Hey, winter’s here! On December 12, Beijing experienced its first snowfall of the 2025 winter season❄️. Instead of relying on chemical de-icers, the capital of the Chinese mainland is rolling out a fleet of snow plows, blowers, and manual crews to clear sidewalks and parks, cutting down on environmental impact.🌱
Why it matters: traditional salt-based de-icers can wash into waterways and soil, affecting plants and wildlife. By switching to machine-driven and hand-operated cleanup, Beijing keeps the city safe and the environment cleaner.👍
For young professionals and eco-enthusiasts across South and Southeast Asia, this move is a cool reminder that tech-savvy, sustainable solutions can reshape urban life. From solar streetlights in Mumbai to electric buses in Jakarta, green innovation is on the rise.🚀
Next time snow hits your city, imagine precision plows slicing through drifts while crews shovel with care—all working together for a safer, cleaner winter. Small changes, big impact!💪
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Beijing's snow-clearing goes green: Fewer chemicals, more machines
cgtn.com
