Western Ecological Construction and Ecological Compensation—Goals, Actions, Issues, and Countermeasures

Author: Kang Muyi, Dong Shikui, Qin Yanhong (editors)
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Publish Date: 2006-02-16
Features: The Afforestation and Grassland Restoration Project launched in China's western regions in 1999 is a major ecological construction initiative. It has significantly improved the ecological and environmental conditions in the western areas but still faces two major challenges: ensuring basic living security for farmers and maintaining the long-term sustainability of ecological achievements. The authors of this book conducted thorough research and investigation on the issues arising during the Afforestation and Grassland Restoration Project. They explore how to resolve the interests coordination among various stakeholders in ecological construction projects through ecological compensation measures, thereby facilitating the transition of the ecological economy into a virtuous cycle. The book also proposes principles, objectives, and improvement plans for compensation.