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Dust Storm as an Environmental Problem in North China

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  • Yufu Chen

    (Chinese Academy of Sciences, 3 Datun Road, Beijing 100101, Institute of Geographical Sciences and Natural Resources Research)

  • Qiangguo Cai

    (Chinese Academy of Sciences, 3 Datun Road, Beijing 100101, Institute of Geographical Sciences and Natural Resources Research)

  • Haiping Tang

    (Beijing Normal University, 19 Xinjiekouwai Street, Beijing 100875, Institute of Resources Science, Key Laboratory of Environmental Change and Natural Disaster Ministry of Education of China)

Abstract

Dust storms in north China, which are associated with land deterioration from increasing human pressures, have intensified over the past decades. Although synoptic meteorological conditions and sedimental environments dictate the occurrence of dust storms, their increase in frequency in north China due to human activities can be expected. Sand stabilization and control projects may be compromised by the pursuit of short-term economic returns and lack of systematic and integrated understanding of land degradation. Two actions are recommended as positive responses to escalating dust storms in north China. A policy of long-term ecologically sustainable development strategies is needed as well as a scientific research initiative combining biophysical and socioeconomic aspects.

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  • Yufu Chen & Qiangguo Cai & Haiping Tang, 2003. "Dust Storm as an Environmental Problem in North China," Environmental Management, Springer, vol. 32(4), pages 413-417, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:envman:v:32:y:2003:i:4:d:10.1007_s00267-003-0042-1
    DOI: 10.1007/s00267-003-0042-1
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