Mongolia is facing a severe desertification problem.
More than 70% of the country is affected by desertification
due to the rise in temperature, decrease in precipitation,
and the use of grassland for economic development.
As a result, the worsening yellow dust affects neighboring countries,
requiring international cooperation to combat desertification.

WeLoveU is participating in efforts to slow down desertification
in Mongolia through the Mom’s Garden Project.

On September 30, a cold snowy day, WeLoveU members gathered
at the International Cultural Park (IC Park) in Ulaanbaatar.
The initiative aimed to plant trees in the park in collaboration
with Ulaanbaatar Municipality and Khan-Uul District Office.

The plan was to plant trees around existing saplings in the park,
creating a 100-meter-long tree fence.

Tree Species Planted: Caragana Sinica

It increases the nitrogen content in the soil, blocks the wind,
and reduces water evaporation, which helps the growth of other plants
and the recovery of desertified land. It also thrives in harsh environments.

The members dug holes around the sapling field
and carefully planted 400 Caragana Sinica saplings.
They watered the saplings to ensure their roots settle properly
and covered them with soil.

Sugaragchaa, General Manager of Operations at IC Park

“Anyone, including individuals and organizations interested in tree planting, can participate in cultivating our park. I heard that WeLoveU carries out various volunteer activities in Mongolia beyond planting trees. I’m very happy to cooperate with the WeLoveU. I wish good health and happiness to Chairwoman Zahng Gil-jah of the WeLoveU Foundation.”

Sugaragchaa, General Manager of Operations at IC Park

Tumenjargal, Agronomist at IC Park

“We are conducting an effort to plant 8,510 trees of 44 species in this IC Park. Today, the Intl. WeLoveU Foundation members came and planted 400 trees. As the autumn tree planting campaign has begun, we encourage anyone to join the campaign to create a greener future.”

Tumenjargal, Agronomist at IC Park

Trees absorb carbon dioxide, prevent soil erosion, and help mitigate
climate change. They are also effective in combating desertification.
The Mongolian government has declared a goal of planting 1 billion trees by
2030 under the One Billion Trees campaign, while Ulaanbaatar City has launched
its own initiative to plant 120 million trees as part of this nationwide effort.

WeLoveU will continue to carry out “Mom’s Garden” projects in various places
in cooperation with the Mongolian government and local governments
to prevent desertification and create a green environment.

The members hope the planted saplings will grow tall and beautiful,
providing a shelter for citizens
and contributing to the prevention of desertification.