Imagine living in a place where sand is everywhere! 🏜️ Trees have withered away, and the land is dry and barren. This was a scene familiar to China not too long ago. Once, the country faced severe desertification and was one of the most affected places in the world.
But guess what? Today, China has become the first country to achieve something amazing called land degradation neutrality! 🌟
What does that mean? It means China has managed to stop the land from getting worse and has even made it better! They’ve turned deserts back into green lands full of life. 🌵➡️🌳
How did they do it? To find out, a reporter named Huang Jiyuan visited a place called the Ulan Buh Desert. There, he saw how people worked together to plant trees, protect the soil, and bring back plants and animals.
They used special techniques to hold the sand in place, like planting grasses and shrubs. They also involved local communities, teaching everyone how to take care of the land. It was like a big team project! 🤝
This shows that when people work together and care for the Earth, we can turn challenges into opportunities. Maybe one day, you can help make a difference too! 🌍💚
Reference(s):
Managing the sand: A story of turning adversity into opportunity
cgtn.com
