WATER: water transfers in China Flashcards

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what are the pros of water transfer projects in China?

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water conservation, improved irrigation, pollution treatment and environmental protection are included in the plans

will provide water for the Beijing region of China which has 35% of the population

boost economic development

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what are the cons of water transfer projects in China?

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high cost of the dam means higher cost for domestic and industrial users of water

concerns over ecological end environmental impacts along the waterways and worsening water quality

risks of draining too much water from southern China which has experienced water scarcity, creating conflict within China

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other facts

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South-North Transfer Project includes three canals that run 1300km across the east, middle and western parts of China and link the country’s four major rivers

transfer a total of 44.8 billion cubic metres of water per year

cost US$100 billion (60% central government, 40% from local authorities)

due for completion by 2050

some suggest that with better water management, this project is not needed

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