American Journal of Environmental Protection

Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024

  • Review Article

    Climate Change and Prosopis Juliflora: Impact on Rangelands in the Afar Region, Ethiopia: A Review

    Melese Tadesse Morebo*

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024
    Pages: 175-185
    Received: 2 September 2024
    Accepted: 29 October 2024
    Published: 22 November 2024
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    Abstract: This literature review examines the dual impact of climate change and the invasive species Prosopis juliflora on rangelands in the Afar Region of Ethiopia. Climate change has intensified environmental stressors in this arid region, leading to increased temperatures and erratic rainfall patterns, which threaten the productivity of rangelands. Concur... Show More
  • Research Article

    Assessment of the Healthcare Waste Infrastructure at Kambia Government Hospital, Sierra Leone

    Abubakarr Mohamed Kamara, Gibrilla Thullah, Hamidu David Mansaray, Yahaya Kudush Kawa*

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024
    Pages: 186-191
    Received: 9 October 2024
    Accepted: 31 October 2024
    Published: 26 November 2024
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    Abstract: This study assessed the healthcare waste management (HCWM) infrastructure at Kambia Government Hospital (KGH), Sierra Leone. We evaluated various aspects of HCWM, including waste segregation, storage, collection, transportation, and disposal. Our findings revealed critical deficiencies, such as inadequate storage facilities, insufficient waste bins... Show More
  • Research Article

    Study of the Biomass of Macrophytes Presumed to Be Phytopurators in Wastewater Treatment in Brazzaville (Republic of Congo)

    Dielé Mouko Gavin-Rolin*, Madiélé Mabika Aimé Bertrand, Mbemba Kielé Molingo, Louboungou Makaya Raïssa Jeannette, Ouamba Jean-Maurille

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024
    Pages: 192-200
    Received: 21 July 2024
    Accepted: 10 August 2024
    Published: 28 November 2024
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    Abstract: The aim of this work is to study the biomass of macrophytes during the wastewater phytoremediation process. To do this, a physicochemical characterization of these waters, including temperature, pH, EC, COD, NH4+, NO3-, and PO43- was carried out and first revealed the very high concentrations. Then, a treatment was done with two types of macrophyte... Show More
  • Research Article

    Navigating Climate Challenges: Socio-Economic Impacts in Beledweyne District, Hirshabelle State, Somalia

    Mahad Abdi Mohamed*, Omar Aweis Ali, Abdiaziz Yusuf Abdullahi, Salma Abdulkadir Mohamed, Deka Ahmed Siad

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024
    Pages: 201-208
    Received: 9 October 2024
    Accepted: 4 November 2024
    Published: 28 November 2024
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    Abstract: This study examines the profound impact of climate change on socio-economic conditions in Beledweyne District, Hirshabelle State, Somalia. Using a descriptive research design, data were gathered from 123 stakeholders, including community leaders, representatives from non-governmental organizations, and internally displaced persons, through semi-str... Show More
  • Research Article

    Applications of Innovative Polygon Trend Analysis and Trend Polygon Star Concept Methods for the Variability of Precipitation at Synoptic Stations in Benin (West Africa)

    Hilaire Kougbeagbede*, Mamadou Waïdi Onah, Arnaud Houeto, Ferdinand Sourou Hounvou

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024
    Pages: 209-218
    Received: 22 October 2024
    Accepted: 9 November 2024
    Published: 28 November 2024
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    Abstract: Climate variability poses new risks and uncertainties. In the sub-Saharan region, the impacts are already being felt and represent an additional level of obstacles for most vulnerable people, as well as a threat to sustainable development. This study analyzes the variability of precipitation in Benin using new approaches. The precipitation data use... Show More