B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management (177)
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Presence and Functionality of Rangeland Management Institutions: The Case of Insindi Smallholder Resettlement in Gwanda, Zimbabwe
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 8
The Fast Track Land Reform in Zimbabwe adversely affected environmental management. The study sought to establish the presence and functionality of institutions for rangeland management in Zimbabwe in Fast Track Resettlement areas. Data was collected using questionnaires and interviews. A total of 30 questionnaires were administered on each household, randomly selected to get their persp...
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Authors Onalenna GwateRead Journal Click Here
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Climate Change is Human Induced?
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 8
Climate is the most vital element of our planet and its live ability is key concern for every habitat. From Silent Spring till present debate is on about humankind’s impact on nature. Since its establishment in 1988, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has been playing pivotal role in raising public concerns on human-induced climate change through its va...
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Authors Ashutosh MishraRead Journal Click Here
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Analysis of Outputs of a Planning Process: Sinza Strategic Urban Development Planning (SUDP) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 7
For several reasons, current urban development in Dar es Salaam City has not adhered to requirements of both general and detailed planning schemes. This in turn has encouraged local authorities and other stakeholders to produce planning outputs using a Strategic Urban Development Planning (SUDP) process. The methodology involved appraising a ward environmental profile; holding a stakehol...
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Authors Dr. Samson Elisha KasalaRead Journal Click Here
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Housing Condition and Health Relationships in Ijeda-Ijesa and Iloko-Ijesa, Osun State, Nigeria
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 7
This study appraises the effect of housing condition on the health of residents in Ijeda-Ijesa and Iloko-Ijesa, Osun State. Primary data was acquired through structured questionnaires administered to 25% of the residents of the two villages adopting the "stratified-systematic" sampling method. Interviews were conducted for the major stakeholders in the study. Secondary data were sourced ...
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Authors Ogundahunsi Dele Sunday, Adejuwon, Stephen AdebamboRead Journal Click Here
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Shoreline Change Detection in the Niger Delta: A Case Study of Ibeno Shoreline in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 6
This research presents remote sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS) based application in the analysis of Shoreline change in Ibeno L. G. Area, Akwa Ibom State. Satellite imageries of 1986, 2006 and 2008 were used to extract the shoreline through heads-up digitization. The rate of shoreline change was assessed using Linear Regression (LRR) and End Point Rate (EPR) methods. The s...
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Authors Uwem Jonah Ituen, Imoh Udoh Johnson, Johnbosco Chibuzo NjokuRead Journal Click Here
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Assessment of Land use and Land Cover Change in Kwale, Ndokwa-East Local Government Area, Delta State, Nigeria
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 6
The study examines land use and land cover change in Kwale Ndokwa-East Local Government area Delta State, Nigeria between 1975 and 2008 using GIS and remote sensing technique. The satellite data that were employed included LandSat (MSS) 1975, LandSat (TM) 1987, LandSat (ETM+) 2001, downloaded from Global Landcover Resources Website (http:www.glcf.com), while images from NigSat1 2008 were...
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Authors A. Dami.; J. O. Odihi, H. K. AyubaRead Journal Click Here
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Oil Pollution and Water Quality in the Niger Delta: Implications for the Sustainability of the Mangrove Ecosystem
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 6
Water pollution from crude oil spills in the mangrove ecosystem was investigated employing water samples obtained from three different locations in the Niger Delta. Focused group discussions were held and comprehensive questionnaires were administered to the residents in the three communities where the water samples were collected. The results of the study showed that oil activities have...
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Authors Emuedo, O.A, Anoliefo, G.O, Emuedo, C.ORead Journal Click Here
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Global Climatic Change in Nigeria: A Reality or Mirage
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 6
Emphasis on climate change studies have been more on global whereas the effects are mainly at regional and national levels. It is on this premise that this study investigated the effect on climate change and global warming from the Nigerian perspective. Climatic data (Mean annual and monthly rainfall and temperature) from 30 synoptic stations, for 80 years were collected from the Nigeria...
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Authors Ojekunle Z.O., Oyebamji F.F., Olatunde K.A., Amujo B.T., Ojekunle V.O, Sangowusi O.RRead Journal Click Here
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Women’s Vulnerabilities Due to the Impact of Climate Change: Case from Satkhira Region of Bangladesh
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 5
Bangladesh is recognized as one of the worst affected countries of the world due to climate induced disasters. The disadvantageous geographical setting along with various socioeconomic factors is triggering the vulnerabilities of people. The impacts of climate change are multifaceted and disproportionately distributed regardless of race, caste, ethnicity, sex and level of income. The per...
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Authors Md. Sanaul Haque MondalRead Journal Click Here
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Analysis of Residents usage of Household Materials and Vulnerability to Indoor Pollution in Ogbomoso, Nigeria
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 5
The paper investigates the residents’ level of usage on sources and vulnerability of urban residents to indoor pollution in Ogbomoso. It utilized multistage method of sampling to distribute a total of three hundred and seventy three (373) structured questionnaires to residents in the selected forty eight localities. Likert scale rating was employed to examine residentÃ...
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Authors Abolade Olajoke, Odunjo, Oluronke Omolola, Kehinde, Olamiju JohnRead Journal Click Here
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Sensitivity Maps in Environmental Impact Studies
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 5
Environmental Sensitivity is closely linked to the concepts of reception or absorption (recovery)that have environmental components, such capabilities must be addressed in a holistic and integrated for analysis of constructive alternatives to incorporate infrastructure. Environmental Sensitivity Maps are undoubtedly important to define a priori the contingency plans, corrective actions, ...
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Authors Virgilio Nu00c3u00bau00c3u00b1ezRead Journal Click Here
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Investigating the Applicability of Adaptive Comfort Model in a Naturally Ventilated Student Housing in Nigeria
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 4
Thermal comfort, influenced by thermal sensation isan important building performance indicator. In the context ofthis work, the applicability of adaptive comfort model (ACM) tosimulatethethermalcomfortlevelinanaturallyventilatedhostel building at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeriawas investigated. The applicability of ACM was investigated bydetermined the neutral and comfort te...
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Authors Olanipekun Emmanuel AbiodunRead Journal Click Here
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Source Identification and Distribution of Toxic Trace Metals in Respirable Dust (PM10) in Brasscity of India
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 5
This study assessed the concentration of PM10 and trace metals at six sites with different land uses during the period of one year. Metals concentrations of PM10 were analyzed using ICP-OES. Highest concentrations of PM10were recorded in winter and lower in monsoon at all the study sites. The concentrations of trace metals in PM10 were observed in the following order: Zn > Fe > Cu >Al > ...
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Authors Raina Pal, Atul Kumar, Akhil Gupta, Mahima, Anamika TripathiRead Journal Click Here
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Mapping the Spatial Distribution of Health Care Facilities of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in Kaduna North and South Local Governments, Kaduna State, Nigeria
Published In: GJHSS Part: B: Geography, Geo-Sciences Environmental Science & Disaster Management Volume: 14 Issue: 5
This research focused on the identification and mapping of the spatial distribution of health care facilities of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) projects in Kaduna North and South Local Governments, Kaduna State, Nigeria. The research utilized the technology of Geographic Information Systems to add value to information for public health facilities mapping, planning and decision m...
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Authors Abbas, Idowu Innocent, Abdulqadir, Hussain Zaguru, Mohammed Nanoh BELLORead Journal Click Here
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