State Grid Nanjing advances bird conservation, ecological restoration
State Grid Nanjing Power Supply Co (State Grid Nanjing) has implemented measures to ensure the coexistence of bird conservation, ecological restoration, and stable power operations in Luhe district.
In March, the company’s maintenance team discovered nests of oriental storks, a first-class nationally protected species, on transmission towers along the 110-kilowatt Yaohua Line. Balancing bird protection with grid safety, the company installed 183 bird-proof baffles and insulating screens to prevent hazards caused by nesting materials and droppings, safeguarding both the environment and power operations.
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At Lotus Pond Cypress Lake National Wetland Park on the Jiangsu-Anhui provincial border, a team was created in collaboration with State Grid Lai’an County Power Supply Co to protect migratory bird habitats. They relocated over 100 nests from towers and protected more than seven kilometers of power lines, ensuring safety for both birds and the grid while planning further initiatives to standardize their conservation efforts.
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In Tuanjie village, Nanjing’s largest sand mine rehabilitation project transformed abandoned quarries into fertile fields. State Grid engineers dismantled old power lines to enable reclamation and installed a new power network for irrigation. The project restored 33.3 hectares of farmland, with the area now supporting sustainable industries like eco-tourism and pigeon farming. Reliable electricity supports local businesses, including a high-tech pigeon farming company that has boosted local employment and income. In February, State Grid Nanjing swiftly responded to a power outage at the facility, resuming operations within 30 minutes.
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The efforts of State Grid Nanjing highlight how line protection, bird conservation, and rural vitalization can successfully coexist, driving ecological and economic sustainability.
