Chinese Mainland Targets Severe Air Pollution Elimination by 2025
The Chinese mainland sets a bold target to eliminate severe air pollution by 2025 through enhanced pollution control and emission reduction efforts.
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China to Launch Nationwide Tagging System for Ancient Trees
The Chinese mainland is set to launch a nationwide tagging system to protect ancient and notable trees, reinforcing their status as green national treasures.
Maldives Aims to Plant 2 Million Trees by 2025
The Maldives aims to plant 2 million trees by 2025 as part of its Five Million Tree Plantation Program to combat climate change and protect biodiversity.
Brazil Takes Major Steps to Reverse Amazon Deforestation
Brazil is making significant progress in reducing Amazon deforestation, pledging to halt further destruction and restore damaged areas at the latest UN climate conference.
World Wetlands Day 2025: Preserving Vital Ecosystems for a Sustainable Future
Wetlands are crucial for biodiversity and climate protection. On World Wetlands Day 2025, explore their importance, the threats they face, and global efforts to preserve these vital ecosystems.
Human-Elephant Conflict Claims Over 3,000 Elephants in Sri Lanka
Over 3,000 wild elephants and nearly 1,200 people have died in Sri Lanka from human-elephant conflict between 2015 and 2024, according to Environment Minister Dammika Patabendi.
China Plants 4.45 Million Hectares of Trees in 2024, Enhances Grassland Conservation
China has planted 4.45 million hectares of trees and improved 3.22 million hectares of grassland in 2024, showcasing its dedication to environmental conservation and ecological restoration.
New Book Unveils Xi Jinping’s Vision on Ecological Civilization
An insightful new book offers a deep dive into Xi Jinping’s vision for ecological civilization, exploring the principles shaping China’s environmental policies.
Hanoi Becomes World’s Most Polluted City: Asia News Wrap
Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi, has recently become the world’s most polluted city, raising health and environmental concerns among residents.
Australia Experiences Record-Breaking Hottest Spring
Australia records its hottest spring ever, with temperatures exceeding the long-term average by over two degrees Celsius, highlighting a concerning trend in climate change.
China’s Air and Water Quality Improve in First Three Quarters of 2024
New data reveals significant improvements in China’s air and water quality during the first nine months of 2024, highlighting the nation’s ongoing efforts in environmental protection.
Hundreds March in Ghana Against Dangerous Illegal Gold Mining
Hundreds marched in Accra, Ghana’s capital, protesting against unlicensed gold mining known as “galamsey.” They called on authorities to act against the dangerous and environmentally damaging practice.
Mongolia Plants 84 Million Trees Since 2021 to Combat Desertification
Mongolia has planted 84 million trees since 2021 as part of its ambitious “Billion Trees” campaign to combat desertification and land degradation by 2030.
China’s Ambitious National Parks: Unveiling the Wild 42%
China is unveiling an ambitious plan to conserve its vast wilderness, covering 42% of the nation, through the creation of national parks. We explore how these parks function in this expansive landscape.
From Desert to Forest: China’s Journey Towards Harmony with Nature
China’s efforts to promote harmony between man and nature have transformed deserts into forests. Discover how generations turned the Mu Us Desert’s barren sands into thriving green landscapes.
GMS Ministers Unite in Phnom Penh to Protect Environmental Treasures
Environment ministers from the Greater Mekong Subregion convened in Phnom Penh to discuss strategies for safeguarding environmental treasures and enhancing cooperation against pressing challenges like climate change and biodiversity loss.
African Voices on China: Shared Cultures and Growing Cooperation
As the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation nears, Africans share insights on deepening ties with China, highlighting shared cultures, trade, and environmental partnerships.
China’s National Ecology Day 2023: Key Insights into Environmental Progress
August 15 celebrates China’s National Ecology Day. Explore the key findings from the 2023 environmental report highlighting China’s progress and challenges in ecological conservation.
Deforestation in Amazon Drops to Lowest Level Since 2016, Brazil Reports
Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest has slowed by nearly half, reaching its lowest level since 2016, according to new satellite data released by the government.
Inner Mongolia Leads China’s Carbon Sink Efforts with Forests, Grasslands, and Wetlands
Inner Mongolia’s forests, grasslands, and wetlands have absorbed 119 million tonnes of carbon, ranking first in China, with total carbon reserves of 10.54 billion tonnes, according to local authorities.