Section Ⅴ Project Protecting the Yangtze RiverAs the third longest river① in the world, the health of the Yangtze River has raised② concern③ both in China and abroad④
Rapid development and an increase in population⑤ have meant⑥ that the amount of water taken from the river is rising, and that the waste being put back into⑦ the river has been increasing
This is not good news for the people who rely on⑧ the Yangtze River for water⑨
Nor is it good news for the wide range⑩ of fish and wildlife⑪ that live in or along the river⑫
Many people have recognized the importance of protecting⑬ the Yangtze River, and organizations and projects have been set up⑭ to deal with⑮ the problem
The Green River Organization, for example, educates people on the importance of protecting this great river