After its establishment, the organization devoted itself to providing social services (knowledge and technology), supporting and advocating good decision-making on river basin development and protection, and was an organization integrating scientific research, teaching and practice. It is rooted in the communities in the west of China, and has contributed to the ecological balance and sustainable development of the China River Basin, aiming at implementing the management of mountain river basins, improving people's understanding of river basins and promoting public participation.