Picture this: you head out for a morning run in Shanghai once cloaked in smog, but today the sky’s a clear sapphire. Surreal, right? That’s the new reality in China’s cities 🍃
Former UN under-secretary-general Erik Solheim recently took a green quest to Anji, a county in Zhejiang Province known as the birthplace of the “two mountains” concept: the idea that lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets. This concept flipped the script, showing that environmental care can power economic growth.
In Anji, Solheim wandered through bamboo forests, toured eco-friendly farms, and met local innovators using IoT sensors to monitor air quality in real time. He saw how strict emissions standards and renewable-energy projects teamed up to cut pollution and boost green jobs.
This week at Zhejiang International Studies University, Solheim shared his top takeaways: prioritize nature-based solutions, embrace clean-tech tools, and involve communities in decision-making. For young professionals across South and Southeast Asia, these lessons are game-changers for tackling our own air-quality challenges and sparking sustainable startups 🌏💡
Solheim’s message is clear: sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the blueprint for our shared future. Are you ready to breathe easy and build a greener tomorrow?
Reference(s):
Erik Solheim: China takes the lead in the global green transition
cgtn.com
