China's 'Green Great Wall' Tames Desert, But Scientists Warn Fight Continues

China's 'Green Great Wall' project has successfully tamed desert growth over 50 years, but scientists are issuing new warnings that the fight is not over. Despite significant progress, challenges remain in combating desertification.

13 Jul, 08:50 — 13 Jul, 08:50

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The ‘Green Great Wall’ of China: Scientists issue new warning despite 50 years of work to tame desert growth

For half a century, workers in northern China have been using a technique called ‘straw checkerboards’ to combat desertification

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China’s 'Green Great Wall' tames desert growth, but scientists warn the fight is not over

The ‘Green Great Wall’ of China: Scientists issue new warning despite 50 years of work to tame desert growth

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