This written assignment is concerned with the economic boom in China and its negative side effects. After a short introduction about the economic development in China, the types of pollutions and the changes are going to be explained. There will be a schedule of the most significant pollution-types and an explanation what China actually does against the environmental pollution. Afterwards there will be a statement about the future prospects. At least a resume about all those facts in form of a conclusion takes place.
In the year 2010, China replaced Japan as the second largest economy in the world. The Chinese economy has continued to grow strongly in recent years and even during the global economic crisis. Nevertheless, the economic boom in China has also had negative side effects. There are continual negative headlines about the environmental pollution in China.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- The economic development of China
- Environmental pollution/changes through the economic boom
- Air-pollution
- The blacklist
- International comparison
- Causes of air pollution
- Water pollution
- Freshwater
- Algae bloom
- Forests
- Desertification
- Air-pollution
- China´s Action plan on Environment and Health (2007-2015)
- Guideline to China´s Action plan
- Future prospects
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This work explores the economic boom in China and its adverse environmental consequences. It aims to explain the types of pollution, the changes in the environment, and China's actions to combat these issues. Additionally, it will provide insights into future prospects.
- The impact of China's economic boom on the environment
- Types of environmental pollution (air, water, deforestation)
- China's environmental policies and action plans
- The challenges and future prospects of balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction provides context by outlining the economic growth of China and highlighting the associated environmental challenges. Chapter 2 examines the historical development of China's economy from its post-war state to its rapid industrialization.
Chapter 3 delves into the various types of environmental pollution, including air pollution with its causes and international comparisons, and water pollution, focusing on freshwater resources and the problem of algae bloom. The chapter also explores deforestation and the phenomenon of desertification.
Chapter 4 discusses China's action plan on environment and health, outlining its main objectives and strategies for achieving sustainable development. Chapter 5 examines the future prospects of China's environmental situation, highlighting the need for change and the impact of the Action plan.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key terms and concepts explored in this text include economic boom, environmental pollution, air pollution, water pollution, deforestation, desertification, sustainable development, China's Action plan on Environment and Health, ecological industrial culture, ecosystem.
- Quote paper
- Johannes Koch (Author), 2013, The Economic Boom in China and its Influence on the Environment, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/432653
