Marcial Tirso G Tarun, Imee G Gumiran, Bondee L Peṅaflor
Communities’ participation has been the key strategy of the Community-Based Forest Management (CBFM) Program to achieve its ultimate goal: improving the community’s socio-economic conditions and equal access to forest resources sustainably. This report cultivates the levels and forms of participation in decision-making in the Masipi and Caligayan areas of the Philippines, adapting the “Typology of Participation” by FAO (2003). The quantitative data was collected through surveys, while the qualitative data was gathered through Focus Group Discussions (FGD) among 186 community respondents from the Masipi East Upland Famers Association (MEUFA) and Tumauini Upland Farmers Greeners Association (TUFGA), as well as the 15 implementer respondents from the Department of Natural Resources – Community Environment and Natural Resource Office (DENR-CENRO), and the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources (MENRO) of Cabagan and Tumauini, Isabela. The report found that while government personnel were actively involved, community engagement was mostly limited to consultations. Indeed, further inclusive strategies are needed. The noticeable contrast between the active implementers and the more passive community engagements highlights the necessity for strategies that enhance community involvement.
{"title":"Cultivating Multifaceted Participation in the Community-Based Forest Management (CBFM) Program in Communities of Northern Isabela","authors":"Marcial Tirso G Tarun, Imee G Gumiran, Bondee L Peṅaflor","doi":"10.54536/ajec.v3i2.3262","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajec.v3i2.3262","url":null,"abstract":"Communities’ participation has been the key strategy of the Community-Based Forest Management (CBFM) Program to achieve its ultimate goal: improving the community’s socio-economic conditions and equal access to forest resources sustainably. This report cultivates the levels and forms of participation in decision-making in the Masipi and Caligayan areas of the Philippines, adapting the “Typology of Participation” by FAO (2003). The quantitative data was collected through surveys, while the qualitative data was gathered through Focus Group Discussions (FGD) among 186 community respondents from the Masipi East Upland Famers Association (MEUFA) and Tumauini Upland Farmers Greeners Association (TUFGA), as well as the 15 implementer respondents from the Department of Natural Resources – Community Environment and Natural Resource Office (DENR-CENRO), and the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources (MENRO) of Cabagan and Tumauini, Isabela. The report found that while government personnel were actively involved, community engagement was mostly limited to consultations. Indeed, further inclusive strategies are needed. The noticeable contrast between the active implementers and the more passive community engagements highlights the necessity for strategies that enhance community involvement.","PeriodicalId":475790,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Environment and Climate","volume":"3 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141920373","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Generally, proposed areas for restoring the environment are growing in number, as are biodiversity conservation efforts in affluent nations. However, the fragmented ownership structure and management of lands, the multitude of landowners, and their diverse characteristics can present substantial obstacles to conservation endeavors. Consequently, attitudes toward conservation initiatives among landowners can vary widely, with some initiatives facing resistance while others garner consent and active participation. The study aims to systematize recent literature (2015–2024), gain knowledge of the context, and explore the social impacts of biodiversity conservation projects on land management. Globally, there is a scarcity of research aiming to establish overarching patterns. The PRISMA approach was used to conduct a rigorous publication evaluation for the current investigation. Finally, 25 identified articles were included in the study to systematize recent literature (2015–2024). To address this void, we conducted a comprehensive evaluation of the material of biodiversity conservation practices on private and public lands, aiming to construct a comprehensive framework of elements impacting the nod of approval of biodiversity conservation efforts on these lands. Our findings indicate that while conservation bodies, especially governmental bodies or non-governmental organizations (NGOs), have limited authority over individual landowners, they can enhance the adoption and perception of biodiversity conservation initiatives on land management by enhancing social communications. We developed four major recommended programs to assist in the development and implementation of biodiversity preservation programs for individuals and governments, as well as to identify actionable strategies for enhancing the social acceptance of such initiatives.
