City Life, But Make It Green 🌳
Imagine waking up in a city where a lush park is just a few steps away and the air feels fresh and clean. That's exactly the vibe over at the Xiong'an New Area in the Chinese mainland! 🏙️✨
Since its journey began in 2017, Xiong'an has been on a mission to turn the urban landscape into a green paradise. In just nine years, the region has boosted its forest coverage from a modest 11% to a whopping 35.1%. Talk about a massive glow-up! 🌲📈
The '3-1-300' Rule: Nature on Speed-Dial 📍
To make sure every resident gets their daily dose of nature, Xiong'an has implemented a super strict "3-1-300" access standard. Here is the breakdown of how it works:
- 3 km: A forest within reach.
- 1 km: A green belt nearby.
- 300 meters: A park just around the corner.
Basically, residents can literally look out their windows and see greenery, or take a quick stroll to a park in just a few minutes. It is a total nature lover's dream! 🌸🚶♂️
More Than Just Trees 💼
But it is not all about the plants. Xiong'an is also becoming a major hub for business and innovation. Over the last nine years, more than 400 branches of state-owned enterprises have set up shop here. This move does more than just add to the life of the capital; it boosts the coordinated development of the entire Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. 🚀
Xiong'an is proving that we do not have to choose between a booming economy and a healthy planet. Who is adding this futuristic green city to their travel bucket list? 🌍💬
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
