Sustainability Challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa I: Continental Perspectives and Insights from Western and Central Africa, Gasparatos Alexandros, Ahmed Abubakari, Naidoo Merle
Автор: Maumbe & Okello Название: Technology, Sustainability, And Rural Development In Africa ISBN: 1466636076 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781466636071 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 174630.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: The emerging use of information and communication technologies has expanded the opportunities for rural development in Africa. <em>Technology, Sustainability, and Rural Development in Africa</em> provides research, analytical methods, techniques, and development policies in ICT adoption and diffusion in Africa and around the globe. Highlighting the major trends in ICT applications and rural development, this book is useful for scholars, academics, researchers and government policy makers.
Автор: Osamu Saito; Gordana Kranjac-Berisavljevic; Kazuhi Название: Strategies for Building Resilience against Climate and Ecosystem Changes in Sub-Saharan Africa ISBN: 981135233X ISBN-13(EAN): 9789811352331 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 93160.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: This book summarizes studies on climate and ecosystem change adaptation and resilience in Africa (CECAR-Africa), a collaboration with the goal of creating an integrated resilience enhancement strategy as a potential model for semi-arid regions across Sub-Saharan Africa by combining climate change and ecosystem change research. The case studies were conducted at multiple scales – local, national, and regional – and incorporate the natural sciences, social sciences and engineering in a transdisciplinary manner while also integrating the needs of local communities. The book chiefly addresses three thematic areas, namely: Forecast and assessment of climate change impacts on agro-ecosystems; Risk assessment of extreme weather hazards and development of adaptive resource management methods; and Implementing capacity development programs for local leaders and practitioners. The collaborative nature of the project and the use of various quantitative and qualitative research techniques and methods – such as field surveys, questionnaires, focus group discussions, land use and cover change analysis, and climate downscaled modeling – make the book truly unique. Especially at a time when both long-term climate change and short-term extreme weather events such as droughts and floods are worsening, this book offers potential approaches to developing an integrated framework for assessing the local ability to cope with floods and droughts, and for enhancing the resilience of farming communities in developing countries, which are the most vulnerable to these changes and extreme weather events. As such, it will be of interest to a wider audience, including academics, professionals, and government officials alike.
Автор: Gasparatos Alexandros, Naidoo Merle, Ahmed Abubakari Название: Sustainability Challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa II: Insights from Eastern and Southern Africa ISBN: 9811553572 ISBN-13(EAN): 9789811553578 Издательство: Springer Цена: 93160.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: The aim of this two-volume book series is to highlight some of the most pervasive sustainability challenges that Sub-Saharan Africa faces.
Автор: Moussa P. Blimpo, Malcolm Cosgrove-Davies Название: Electricity Access in Sub-Saharan Africa: Uptake, Reliability, and Complementary Factors for Economic Impact ISBN: 1464813612 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781464813610 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 33400.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Most African households cannot afford electricity access and consumption needed to enhance their economic wellbeing. This research argues that a sustainable path for universal access requires a focus on the productive use.
Автор: Benno Werlen Название: Global Sustainability, Cultural Perspectives and Challenges for Transdisciplinary Integrated Research ISBN: 3319164767 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319164762 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 102480.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: This book offers new perspectives of transdisciplinary research, in methodological as well as theoretical respects. It provides insights in the two-fold bio-physical and the socio-cultural global embeddedness of local living conditions on the basis of selected empirical studies from Latin America, Asia, Africa, Australia and Europe. The theoretical foundations of ecological research and sustainability policies were developed at the end of the nineteenth century. They are largely based on investigations of living spaces and the evolution and differentiation of varied life forms. This perspective is embedded in the practical and theoretical European problem situations of the past and lacks social and cultural differentiation. The transformation of spatial and natural relations as a result of the globalization process is so radical that new theories are needed to solve 21st century ecological problems. Moreover, in view of the lack of an ontologically sound and promising strategy for transdisciplinary problem solving, as well as an acceptable consideration of the power of cultural schemas relating to natural living’s interpretations, there is a strong need to focus on sustainable social practices, habits and routines, rather than on predominantly living spaces or eco-topes. This book elaborates on the transdisciplinary approach by reflecting on the theoretical heritage and a global perspective of sustainability, by focusing on the primary role of a social approach in sustainability research and by putting emphasis on cultural dimension of sustainability. It postulates that global sustainability is grounded in a global understanding of our everyday activities.
