Supplying a greener industry
Globalisation has powered economic growth in developing countries such as China. Global logistics, low domestic production costs, and strong consumer demand have let the country develop strong export-based manufacturing, making the country the workshop of the world. It fuels growth and helps pull millions out of poverty.
However, this massive export-oriented industry, along with the expansion of production to meet rising domestic demand, has taken a toll on the environment. While cheap products are exported to western countries, the waste is dumped mostly in China's backyard, contaminating its air, water, soil and seas. At present, about 60% of its fresh water is contaminated, and about half its major cities do not meet the country's modest air-quality standards.… Seguir leyendo »