Research Article
Prioritization Suitable Hydropower Potential Sites Along the Furfuro River, Ethiopia
Issue:
Volume 9, Issue 1, June 2025
Pages:
1-8
Received:
23 November 2024
Accepted:
11 December 2024
Published:
23 January 2025
Abstract: Energy access is a critical factor for economic development and social progress, particularly in rural areas of developing countries like Ethiopia. This study aims to identify and prioritize suitable hydropower sites along the Furfuro River using a multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) approach, specifically the analytic hierarchy process (AHP). Five key criteria were considered: power, discharge, head, accessibility, and distance. A pairwise comparison matrix was constructed to assess the relative importance of these criteria. Normalization and critical weight calculation were performed to determine the weight of each criterion. The consistency of the pairwise comparison matrix was evaluated using the consistency ratio (CR), which was found to be acceptable. The site with the highest suitability index was ranked the most suitable for hydropower development. The findings of this study provide valuable insights for decision-makers in prioritizing hydropower development in the region, reducing reliance on traditional, harmful energy sources, and improving the quality of life for local communities along the Furfuro River. By considering multiple factors and employing the Analytic Hierarchy Process, this research contributes to sustainable energy planning and resource management.
Abstract: Energy access is a critical factor for economic development and social progress, particularly in rural areas of developing countries like Ethiopia. This study aims to identify and prioritize suitable hydropower sites along the Furfuro River using a multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) approach, specifically the analytic hierarchy process (AHP). ...
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Research Article
Geological and Anthropogenic Sources of Tin, Zinc, Cadmium, and Vanadium in Western Sokoto Basin Using Multivariate Statistical Analysis
Saadu Umar Wali*
,
Abdulqadir Abubakar Usman,
Salma Aliyu,
Hussaini Muhammad Usman,
Peter Danladi
Issue:
Volume 9, Issue 1, June 2025
Pages:
9-27
Received:
14 January 2025
Accepted:
1 February 2025
Published:
26 February 2025
Abstract: This study investigates the geological and anthropogenic sources of Tin, zinc, cadmium, and vanadium in the western Sokoto Basin, employing multivariate statistical analysis to understand their distribution, interactions, and implications for groundwater quality and environmental management. In Western Sokoto, Nigeria, this research investigates water quality in terms of temperature, pH, electrical conductivity (EC), total dissolved solids (TDS), dissolved oxygen (DO), turbidity (TUR), and concentration of some heavy metals such as zinc (Zn), cadmium (Cd), vanadium (V), and Tin (Sn). The study employed both in-situ and laboratory analysis. The physical parameters were analysed in situ using hand-held meters. Heavy metals were analysed using an MP-AES machine (Model 4200). The study further applied Principal Component Analysis to analyse the data. Based on Principal Component Analysis (PCA) among the parameters, the results showed that EC, TDS, Zn, and V can be described as highly correlated. The combination of these parameters explains 33.042% of the total variance in water quality. In addition, Sn independently accounts for 21.863% of independent information, thus giving a total explanation of 55% overall variability of the dataset. Spatial examination shows different effects of these pollution sources, industrial and agricultural activities, on contamination levels in water quality. The unmitigated concentrations of Cd and Sn's incidences pose high environmental and public health threats. The findings highlight the important role of dissolved ions and heavy metal concentrations on water quality effects that significantly affect regional water resources management. Amongst the significant recommendations are continuous monitoring of water quality to identify pollution hotspots, enforcement of pollution control measures, and targeted remediation in areas with high levels of Cd and Sn. Awareness of water contamination risks and strengthened environmental policies on waste management and water protection are also necessary for sustainable water quality management. The study, therefore, emphasises localized strategies to mitigate contamination and protect water resources concerning the western part of the Sokoto basin.
Abstract: This study investigates the geological and anthropogenic sources of Tin, zinc, cadmium, and vanadium in the western Sokoto Basin, employing multivariate statistical analysis to understand their distribution, interactions, and implications for groundwater quality and environmental management. In Western Sokoto, Nigeria, this research investigates wa...
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