The Economic Times

In 1995, John D. Liu filmed 1 Loess Plateau project in China where slopes were terraced, vegetation restored and water managed. 25 years later, 35,000 sq km had recovered

China's Loess Plateau, once severely eroded, underwent significant ecological recovery. Communities actively participated in restoration efforts, receiving incentives for their work. Vegetation cover increased, and biodiversity returned to the landscape over time. This project demonstrated that degraded land can be restored with proper community engagement. The lessons learned offer valuable insights for ecological rehabilitation globally.