in 2004, Xiangshan has been committed to the protection of this species. Since the implementation of the artificial attraction project on Jiushan Archipelago in 2013, this area has become the world's largest breeding habitat for Chinese crested terns. Thanks to the rescue and protection project for the Chinese crested tern population in the Jiushan Archipelago, which has been promoted by the Natural Resources and Planning Bureau of Xiangshan County for many years, the population of this once - endangered species is steadily recovering and gradually growing. As a result, this protection project has won the National Wild Animal and Plant Defender Award - Pioneer Defender.
On February 28, 2023, a landmark transaction concluded in Huangbi'ao Township, Xiangshan County - the country's first blue carbon auction was successfully completed here. The carbon sink volume of approximately 2,340.1 tons in Xiangshan's Xihu Harbor for one year was up for auction this time, and it was finally sold for more than 248,000 yuan.
Blue carbon refers to the processes, activities, and mechanisms that utilize marine activities and marine organisms to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and fix and store it in the ocean. Developing blue carbon is another viable path to share and relieve the pressure of carbon emissions and explore green development. Xiangshan held a pioneering blue carbon auction, which is an innovative practice to enhance the value of ecological products through a market - oriented mechanism and promote the organic combination of carbon emission reduction and ecological protection. Taking the construction of a provincial low - carbon pilot county as a starting point, Xiangshan continuously improves the mechanism for realizing the value of carbon sink products. By implementing the blue carbon action plan, it continuously expands and improves the "blue carbon" trading market, aiming to activate new driving forces for the development of the marine economy through the prior realization of carbon sink value.
This year, Xiangshan will adhere to the market - oriented and professional development path, deeply explore the three major elements of IP, traffic, and experience, and strive to build itself into a coastal tourist resort in the Yangtze River Delta and a national marine sports center. The goal is to achieve a 10% increase in both the number of tourist arrivals and the total tourism revenue. The focus will be on promoting the establishment of Songlan Mountain as a national tourist resort. Efforts will be made to ensure the completion and operation of the second phase of the Fishing Port Ancient City and the Haiyingcheng Theme Park. Meanwhile, the construction of projects such as China Fishing Village and Hua'ao Island Park will be accelerated.
In Shatangwan, high - end homestays have emerged amidst the sound of the waves. In the Red Beauty citrus orchards, the cheerful cries of white geese form a pastoral symphony. Beneath the blue waves of Xihu Harbor, algae and shellfish silently absorb carbon and release oxygen. This fertile land where the sea meets the land vividly demonstrates the truth that lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets through its practices, and it contains infinite wisdom for value transformation.