How China is Helping Nature Thrive 🌿
Hey there! Did you know that May 22 is the International Day for Biological Diversity? It’s a special day all about celebrating the amazing variety of life on our planet—everything from tiny insects to giant trees! 🌍🐞🌳
This year’s theme is “Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development.” That means finding ways to live happily without hurting the Earth. Pretty cool, right?
China is working hard to protect nature and all its wonderful creatures. The Chinese Minister of Ecology and Environment, Huang Runqiu, says that they are trying to make peace with nature. 🕊️
One exciting thing they’ve done is set up something called “ecological protection redlines.” Think of them as special zones where nature gets extra protection—kind of like nature’s VIP areas! These redlines cover more than 30% of China’s land. That’s like saving a big chunk of land just for plants and animals! 🐼🐯
China is also taking care of its forests. Forests are super important because they give us oxygen and homes for animals. The country’s forest coverage has been growing, which is great news for the planet. 🌲🌲🌲
And let’s not forget about water! Over 90% of China’s surface water is now clean and healthy. Clean water means happy fish and safe water for people and animals to drink. 🐟💧
All these efforts show how countries can work towards a better, greener future. Maybe you can think about ways to help nature too! Plant a tree, recycle, or just appreciate the birds outside your window. Every little bit helps! 🌱🌼
Happy International Day for Biological Diversity! Let’s all do our part to keep our planet amazing! 🌎✨
Reference(s):
Chart of the Day: China to promote nature and sustainable development
cgtn.com
