Qingyuan, long renowned for its natural scenery, has once again received an "excellent" rating in a recent ecological performance review. In the first half of this year, the city restored or newly afforested over 74,000 acres of land, planting over 2.56 million saplings—meeting its annual target ahead of schedule. One of five planned botanical gardens is already complete; five of twelve suburban parks have opened; and over 3,000 protected ancient trees stand as testament to the city's green commitment. This thriving ecosystem is set to draw more visitors from the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area, fueling growth in eco-tourism.

Local environmental stewardship is equally robust. over 70,000 citizens have taken part in 1,848 organized volunteer tree-planting events, planting nearly 520,000 trees. Municipal districts have deployed technical teams to guide residents in proper planting techniques, ensuring high survival rates. Today, greenery abounds throughout Qingyuan's neighborhoods and thoroughfares.

The ecological upswing is also benefiting agriculture. In the same period, Qingyuan expanded plantings of bamboo shoots by 1,730 acres, oil tea by nearly 1,000 acres, Chinese tallow tree by over 1,000 acres, and the medicinal herb Litsea cubeba by over 2,800 acres. The region's lush landscapes are becoming tangible assets that deliver real economic returns to local communities.