Baseline of Pollution of Heavy Metals and Physico-chemical Parameters in Surface Sediments from Quanzhou Bay, China, in 2006-2007

Zhao, Wenlu; Wang, Jun; Huang, Peng; Huang, Dongren; Lin, Juncong; Xiao, Jiamei; Yang, Shuiyuan; Cai, Minggang

doi:10.1016/j.proenv.2012.01.299

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“…Quanzhou is nevertheless experiencing significant challenges, as very high levels of pollution by heavy metal industries are causing serious threats to the environment (Yu, 2017;Yu et al, 2008;Zhao et al, 2012). As such, the challenge for the city (as well as for many other Chinese cities) is to move away from heavy polluting industries to those that are compatible with sustainable growth.…”

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China’s economic connectivity to the world economy

Andréosso-O’Callaghan

Morales

2022

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The ambition of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is to revive the silk road of Roman times which was used by merchants to carry trade across Eurasia. China’s proclaimed aspiration is to reconnect to the world through its ancient trade corridors, and to emphasize its role as a world trade power. Should the BRI or “new silk road” be understood as efforts from President Xi Jinping to project China’s power into both Eurasia and at the global level? Should it moreover be understood as China’s step forward to fill the leadership vacuum left by a perceived weakening USA in terms of international relations? The present economic climate is characterised by uncertainty and turbulence at the global level, with some economies shifting towards protectionist practices, and others, such as the United Kingdom, trying to regain some international recognition outside the EU. This turbulent climate appears to benefit Beijing who can position itself as a new leader in the global political economy, notably through its BRI. The article discusses the issues raised by China’s ambition to shape the current international economic order.

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China’s economic connectivity to the world economy

Andréosso-O’Callaghan

Morales

2022

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“…20 A nationwide extensive survey of soils conducted between 2005 and 2013 by the Ministry of Environmental Protection of The People's Republic of China (MEP) has attracted the attention of researchers and the issue has become an increasing concern for policy makers. 8 , 21 , 22 According to the MEP, the total area of arable land polluted with heavy metals has reached 20 million hectares, accounting for approximately 16.1% of the total arable land in China. 23 Even though the problem has been known to be severe for decades, it is getting worse and there are few feasible approaches to resolving the problem.…”

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Review of the Spatial Distribution, Source and Extent of Heavy Metal Pollution of Soil in China: Impacts and Mitigation Approaches

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et al. 2018

Journal of Health and Pollution

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Background.China has undergone a rapid industrial revolution and urbanization during the past three decades. This expansion is largely responsible for the release of a large amount of heavy metals into soils and is increasingly raising concerns over the potential effects on human health and the environment. The problem is drawing increasing attention, especially after an extensive nationwide soil survey report in 2014. A number of studies have examined soil contamination by heavy metals in China. However, most of these studies have been small in scale and it is therefore challenging to get a general overview of the level of contamination across the entire country.Objectives.The present study is aimed at presenting a synthesized overview of the extent, pattern, and impact of heavy metal contamination of soils in China, including mitigation approaches.Methods.Eighty-six journal articles and other literature such as reports, internet sources, and statistical yearbooks were narratively and critically synthesized to compile a holistic summary of sources of heavy metals, the extent of pollution, spatial distribution and impact of heavy metal contamination in China. The major findings from these studies are presented, along with mitigation approaches applicable to China.Discussion.A synthesis of major findings from recent scientific journals shows that about 10.18% of farmland soils which supports 13.86% of grain production in China is affected by heavy metals. The main sources of pollution are anthropogenic activities. Even though the spatial distribution of pollution is highly variable owing to natural and human factors, provinces with intensive industrial activities such as Henan, Shandong, and Sichuan are more highly polluted than others. These regions are top grain producing areas and hence require close follow-up for development of feasible approaches to mitigating crop contamination and associated health risks emerging in parts of China. The government recently launched a program aimed at determining sound reclamation strategies.Conclusion.Mitigation of heavy metal contamination in China requires coordination of different actors and integration of all feasible reclamation approaches.Competing Interests.The authors declare no competing financial interests.

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