Solar trees in Great Green Wall of Africa
Solar trees in Great Green Wall of Africa
Great Green Wall of Africa, an ambitious project aiming to restore 100 million hectares of degraded land across the Sahel region by planting a 8,000 km mosaic of trees and vegetation.
This initiative involves 11 countries and aims to plant 100 billion trees, creating a natural wonder across the African continent.
Here's a breakdown:-
1) 8,000 km: -
: The total length of the planned "wall" across the Sahel region of Africa.
2) 11 Countries: -
The initiative involves the collaboration of 11 nations across the Sahel.
3) 100 Billion Trees: -
This is the ambitious target for the number of trees to be planted to restore degraded land and combat desertification.
4) Degraded Land Restoration: -
The Great Green Wall aims to restore 100 million hectares of degraded land by 2030.
Sahel Region: -
The initiative is focused on the Sahel, a semi-arid region of Africa that borders the Sahara Desert.
African-led: -
The project is led by the African Union and is a testament to African leadership in addressing climate change and environmental challenges.
The Great Green Wall is more than just planting trees. It's a comprehensive initiative designed to improve livelihoods, create jobs, and promote sustainable development in one of the world's most vulnerable regions.
It is also expected to sequester 250 million tons of carbon, contributing to global efforts to combat climate change.
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