Hey there! Have you heard about Xinchuan Village in east China’s Zhejiang Province? 🌏 It’s an amazing place that shows how taking care of nature can help everyone live better lives!
Once Upon a Time…
Back in the 1980s, Xinchuan Village wasn’t doing so well. The environment was polluted, and things looked pretty gloomy. 😞 The trees were disappearing, the water wasn’t clean, and people weren’t happy.
A Big Change
But over the last 20 years, the village decided to make a big change! They started to take care of their environment by sorting waste properly (like recycling ♻️), planting more trees 🌳, and making their roads better. They also became part of the new energy industry, which means they use and produce energy that’s good for the planet, like solar power! ☀️
Fun and Work Together
The villagers didn’t stop there. They encouraged everyone to start fun activities like leisure farming 🚜, rural tourism 🏞️, and creating cozy homestays for visitors 🏡. This means people can visit the village, enjoy nature, and learn about farming and local culture!
Success Story 🌟
Now, Xinchuan Village has over 80 businesses and more than 3,000 people live there. Guess what? The average income per person each year is about 150,000 yuan (that’s nearly $21,000)! 💰 That’s a lot, right?
Helping Others
But they didn’t keep all the good ideas to themselves. Xinchuan Village built a special area to show how everyone can share wealth and live well together. They teamed up with other villages nearby to share their experiences and help others grow and prosper too! 🤝
The Lesson
Xinchuan Village teaches us that when we take care of our planet, we take care of ourselves! 🌍 Small steps like recycling, planting trees, and using clean energy can make a big difference. Maybe one day, you can help your community go green too!
Reference(s):
NPC deputy: Lucid waters and lush mountains boost rural revitalization
cgtn.com