{"title":"Land Management and Adoption of Biodiversity Conservation Approaches","authors":"Kossivi Fabrice Dossa, Y. Miassi","doi":"10.54536/ajec.v3i2.3138","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajec.v3i2.3138","url":null,"abstract":"Generally, proposed areas for restoring the environment are growing in number, as are biodiversity conservation efforts in affluent nations. However, the fragmented ownership structure and management of lands, the multitude of landowners, and their diverse characteristics can present substantial obstacles to conservation endeavors. Consequently, attitudes toward conservation initiatives among landowners can vary widely, with some initiatives facing resistance while others garner consent and active participation. The study aims to systematize recent literature (2015–2024), gain knowledge of the context, and explore the social impacts of biodiversity conservation projects on land management. Globally, there is a scarcity of research aiming to establish overarching patterns. The PRISMA approach was used to conduct a rigorous publication evaluation for the current investigation. Finally, 25 identified articles were included in the study to systematize recent literature (2015–2024). To address this void, we conducted a comprehensive evaluation of the material of biodiversity conservation practices on private and public lands, aiming to construct a comprehensive framework of elements impacting the nod of approval of biodiversity conservation efforts on these lands. Our findings indicate that while conservation bodies, especially governmental bodies or non-governmental organizations (NGOs), have limited authority over individual landowners, they can enhance the adoption and perception of biodiversity conservation initiatives on land management by enhancing social communications. We developed four major recommended programs to assist in the development and implementation of biodiversity preservation programs for individuals and governments, as well as to identify actionable strategies for enhancing the social acceptance of such initiatives.","PeriodicalId":475790,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Environment and Climate","volume":"23 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141925035","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dave Louis Baptista, Lester Saldua, Winston Padre, Junior Amodo, Gladys Rañon, Marjorie Sumagit, Jasper Kim Rabago
This study aimed to examine the extent of compliance with Ordinance No. 17, series of 2022 which prohibits the use of styrofoam containers and regulates the use of single-use plastics in Cabugao Public Market. The research addresses the detrimental environmental, public health, and economic impacts of these materials. The study employed a descriptive research design and snowball sampling technique to gather data from wet market vendors through a survey-checklist. The findings indicate a high level of awareness and compliance among the vendors. All respondents were aware of the ordinance and its objectives, actively participated in regulating plastic use, and reported consistent monitoring by the local government. However, some vendors faced challenges related to customer complaints about the durability of alternative packaging and the higher cost compared to plastic bags. Vendors provided suggestions to address these issues, such as allowing the use of environmental-friendly alternative plastic bags.
{"title":"Extent of Compliance of Ordinance Prohibiting the Use of Styrofoam Containers and Regulating the Use of Single Use Plastics in Cabugao Public Market","authors":"Dave Louis Baptista, Lester Saldua, Winston Padre, Junior Amodo, Gladys Rañon, Marjorie Sumagit, Jasper Kim Rabago","doi":"10.54536/ajec.v3i2.3042","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajec.v3i2.3042","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed to examine the extent of compliance with Ordinance No. 17, series of 2022 which prohibits the use of styrofoam containers and regulates the use of single-use plastics in Cabugao Public Market. The research addresses the detrimental environmental, public health, and economic impacts of these materials. The study employed a descriptive research design and snowball sampling technique to gather data from wet market vendors through a survey-checklist. The findings indicate a high level of awareness and compliance among the vendors. All respondents were aware of the ordinance and its objectives, actively participated in regulating plastic use, and reported consistent monitoring by the local government. However, some vendors faced challenges related to customer complaints about the durability of alternative packaging and the higher cost compared to plastic bags. Vendors provided suggestions to address these issues, such as allowing the use of environmental-friendly alternative plastic bags.","PeriodicalId":475790,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Environment and Climate","volume":"6 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141797706","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Tasneem Asad, Moiz Ahmed, Simrah Malik, Fatima Ali Al Zarouni
Sustainable development has been considered as the global phenomena in every field of life. The United Nations developed a program to attain sustainability. This programme is a United Nations agency tasked help countries to eliminate poverty and achieve sustainable economic growth and human development. The UNDP emphasizes in promoting local capacity towards long-term self-sufficiency and prosperity. Therefore, this research aimed to analyse the effectiveness of UNDP climate action initiatives and outcome on local level. The study employs a research design involving the selection of previously published case studies from different regions worldwide, which highlights various climate-related challenges and the effectiveness of UNDP initiatives in addressing them. The data was collected from different sources, such as the World Bank’s official website and UNDP’s official website, and previously published studies were also utilized. Thematic analysis approach was applied to assess the implementation strategies and outcomes across different regions. The findings reveal similarities and differences in the implementation of UNDP climate action plans and the challenges countries face in executing these initiatives. Through thematic analysis and interpretation of results, the study provides valuable information for developing effective policies to address climate-related challenges. Additionally, the research also suggests directions for future studies. The thematic analysis showcases specific case studies, including renewable energy deployment in Pacific Island Nations, ecosystem restoration in the Sahel Region, climate-smart agriculture in Southeast Asia, and climate-resilient urban planning in Latin America. These cases illustrate UNDP’s commitment to promoting climate action and sustainable development through innovative projects and partnerships. This research contributes to understanding the effectiveness of UNDP’s climate action initiatives at the local level and informs future policy and programmatic efforts in this area.
