Desert Governance in China: From Dead Land to Oasis! What miracles did the photovoltaic revolution create?

Background Music.mp33:43From Happy Melon zjjChina has always faced enormous challenges in desert governance, with one fifth of the world's land being deserts, and China itself has over 700000 square kilometers of desert land

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China has always faced enormous challenges in desert governance, with one fifth of the world's land being deserts, and China itself has over 700000 square kilometers of desert land. This vast desert area not only poses a threat to China's ecological environment, but may also lead to frequent natural disasters. However, in recent years, China has adopted an unprecedented approach to governing these desert areas, which not only improves the environment but also has potential military strategic value through the construction of photovoltaic power stations!

The Challenge of Desert Management

Since the establishment of the People's Republic of China, the Chinese government has always recognized the threat of desertification to the country. However, due to the limited level of economy and technology at that time, the problem of desert management has been plagued. In 1978, China launched the "Three North" Shelter Forest Project, an ambitious plan aimed at building a green Great Wall on the Chinese desert through artificial planting of trees and grass, in order to slow down the speed of desert spread and reduce the frequency of sandstorms. This project has achieved certain results, but it requires a large amount of water sources to irrigate vegetation, leading to the depletion of groundwater resources in some areas, such as the Crescent Spring in Dunhuang. This raises a serious question: how to provide more help to local residents while not damaging the environment in the process of desert governance!

The Clever Way of Photovoltaic Power Generation

China has taken a crucial step in the field of desert management, especially in the northwest region, which is characterized by long sunshine hours. After careful verification, China has started building photovoltaic power stations in desert areas to utilize abundant solar energy resources. Since 2007, more and more photovoltaic power plants have emerged in the desert, becoming a beautiful scenery. This measure has received attention both domestically and internationally, and foreign netizens have even exclaimed, 'China is doing great things in the desert'!

The Kubuqi Desert Photovoltaic Power Generation Project in Inner Mongolia is an important project for desert governance. The project officially started construction in 2022, with a total investment of 80 billion yuan. It is understood that after the completion of the project, it can transmit 40 billion kilowatt hours of electricity to the surrounding areas every year, equivalent to the power generation capacity of 20 Three Gorges power stations. This not only improves the power supply, but also brings more hope to the surrounding areas. Under the photovoltaic panels, high-quality grass can be planted for local people to graze. In addition, high-value cash crops can be planted in surrounding areas to increase the income of local residents. This practice has enabled deserts to become oases, achieving the goal of sustainable development!

Chinese Technology Assists Desert Management

China's achievements in desert governance not only stem from government decisions, but also from the rapid development of domestic technology. In the past, photovoltaic power generation technology dominated developed countries, and China relied on imported equipment and technology. However, after facing setbacks in international competition, Chinese manufacturers and research institutions began to learn from their mistakes and are committed to developing independent technologies. China has overcome one technological challenge after another, independently producing key equipment such as string welding equipment for solar cells, and has become a leader in the world's photovoltaic industry!

This technological advancement not only enhances China's independent production capacity, but also reduces the cost of photovoltaic power generation, making desert photovoltaic power generation possible. In the past, some countries have also attempted to build photovoltaic power stations in the desert, but failed due to technical difficulties and high costs. China has shown unique advantages in this regard, successfully transforming photovoltaic power generation into the reality of desert governance, which is a victory of technological progress and wisdom!

The Military Potential of Photovoltaic Power Generation

In addition to significant achievements in environmental protection and economic development, desert photovoltaic power generation also has potential military strategic value. The desert areas of China have an important military strategic position in geography, so building photovoltaic power stations in these areas can not only improve the environment, but also enhance the country's military capabilities!

Firstly, desert photovoltaic power stations can provide reliable power supply for military bases. In wartime or emergency situations, a stable power supply is crucial for the normal operation of communication, radar systems, air conditioning, and other equipment. The construction of desert photovoltaic power stations can provide continuous power support and enhance the combat readiness of military bases!

Secondly, the existence of photovoltaic power stations can strengthen the country's military deployment. Desert areas are usually important training and exercise sites for the military due to their vast open areas and suitable conditions for flight operations. Desert photovoltaic power stations can provide necessary support facilities for these activities, including electricity, lighting, and temperature control. This helps improve the efficiency and implementation capability of military exercises!

Most importantly, the construction of desert photovoltaic power stations has improved the country's self-sufficiency capacity. In emergency situations, such as military conflicts or tense international relations, countries may face pressure on energy supply. Having large-scale photovoltaic power plants can reduce dependence on traditional energy and ensure national energy security!

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China's desert photovoltaic power generation plan is a far-reaching project that not only improves the environment but also enhances the country's military capabilities. China has played a greater role in desert governance through wisdom and technology. This practice has proven the importance of technological innovation and sustainable development, and has made significant breakthroughs for China in environmental protection and national security. Most importantly, this successful experience also provides useful references for other countries, inspiring the global community to work together to address the challenges of desertification and climate change!

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