China: A sleeping giant awakens to environment
Journal Article
·
· Forum for Applied Research and Public Policy
OSTI ID:61810
- Nanjing Normal Univ. (China)
This article discusses the approach the Chinese government is taking to environmental issues. Included are the following topics: pollution abatement; improved rural environment by curbing the production and use of highly toxic pesticides; limiting erosion; natural reserves. Problems awaiting solutions are also discussed: air pollution (particularly coal combustion); water pollution; solid-waste pollution; rural pollution; soil erosion; desertification; soil salinization; deforestation; grassland deterioration; natural disasters.
- OSTI ID:
- 61810
- Journal Information:
- Forum for Applied Research and Public Policy, Journal Name: Forum for Applied Research and Public Policy Journal Issue: 1 Vol. 10; ISSN FARPEL; ISSN 0887-8218
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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