Inside the Jinchuan Science and Technology Museum, holograms traced Jinchuan's metamorphosis — from nickel extraction to pioneering lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.

The group donned VR headsets to dive into a virtual mine, where AI optimized resource extraction in real time.

"Jinchang is rich in mineral resources. Here in Gansu, they pursue development in tandem with environmental protection,"said Karyna Kovalevska from Ukraine, highlighting the region's pioneering "mine-while-restoring" approach, which includes backfilling operations and afforestation atop mining zones.

In the Gobi Desert, the Mars Base 1 Camp captivates with its Martian-inspired domes and rover simulations, yet its true mission transcends interplanetary fantasy.

Designed as an educational nexus, the camp ignites curiosity in youth through immersive astronomy and ecology programs.

"I saw the younger kids walking inside the Mars base, their eyes wide with curiosity. They see the spaceship, stars, planets and astronaut outfits. Their curiosity is growing and the Mars program there is increasing their interest in space. I believe that's a really good program for the education of younger generations,"said Douglas Dueno, reflecting on the camp's role in fostering aspirations rooted in sustainable exploration.