The 17th session of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification is underway in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The conference is divided into blue and green zones; the blue zone hosts official meetings, while the green zone showcases Mongolian culture and provides a space for environmental discussions, private sector engagement, and public outreach. A photo report highlights the various aims of those attending the green zone, focusing on innovative solutions. One group of young entrepreneurs is seeking investment for projects including supersonic rockets, cloud-seeding technology to increase rainfall, and satellite data machines aimed at reversing desertification by 90% within a year. While such advancements may seem distant to those facing everyday challenges, these innovators demonstrate boundless ambition in addressing global issues. The green zone also features exhibition halls and spaces for public engagement with these new ideas.