Chinese Water Issues: A Sociological Study of Water Resources and Water Management

Author: Li Qiang
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: This book is based on a research project conducted by the Ministry of Water Resources. It attempts to explore the issue of water resource management in northern China from the perspective of social sciences, particularly sociology, using research methods and approaches, and seeks to find solutions. The book focuses on institutional innovation. The author first analyzes the current status of urban and rural water management in China and the severity of water problems, proposing the suggestion of "unified water resource management" and exemplifying it with "river basin unified management." Then, it provides an in-depth analysis of the introduction of market and civil forces, while also considering practical issues in implementation—emphasizing the need to address vulnerable groups. At the end of the book, there are three typical research reports and the initial survey questionnaire.