Global Crisis Category

Land Degradation

The land degradation represents one of the most pressing challenges facing humanity today. Currently, 1 active crises are being tracked, affecting 41.5 million people worldwide. These emergencies demand immediate global attention and coordinated response efforts from governments, NGOs, and international organizations.

Active Crises

1

People Affected

41.5M

Avg Severity

8.0/10

High Severity

1

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Active Land Degradation Crises

Gobi Desert Expansion Crisis: 3,600 Square Kilometers of Farmland Lost Annually Driving Food Insecurity for Millions
Land Degradation

Gobi Desert Expansion Crisis: 3,600 Square Kilometers of Farmland Lost Annually Driving Food Insecurity for Millions

The Gobi Desert, spanning northern China and southern Mongolia, continues to expand at approximately 3,600 km² per year, converting grassland and arable land into desert due to desertification driven by overgrazing, soil erosion, and drought. This expansion contributes to dust storms affecting Beijing and eastern cities, with Central Asia experiencing widespread land degradation. Recent data from 2025-2026 confirms ongoing annual losses of 3,600 km² of grassland and 2,000 km² of topsoil in China.

Severity: 8
Impact: 41.5M
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