In a natural upgrade worthy of a blockbuster plot twist, the Chinese mainland reshaped its landscape in 2025 by greening a whopping 127 million mu (about 8.47 million hectares) of land 🌱.
This major push was unveiled at the National Forestry and Grassland Work Conference held this Thursday. Here's the lowdown:
- Afforestation: 53.45 million mu (~3.56M ha) planted with new forests 🌳
- Grassland Revival: 73.9 million mu (~4.93M ha) of degraded grasslands restored 🌾
Why it matters:
- Climate Action: New trees and revived grasslands help lock away carbon and cool down hot spots ❄️
- Biodiversity Boost: More habitats for wildlife and healthier ecosystems 🦋
- Community Perks: Greener lands support local livelihoods, from herders to eco-tourism 🏞️
Think of it as a massive landscape glow-up IRL 🌟. For young changemakers and nature lovers, the numbers speak volumes: in 2025, greening wasn't just a buzzword—it was a nationwide movement that reshaped millions of hectares and pointed the way to a greener future 🌍🚀.
Reference(s):
China completes over 8 million hectares of land greening in 2025
cgtn.com
