NASA's Earth Observatory recently published a striking feature titled "Building a Solar Great Wall in China", showcasing satellite images that reveal a transformative solar power project in the Kubuqi Desert in Ordos, North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region.

The images compare the site as it appeared on Dec 20, 2017, when it was a barren desert, with what it looked like on Dec 8, 2024 – a sprawling solar power base.

The Earth Observatory noted, "The Kubuqi Desert, once a sea of lifeless dunes nicknamed the 'Sea of Death', has become a 'sea of potential' with the installation of extensive solar panels.”

According to NASA, the Kubuqi Desert's ample sunlight, flat terrain, and proximity to industrial centers make it an ideal location for solar energy generation.

Among the achievements is the “Junma” solar station, whose panels form a giant horse-shaped pattern. This project was recognized by Guinness World Records in July 2019 as the largest solar panel graphic installation in the world.

In addition to energy generation, the solar panels also serve as an innovative tool for combating desertification. The installation reduces water evaporation, and the site employs a unique model of "power generation above, land restoration below, and cultivation in between." This approach not only aids in growing grass and windbreak crops beneath the panels but also contributes to stabilizing the shifting sands.