This research paper is an effort to compare the mining and water quality policy and regulatory framework of three countries: Vietnam, China, and the United States. Many relevant issues relating to mining and water quality protection will be analyzed, in order to meet three purposes: 1) Provide...

Upstream nonpoint source pollution has become a significant threat to urban drinking water safety in the People's Republic of China. Payment for environmental services (PES) is seen as a promising mechanism to deal with the situation. In designing a sound PES, it is crucial to determine the...