The project will contribute to mitigation of water pollution of Heihe River, which will be accomplished through expanded wastewater management services under integrated concessions in the selected western province. By supporting a new form of PPP, environment management, and inclusive growth, the project addresses strategic priorities like managing climate change and the environment, supporting inclusive economic growth. In particular, the project aligns with this strategy’s sector focus on environmental protection, and complements initiatives in the management of water-based natural resources, including flood management, wetland conservation, water resources development, and the protection of biodiversity and ecosystems.