The Great Green Wall
Coverage of The Great Green Wall in the Nexus archive.
- Chinese scientists turn to bamboo to strengthen the Great Green Wall
Chinese scientists are using bamboo to combat desertification as part of the Great Green Wall project, replacing traditional materials like straw and plastic. Bamboo's resilience and sustainability address issues such as short lifespan and ecological risks in current sand-fixing methods. A five-year conservation plan for forests and grasslands was released by Beijing.
- 7,000 acres of mangroves restored, 4,000 more in 2026-27: Pawan Kalyan
Pawan Kalyan, the Deputy Chief Minister, announced the restoration of 7,000 acres of mangroves and plans for 4,000 more by 2026-27, highlighting the Great Green Wall as a state initiative against climate change.
- The Great Green Wall's one of the world's most ambitious eco-projects. Is it working?
The Great Green Wall is a global eco-project aiming to re-green 250 million acres, plant 4,000 miles of trees, and address issues like carbon sequestration, farmer support, and job creation. The article questions its effectiveness despite its multibillion-dollar scale.