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The article explains that landfills are the most commonly used solution. It usually takes five to six years to build one. While such a project requires huge investment, often the most important issue is finding an acceptable location. Stringent criteria must be applied to ensure underground water supplies remain unpolluted, and that as little smell as possible escapes if residents live close by. Beijing's latest plan includes lowering landfill treatment and funding more bio-treatment plants. Technological improvements, along with more public investment, will hopefully catch up with the growing mountains. But sustainable solutions reside in society-wide contribution.
The writer of the article argues that the government should encourage innovation in garbage treatment and introduce incentives and favorable policies to business in this area. He adds that, even more pressing is the need to decrease garbage volumes and encourage better sorting by citizens. To achieve this goal, more education, and stricter penalties and rewards are needed.
In addition, the article suggests a change in lifestyle to reduce the volume of garbage should be encouraged. It says there is a thin line between "good items" and "garbage," and that traditional Chinese values like thrift and respect for food could help shift citizens' thinking in favor of the environment.