Автор: Senakpon Kokoye, Rosaine N. Yegbemey, Herve Awoye Название: Advancing Climate Change Research in West Africa: Trends, Impacts, Vulnerability, Resilience, Adaptation and Sustainability Issues ISBN: 153614665X ISBN-13(EAN): 9781536146653 Издательство: Nova Science Рейтинг: Цена: 215410.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: Over the past few decades, agriculture and related sectors in West Africa have been challenged by climate change, which has become one of the most important developmental issues in the region. Whereas negative environmental and socio-economic impacts have been extensively documented in West Africa, future climate projections suggest that the situation will only get worse if relevant actions are not taken. Indeed, most of the West African countries remain characterized by a limited use of production technologies and information, and local economies heavily rely on a rain-fed agriculture.Despite the increasing number of studies focusing on climate change related issues, the methodological (i.e., conceptual and analytical) approaches seem to become stagnant with mixed practical results in terms of mitigation and adaptation outcomes. Against this backdrop, the forthcoming book is aimed at showcasing innovative and promising approaches that can be used to advance our current knowledge of climate change trends, impacts, vulnerability, resilience and adaptation in West Africa.With the focus on agriculture and environment, the book compiles the latest developments in climate change research in West Africa by providing an overview of recent approaches used to better understand the vulnerability, resilience and adaptation to climate change. It also considers the methods and frameworks for assessing the sustainability of climate change adaptation.
Автор: Emmanuel A. Oduntan, Evans S. Osabuohien, Obindah Gershon, Olaronke Onanuga, Oluyomi Ola-David Название: Handbook of Research on Institution Development for Sustainable and Inclusive Economic Growth in Africa ISBN: 1799848175 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781799848172 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 210670.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: African countries are pursuing a number of development agendas toward achieving economic growth that is inclusive, pro-poor, and sustainable, particularly the type that can unleash the potential of women and booming youthful populations. However, available evidence shows that many African countries have experienced economic hardships and have performed more poorly than other developing and emerging countries in the global south.
The Handbook of Research on Institution Development for Sustainable and Inclusive Economic Growth in Africa is an essential research publication that provides comprehensive research on the processes of building viable institutions in Africa that will serve as the fulcrum for utilizing and managing resources as well as promoting economic growth that is inclusive and sustainable. Featuring topics such as climate change, financial development, and poverty, this book is ideal for researchers, policymakers, developers, economic professionals, academicians, government officials, business professionals, and students.
Автор: Ibukun Olukorede Popoola Название: Africa and Climate Change ISBN: 1680537954 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781680537956 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 117000.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: The degradation of our life-enhancing planet Earth has resulted in climate change, desertification, wild fires, livestock mortality, microbial ecosystem alteration, floods, extreme weather conditions, economic meltdown, poverty, resource conflicts, disease, death, and desperate migration from the most vulnerable regions. Africa, the world`s hottest continent, has deserts and drylands that cover about 60 percent of its land surface area and remains the most vulnerable continent to climate change. At the same time, Africa is the world’s second most populous continent and is projected soon to be the most populous. Dr. Popoola’s work highlights the uniqueness of Africa and the extent of its vulnerability to global climate change as well as its advantages and limitations in context of current mitigation and adaptation strategies. Africa and Climate Change is an indispensable guide to ensuring global food security, sustainable livelihoods, and ecosystem survival, not only in Africa, but in other less vulnerable continents.
Название: Land for Productive, Inclusive, and Sustainable Economic Development in the Middle East and North Africa ISBN: 1464816611 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781464816611 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 44350.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Kiki Kallira is more of a worrier than a warrior - but today she will learn to be a hero. The mythical beasts she loves to draw have come to life, and she is the only one who can defeat them. A middle-grade fantasy inspired by Hindu legends about anxiety, creativity and finding your own strengths. For 8+ fans of Abi Elphistone and The Land of Roar.
