Shanghai Municipal People’s Government Approval on the “Upper Huangpu River Drinking Water Source Protection Zone Plan (2025 Edition)”

Document No. Hu Government [2025] 51

To the Municipal Bureau of Ecology and Environment, Municipal Water Authority, and Municipal Planning and Resources Bureau:

The document Hu Huan Shui [2025] No. 97 has been received. After review, the municipal government approves the “Upper Huangpu River Drinking Water Source Protection Zone Plan (2025 Edition)” prepared by your departments. Please coordinate with relevant districts, departments, and units to properly carry out public announcement, implementation, and filing with relevant national authorities. Strengthen supervision and management of the drinking water source protection zone in accordance with the law to ensure the safety of drinking water sources.

This approval is hereby issued.

Shanghai Municipal People’s Government

Upper Huangpu River Drinking Water Source Protection Zone

The Upper Huangpu River Drinking Water Source Protection Zone is a critical area established to safeguard the water quality of the Huangpu River, which supplies drinking water to Shanghai. Designated as a protected zone, it implements strict environmental regulations to prevent pollution and ensure sustainable water resources. The area reflects China’s efforts to balance urban development with ecological conservation, particularly for vital water sources.