{"title":"Assessing the Effectiveness of UNDP’s Climate Action Initiatives at the Local Level: A Thematic Analysis of Implementation Strategies and Outcomes","authors":"Tasneem Asad, Moiz Ahmed, Simrah Malik, Fatima Ali Al Zarouni","doi":"10.54536/ajec.v3i2.2571","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajec.v3i2.2571","url":null,"abstract":"Sustainable development has been considered as the global phenomena in every field of life. The United Nations developed a program to attain sustainability. This programme is a United Nations agency tasked help countries to eliminate poverty and achieve sustainable economic growth and human development. The UNDP emphasizes in promoting local capacity towards long-term self-sufficiency and prosperity. Therefore, this research aimed to analyse the effectiveness of UNDP climate action initiatives and outcome on local level. The study employs a research design involving the selection of previously published case studies from different regions worldwide, which highlights various climate-related challenges and the effectiveness of UNDP initiatives in addressing them. The data was collected from different sources, such as the World Bank’s official website and UNDP’s official website, and previously published studies were also utilized. Thematic analysis approach was applied to assess the implementation strategies and outcomes across different regions. The findings reveal similarities and differences in the implementation of UNDP climate action plans and the challenges countries face in executing these initiatives. Through thematic analysis and interpretation of results, the study provides valuable information for developing effective policies to address climate-related challenges. Additionally, the research also suggests directions for future studies. The thematic analysis showcases specific case studies, including renewable energy deployment in Pacific Island Nations, ecosystem restoration in the Sahel Region, climate-smart agriculture in Southeast Asia, and climate-resilient urban planning in Latin America. These cases illustrate UNDP’s commitment to promoting climate action and sustainable development through innovative projects and partnerships. This research contributes to understanding the effectiveness of UNDP’s climate action initiatives at the local level and informs future policy and programmatic efforts in this area.","PeriodicalId":475790,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Environment and Climate","volume":"15 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141351041","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Bhutan’s agriculture sector has consistently advocated sustainable agricultural practices, yet it grapples with a range of interconnected challenges. These challenges encompass limited arable land, labour shortages, human-wildlife conflicts, and inadequate irrigation facilities, outbreaks of pests and diseases, and impacts of climate change. Therefore, this study assessed the sustainability of agricultural practices at the farm level across three agro-ecological zones: dry subtropical, cool temperate, and alpine. A total of 392 households were selected through simple random sampling for face-to-face interviews. The data collection, analysis, and reporting adhered to the guidelines of Sustainable Development Goals Indicator 2.4.1. The study focused on three dimensions of sustainability, comprising eight themes and eight sub-indicators for agriculture sustainability. The sustainability status was visualized using traffic light approach: green for desirable, yellow for acceptable and red for unsustainable. Results showed social dimensions across the study areas were in a desirable status. The environmental dimension exhibited desirable status in alpine zone. However, around 60% of agricultural land in dry subtropical and 77% in cool temperate zones have acceptable fertilizer management, while about 38% and 23% respectively fall into unsustainable category. Similarly, only about 73% of agricultural areas in the cool temperate zone are in acceptable status in pesticide management, and 23% under unsustainable status. Furthermore, the economic dimension across agro-ecological zones displayed unsustainable status in farm output value with 30% of farms in cool temperate, 78% in dry subtropical, and 74% in alpine zones. Strategic interventions are imperative in addressing economic and environmental dimensions to promote resilient and sustainable agricultural practices in Bhutan and analogous regions. Findings underscore the importance of identifying that similar impacts could potentially extend to other dry subtropical regions worldwide.
