Guangdong Province of China

Research Paper # 97482

Asian Studies > East Asian Cultures
Environmental Studies > Air Pollution
Environmental Studies > Economics and Policy
Environmental Studies > Environmental Problems
Environmental Studies > Urban Issues
International Relations

An exploration into the sources of environmental impacts of industrial and urban growth within the Guangdong Province of China.

2,437 words () | 19 sources | MLA | 2006 United States

Paper Summary:

This research paper explores the implications of rapid industrial and urban growth in the Guangdong Province of China. According to the paper, there are environmental consequences of industrialization. The paper focuses on water contamination, garbage disposal and air pollution and reviews government plans to improve the situation.

Outline:
Contaminated Drinking Water: Water Pollution
Garbage Disposal
Toxic Fumes and Unclean Air Due to Air Pollution
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Because much of Guangdong relies on the Pearl River and Pearl River delta for water, the Xijiang, Beijiang, Dongjiang, Hanjiang, Rongjiang and Moyangjiang Rivers that combine to form the Pearl River, are equally as important. Since residents of Guangdong rely heavily on these rivers, the cleanliness of the water is extremely vital to their well-being. However, the scarcity of clean water remains a great problem here for many rural residents. The lack of clean water leads to a shortage of clean drinking water. This is a significant problem because a large amount of the water consumed by the general public is dirty water.This problem exists due to a couple of reasons. It is important to understand the source of the problem. Therefore, the main question is how is the water contaminated? "

Sample of Sources Used:

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Guangdong Province of China (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 13, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Research-Paper-Guangdong-Province-of-China/97482