Автор: Singh Bal Ram, Safalaoh Andy, Amuri Nyambilila A. Название: Climate Impacts on Agricultural and Natural Resource Sustainability in Africa ISBN: 3030375366 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030375362 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 139750.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: PartI: Introduction.- Chapter1: Agricultural and Natural Resource Sustainability under changing climate in Africa.- PartII: Conservation Agriculture, carbon sequestration and soil and water management.- Chapter2: The Prospects for Conservation Agriculture in Ethiopia.- Chapter3: Land Use Changes and Sustainable Land Management Practices for Soil Carbon Sequestration in Sub-Saharan African Agro-Ecosystems.- Chapter4: Gendered adaptation and coping mechanisms to climate variability in Eastern Uganda rice farming systems.- Chapter5: Integrated soil fertility management based on pigeon pea and cowpea cropping systems influences nitrogen use efficiency, yields and quality of subsequent maize on Alfisols in central Malawi.- Chapter6: A Hydrological Assessment of Wetlands in Lilongwe Peri-Urban Areas: A Case of Njewa, Catchment, Lilongwe Malawi.- PartIII: Sustainable crop/livestock/aquaculture/fish production.- Chapter7: Productivity and chemical composition of maize stover and rice straw under smallholder farming systems intensification in Tanzania.- Chapter8: INTENSIFICATION OF SORGHUM AND PEARL MILLET PRODUCTION IN THE SAHEL-SUDANIAN CLIMATIC ZONES OF MALI.- Chapter9: Impact of climate variability on the use and exposure of pesticides in sugarcane production in Malawi.- Chapter10: Yield and profitability of cotton grown under smallholder organic and conventional cotton farming systems in Meatu District, Tanzania.- Chapter11: In Search of Climate-Smart Feeds: The Potential of Pearl Millet (Pennisetum glaucum, L) to replace maize as an energy feed ingredient in broiler diets in Malawi.- Chapter12: Climate Change and Weather Variability Effects on Cattle Production: Perception of Cattle Keepers in Chikwawa, Malawi.- Chapter13: A cohort study of reproductive performance, associated infections and management factors in Zebu cows from smallholder farms in Malawi.- Chapter14: Effect of dry season supplement feeding of Malawi Zebu cows on reproductive performance, lactation and weight gain in calves.- Chapter15: Effects of concentrate supplementation on the fatty acid composition of fat depots in crossbred goats.- Chapter16: Goat milk quality and possible dairy products from rural households of Tanzania and Malawi under the Farmers-Processor's partnership.- Chapter17: The need for farmer support and record keeping to enhance sustainable dairy goats breeding in Tanzania and Malawi.- Chapter18: Stratified livestock production and live animal and meat export from Ethiopia: Lessons from the experience of a donor funded project.- Chapter19: Of 'white elephants' in fisheries: A conflict resolution model around the usage of climate-smart fish postharvest technologies in Lake Malawi .- PartIV: Policy and Institutions for sustainable agriculture and natural resource management.- Chapter20: Policy and Action for food and climate uncertainties in Malawi.- Chapter21: Need for personal transformations in a changing climate: reflections on environmental change and climate-smart agriculture in Africa.- PartV: Value addition options for smallholder market access and integration.- Chapter22: Between the Sun and Fish are People: A Socio-Economic Study of Solar Dryers for Fish Processing in Malawi.- Chapter23: Profitability of supplementary feeding of indigenous cattle in dry areas of Tanzania.- Chapter24: Integrating smallholder farmers to commodity value chains in sub-Saharan Africa: Challenges, prospects and policy issues.- Chapter25: Economic Rationale of Using African Weaver ants, Oecophylla longinoda Latreille (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) for Sustainable Management of Cashew Pests in Tanzania.- PartVI: Upscaling innovative technologies on
Автор: Popkova Elena G., Sergi Bruno S., Haabazoka Lubinda Название: Supporting Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development in Africa - Volume I: Sustainability in Infrastructure Development ISBN: 3030419789 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030419783 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 93160.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: This edited volume explores and dissects Africa`s economic growth and sustainable development using an optimal conceptual model of the progressive continent`s development up to and until 2030. Africa is studied not against the background of developed (OECD) and leading developing (e.g.
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