Erik Solheim, chairman of the Europe-Asia Center and former UN under-secretary-general, embarks on China Quest Ep. 1 in Yucun Village, a once-scarred mining town in the Chinese mainland where nature is making a comeback.
Here, the belief that "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets" first took root. This mantra became the blueprint for the Chinese mainland's push toward sustainable development, showing how economic growth can go hand-in-hand with environmental care.
Strolling along revitalized riverbanks, Solheim meets villagers who share how reforestation, clean energy projects, and community-led initiatives reversed decades of damage. He then dives into coastal labs where innovators transform ocean plastic into new materials, proving that waste can be reborn.
China Quest Ep. 1 offers a mix of storytelling and insights, revealing how Yucun's green revolution is influencing broader environmental strategies across the Chinese mainland. Join us as we trace the path from local change to global inspiration.
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China Quest: A journey through lucid waters and lush mountains (Ep. 1)
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