Imagine a place so dry where sandstorms were part of daily life… that was the Mu Us Desert in Jingbian County, Shaanxi Province in the Chinese mainland 🌵💨.
Back in the 1980s, this area was covered by shifting dunes. But 63-year-old Guo Chengwang was not ready to give up. He grabbed a hoe, rallied his family, and started planting trees one sapling at a time 🌱.
By the 1990s, his grandson Guo Jianjun had joined the mission. Together, they braved scorching sun and unpredictable weather. Decade after decade, they have turned 3,000 hectares of barren land into a green carpet of resilience and hope 💚.
Why does this matter for young changemakers in South and Southeast Asia? Desertification is not just a faraway problem it is a global challenge. From coastal erosion in Bangladesh to drought hotspots in Indonesia, everyone has a stake in safeguarding our planet. Their story shows how community spirit and steady effort can reverse environmental damage.
Feeling inspired? Whether crowdfunding a reforestation app in Bengaluru or volunteering in a beach cleanup in Manila, small steps can make a big difference. After all, if a handful of locals can greenify thousands of hectares, imagine what a connected, techsavvy generation could achieve 🌍✨.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