{"title":"Sustainability of Agricultural Practices in Various Agro-Ecological Zones of Bhutan","authors":"Priyanka Rai, Tulsi Gurung, Thubten Sonam","doi":"10.54536/ajec.v3i1.2535","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajec.v3i1.2535","url":null,"abstract":"Bhutan’s agriculture sector has consistently advocated sustainable agricultural practices, yet it grapples with a range of interconnected challenges. These challenges encompass limited arable land, labour shortages, human-wildlife conflicts, and inadequate irrigation facilities, outbreaks of pests and diseases, and impacts of climate change. Therefore, this study assessed the sustainability of agricultural practices at the farm level across three agro-ecological zones: dry subtropical, cool temperate, and alpine. A total of 392 households were selected through simple random sampling for face-to-face interviews. The data collection, analysis, and reporting adhered to the guidelines of Sustainable Development Goals Indicator 2.4.1. The study focused on three dimensions of sustainability, comprising eight themes and eight sub-indicators for agriculture sustainability. The sustainability status was visualized using traffic light approach: green for desirable, yellow for acceptable and red for unsustainable. Results showed social dimensions across the study areas were in a desirable status. The environmental dimension exhibited desirable status in alpine zone. However, around 60% of agricultural land in dry subtropical and 77% in cool temperate zones have acceptable fertilizer management, while about 38% and 23% respectively fall into unsustainable category. Similarly, only about 73% of agricultural areas in the cool temperate zone are in acceptable status in pesticide management, and 23% under unsustainable status. Furthermore, the economic dimension across agro-ecological zones displayed unsustainable status in farm output value with 30% of farms in cool temperate, 78% in dry subtropical, and 74% in alpine zones. Strategic interventions are imperative in addressing economic and environmental dimensions to promote resilient and sustainable agricultural practices in Bhutan and analogous regions. Findings underscore the importance of identifying that similar impacts could potentially extend to other dry subtropical regions worldwide.","PeriodicalId":475790,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Environment and Climate","volume":" 23","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140385042","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. M. El-Toony, Ahmed H Rajab, Ghada A Eid, Nabila M Maziad
The different pollutants in the groundwater can be successfully excluded using potential gamma irradiation. Smart gamma irradiation coupled with ozonation can degrade most of the organic pollutants. Many pollutants’ parameters can be managed, such as total organic carbon (TOC), total dissolved solids (TDS), chemical oxygen demand (COD), biological oxygen demand (BOD), and turbidity. The disinfection of many bacterial cells has been successfully performed besides the deactivation of rotavirus. Based on this manner, the simulated triclosan (TC) can be completely degraded using two techniques of irradiation: reduction and oxidation status. The metals polluting the understudied groundwater can be nearly completely removed by using gamma irradiation under reduction conditions. The applied gamma irradiation can precipitate metal ions such as cadmium, mercury, and lead (in atomic form) in the simulated wastewater, and groundwater. Different patterns seriously influenced the metal ions removal, such as different hydroxyl scavenges and sample gassing with different gasses (hydrogen, nitrogen, and air). This technique results in metal ions decontamination yielding 99.4%, 97.8%, and 96.9%, for cadmium, mercury, and lead ions respectively at the optimum conditions.
{"title":"Application of Gamma Irradiation in Groundwater Treatment Using Different Techniques","authors":"M. M. El-Toony, Ahmed H Rajab, Ghada A Eid, Nabila M Maziad","doi":"10.54536/ajec.v3i1.2480","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajec.v3i1.2480","url":null,"abstract":"The different pollutants in the groundwater can be successfully excluded using potential gamma irradiation. Smart gamma irradiation coupled with ozonation can degrade most of the organic pollutants. Many pollutants’ parameters can be managed, such as total organic carbon (TOC), total dissolved solids (TDS), chemical oxygen demand (COD), biological oxygen demand (BOD), and turbidity. The disinfection of many bacterial cells has been successfully performed besides the deactivation of rotavirus. Based on this manner, the simulated triclosan (TC) can be completely degraded using two techniques of irradiation: reduction and oxidation status. The metals polluting the understudied groundwater can be nearly completely removed by using gamma irradiation under reduction conditions. The applied gamma irradiation can precipitate metal ions such as cadmium, mercury, and lead (in atomic form) in the simulated wastewater, and groundwater. Different patterns seriously influenced the metal ions removal, such as different hydroxyl scavenges and sample gassing with different gasses (hydrogen, nitrogen, and air). This technique results in metal ions decontamination yielding 99.4%, 97.8%, and 96.9%, for cadmium, mercury, and lead ions respectively at the optimum conditions.","PeriodicalId":475790,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Environment and Climate","volume":" 26","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140216191","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Oscar P Cardenas, Geraldine J Paguigan, Melanie S. Subilla
The National Greening Program is the most extensive reforestation program in the Philippines. It aimed for climate change mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and food security. This paper provides initial information on the performance of NGP in Northern Isabela, focusing on the general information of the plantation site, the participation of stakeholders, and the implementation of selected forestry management strategies. Three sites were considered, which are located in Delfin Albano, Cabagan, and San Pablo, Isabela. Findings revealed that the plantation sites were grasslands and previously were of corn plantations. Yemane is the common species planted in the three study sites because it is less susceptible to the effects of drought, fire, pests, diseases, and typhoons, according to the implementers. Other tree species planted in Delfin Albano are teak, kadamba, acacia, and mahogany. It was further validated during the field site visit and inspection that the above-mentioned tree species have 100% survival because the implementers were equipped with knowledge on some silvicultural strategies for maintaining the plantation. Implementers considered the period of planting, the ideal size of seedlings, the proper spacing, fertilization requirements, and intermediate treatments for sanitation. Nevertheless, it is recommended to all plantations that the implementers should integrate agroforestry crops in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture. Finally, since the DENR was tasked with the monitoring and validation of the performance of the program, the DENR should also partner with various research institutions, including academic institutions, to assess the progress of the NGP for enhancement.
