Abstract: In this paper, the guiding thinking for the protection and development of Jianghan Plain eco-environment is discussed. It is emphasised that this issue should be considered at a higher level and in a larger scope and carried in combination with economic and social development. Studies on sustainable ecosystem is an important task. The eco-environment strategy should be considered on the basis of integrated harmonization of environment, human existence and development. The advantages and existing problems in agricultural resource development, water conservancy and rural energy resources of the area are analyzed. Suggestions for the protection and development of the eco-enviroment under the new situation of reform and open door policy of China are proposed. 

Key words: Eco-environment, coordinative development, sustainable ecosystem