Desert reborn: Inner Mongolia leads a tech-driven green revolution #CGTN

For decades, China has been combating desertification – one of the country’s most persistent environmental and economic challenges. Since the late 20th century, ecological restoration has been seen as a driver of sustainable growth. Inner Mongolia, once a major source of sandstorms, has become a key testing ground for this new green economic vision. Here, innovation meets policy. Local teams are experimenting with advanced sand control methods such as hydrogel soil stabilizers and biological barriers. These technologies help retain moisture, restore vegetation and transform shifting sands into productive land. The result is environmental recovery and the creation of new opportunities in eco-tourism, green agriculture and renewable energy – turning “green resources” into “golden assets.” Inner Mongolia’s story reflects China’s evolving economic philosophy: growth must go hand in hand with environmental harmony. From national strategy to grassroots innovation, desert control is no longer just about survival – it’s about reshaping the future economy through sustainability and science.
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