{"title":"Silvicultural Management Strategies: A Determinant for a Successful NGP Plantation in Northern Isabela, Philippines","authors":"Oscar P Cardenas, Geraldine J Paguigan, Melanie S. Subilla","doi":"10.54536/ajec.v3i1.2205","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajec.v3i1.2205","url":null,"abstract":"The National Greening Program is the most extensive reforestation program in the Philippines. It aimed for climate change mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and food security. This paper provides initial information on the performance of NGP in Northern Isabela, focusing on the general information of the plantation site, the participation of stakeholders, and the implementation of selected forestry management strategies. Three sites were considered, which are located in Delfin Albano, Cabagan, and San Pablo, Isabela. Findings revealed that the plantation sites were grasslands and previously were of corn plantations. Yemane is the common species planted in the three study sites because it is less susceptible to the effects of drought, fire, pests, diseases, and typhoons, according to the implementers. Other tree species planted in Delfin Albano are teak, kadamba, acacia, and mahogany. It was further validated during the field site visit and inspection that the above-mentioned tree species have 100% survival because the implementers were equipped with knowledge on some silvicultural strategies for maintaining the plantation. Implementers considered the period of planting, the ideal size of seedlings, the proper spacing, fertilization requirements, and intermediate treatments for sanitation. Nevertheless, it is recommended to all plantations that the implementers should integrate agroforestry crops in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture. Finally, since the DENR was tasked with the monitoring and validation of the performance of the program, the DENR should also partner with various research institutions, including academic institutions, to assess the progress of the NGP for enhancement.","PeriodicalId":475790,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Environment and Climate","volume":"48 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140259076","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
This study intends to analyze climate change impact and readiness in the Sunyani Municipality, with an emphasis on land cover changes, climate mitigation activities, and disaster risk mapping. Land cover mapping using satellite photos from 1990 to 2020 shows a significant conversion of rural lands into agricultural and urban regions, with 62% of agricultural lands being repurposed for physical development. Climate change prevention initiatives by key organizations, such as NADMO and GNFS, are praiseworthy, but they confront problems such as limited resources. The Vulnerability Theory is used to identify the linked components that influence sensitivity to climate change impacts. Disaster risk mapping identifies flood-prone areas, putting 7,695 buildings and critical facilities at risk, underlining the importance of strong emergency response strategies. The report suggests improved spatial planning, regular reviews of development in flood-prone areas, and stakeholder collaboration to achieve full climate resilience. Finally, the findings emphasize the importance of proactive steps in moving Sunyani Municipality toward a more resilient and climate-ready future.
{"title":"Navigating Climate Challenges: A Comprehensive Assessment of Climate Change Impact and Preparedness in Sunyani Municipal","authors":"Kwadwo Wanyor, Thomas D Morkla","doi":"10.54536/ajec.v3i1.2422","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajec.v3i1.2422","url":null,"abstract":"This study intends to analyze climate change impact and readiness in the Sunyani Municipality, with an emphasis on land cover changes, climate mitigation activities, and disaster risk mapping. Land cover mapping using satellite photos from 1990 to 2020 shows a significant conversion of rural lands into agricultural and urban regions, with 62% of agricultural lands being repurposed for physical development. Climate change prevention initiatives by key organizations, such as NADMO and GNFS, are praiseworthy, but they confront problems such as limited resources. The Vulnerability Theory is used to identify the linked components that influence sensitivity to climate change impacts. Disaster risk mapping identifies flood-prone areas, putting 7,695 buildings and critical facilities at risk, underlining the importance of strong emergency response strategies. The report suggests improved spatial planning, regular reviews of development in flood-prone areas, and stakeholder collaboration to achieve full climate resilience. Finally, the findings emphasize the importance of proactive steps in moving Sunyani Municipality toward a more resilient and climate-ready future.","PeriodicalId":475790,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Environment and Climate","volume":"82 16","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139959914","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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