Study: New actions needed to save soil

China needs to develop its comprehensive soil protection law, along with incentives such as special funds to support conservation efforts, because the country is confronted with worsening soil pollution mainly because of human activities, a recent study said.

Among the policies, the Action Plan on Soil Pollution Prevention and Control, a national campaign targeting pollution, is expected facilitate soil conservation nationwide.

"China lacks regulations on soil pollution management ... and financial guarantees for soil remediation, which potentially require major funds," said Wang Shuyi, co-chair of the Soil Pollution Management Policy Study undertaken by the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development.