On May 22, the world celebrates International Day for Biological Diversity under the theme "Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development." This day reminds us to strike a balance between human progress and environmental conservation, ensuring development that nurtures our planet 🌳🌍.
Chinese Minister of Ecology and Environment Huang Runqiu has stressed the importance of a society-wide commitment to biodiversity. Recent data shows that China has established an ecological protection redline covering over 30% of its land, effectively safeguarding 90% of its terrestrial ecosystem types and 74% of key protected wild species. These efforts mark a significant step toward achieving peace with nature.
Further milestones include a 25% forest coverage reached in 2024, a major boost for ecological restoration and carbon sequestration. In water management, 90.4% of surface water met or exceeded Grade III quality by 2024, surpassing the targeted 85% benchmark. Such achievements highlight sustainable practices that not only protect nature but also inspire future development.
The message is clear: nature and progress can go hand in hand. As young innovators and global citizens, let's take inspiration from these initiatives and work together for a cleaner, greener future!
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Chart of the Day: China to promote nature and sustainable development
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