Chinese Scientists Use Bamboo for Great Green Wall Project

Chinese scientists turn to bamboo to strengthen the Great Green Wall

After decades of fighting desertification with straw, plants and plastic, Chinese researchers have turned to bamboo – one of the most resilient and sustainable materials on the planet. The fastest-growing plant on Earth has the potential to help overcome challenges with current sand-fixing methods including short lifespan, ecological risks and health issues. Beijing on July 22 released a five-year conservation plan for the country’s forests and grasslands, which includes projects to be...

By Victoria Bela