The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is going all-in on Mother Earth! 🌍 The bloc has declared 2024 its "Year of Ecology" and 2025 its "Year of Sustainable Development," rallying members to tackle climate change and boost green growth. Think of it as a global eco-squad with serious squad goals.
By the Numbers 📊
Member states are making varied progress: India protects 4.5% of its land, Tajikistan leads with 22.6%, while China and Russia clock in at 14.7% and 8.6%, respectively. China’s also flexing its green muscles 💪—forest coverage hit 25%+ in 2024, with forest stock topping 20 billion cubic meters (that’s like 8 billion Olympic pools!).
Why It Matters 🌿
From carbon cuts to wildlife conservation, the SCO’s push mirrors Gen Z’s climate urgency. As one expert put it: "This isn’t just policy—it’s survival mode." With Central Asia’s glaciers melting faster than a TikTok trend, collaboration is key.
Stay tuned for more updates as the SCO turns sustainability talk into action! 🚀
