Chongqing’s Sponge City: A Blueprint for Urban Sustainability
Bishan District in Chongqing is pioneering eco-friendly urban design with its sponge city initiative. Permeable bricks, rain gardens, and green rooftops now absorb stormwater, reducing flooding and improving microclimates. This model offers lessons for cities worldwide grappling with climate resilience.
Hangzhou’s Robotics Revolution
Unitree Robotics in Hangzhou has transformed from developing quadruped robots to advanced humanoid systems over seven years. Their high-speed cinematography showcases machines thriving in complex environments, signaling a leap in automation and industrial applications.
Harbin’s Industrial Reinvention
Once the heart of China’s manufacturing, Harbin is navigating post-industrial challenges through innovation. A decade of perseverance has sparked an urban renaissance, blending legacy industries with new economic drivers in Northeast China.
Kunqu Opera’s Global Resonance
The 600-year-old Kunqu opera, exemplified by The Legend of the White Snake, won the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe Asian Arts Award. Young performers at Beijing’s Northern Kunqu Theatre are blending traditional vocals with tech-enhanced staging, captivating audiences from Greece to the UK.
