A Decade of Healing: The Ecological Transformation of the Yangtze River
Explore how a decade of dedicated protection efforts on the Chinese mainland has revitalized the Yangtze River’s water quality and biodiversity.
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China’s First ‘Happy Rivers’ National Standard Now in Effect
China’s first national standard for “happy rivers and lakes” evaluation is now in effect, creating measurable benchmarks for water body health and public benefit.
China Builds First Canal Wildlife Bridge to Safeguard Animal Crossings
China constructs its first dedicated wildlife bridge over a canal in Guangxi, designed to protect animals like leopard cats and squirrels, with the canal set to open in 2026.
China’s Pinglu Canal Welcomes Wildlife on a Pioneering ‘Green Bridge’
China’s Pinglu Canal features a first-of-its-kind 240-meter ‘green bridge’ for wildlife, covered in soil and plants to connect ecosystems fragmented by the new waterway.
China Reports Notable Gains in Eco-Protection for Key Northern Regions
A recent official assessment reports significant improvements in ecological protection across key national nature reserves in northern China, including the Yellow River Basin.
China Targets Forest, Grassland Growth in Xizang by 2030
China’s NDRC sets 2030 targets for forest and grassland coverage in Xizang as part of a revised plan to strengthen the region’s ecological security barrier.
Community Effort Saves Trapped Brown Bear in Sichuan
Police and villagers in Sichuan’s Dege County teamed up to rescue a trapped Xizang brown bear using a makeshift wooden ladder, highlighting human-wildlife coexistence.
Elusive Marbled Cat Makes Historic First Appearance in Xizang Reserve
Infrared camera footage confirms the first-ever sighting of a rare marbled cat in Xizang’s Cibagou National Nature Reserve, a major milestone for regional conservation.
China Launches Strict Local Government Evaluation System for Carbon Goals
China introduces a detailed assessment system to evaluate local government performance on carbon reduction targets, linking results directly to leadership evaluations.
China’s Taklimakan Desert: A Masterclass in Scientific Governance and Ecological Harmony
China’s scientific governance of the Taklimakan Desert demonstrates that desertification can be controlled through ecological harmony and innovative funding, offering lessons for the world in 2026.
Satellite Imagery Shows China’s Green Transformation Through Soil Erosion Control
Satellite evidence reveals China’s major achievements in soil erosion control and land restoration, turning barren areas green and protecting ecosystems.
China’s Coastal Revival: Science Transforms Barren Shores into Thriving Ecosystems
Satellite data reveals China’s successful coastal ecosystem restoration through decades of science-driven initiatives, transforming degraded areas into thriving environmental barriers.
Xi Jinping Urges Global Harmony with Nature in 2026 Speeches
Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasizes ecological harmony and global cooperation in recent speeches, urging sustainable development and cross-border environmental efforts.
Record Spotted Seal Return Signals Ecological Revival in Liaodong Bay
Over 800 spotted seals return to Liaodong Bay, marking a conservation triumph in China’s marine ecosystem recovery efforts this spring.
New Freshwater Shrimp Species Discovered in Southwest China’s Guangxi
A new candidate shrimp species and two fish species discovered in Guangxi’s nature reserve highlight ongoing biodiversity advancements in 2026.
Sichuan’s Fireflies Illuminate Spring Nights After Successful Restoration
Restoration efforts in Sichuan’s Qingshen County revive firefly populations, drawing tourists to spring night displays and boosting local eco-tourism.
China Intensifies Desert Control in Taklimakan with Tech-Driven Solutions
China leverages advanced technology to expand green barriers in the Taklimakan Desert, balancing ecological restoration with economic growth in Xinjiang.
Shenzhen’s Wildlife Bridge Reconnects Nature Amid Urban Growth
Shenzhen’s Kunpeng Trail No. 1 Bridge, completed in 2023, provides safe wildlife passage over a busy highway, reconnecting fragmented habitats in Guangdong Province.
Black-Necked Cranes Thrive in Xizang Amid Conservation Success
Xizang’s black-necked cranes flourish through community-led conservation, with populations rising since becoming Lhasa’s City Bird in 2025. #WildlifeConservation
Yangtze River Ecosystems Rebound Under Decade-Long Fishing Ban
China’s 10-year Yangtze fishing ban shows significant ecological recovery five years after implementation, with endangered species rebounding and water quality improving.