Browsing College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT) by Subject "Climate Change"
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Assessing the impact of land use and climate change on stream flow in the Manafwa River
(Makerere University, 2022-03)The effect of changes in climate and land cover on watershed dynamics has been well established worldwide. The increasing sediment load in the Manafwa River Catchment has reduced both the capacity of the river Manafwa to ... -
Assessment of rural potable water access and spatial distribution using GIS techniques in Sheema District
(Makerere University, 2018-05)Access to a safe water supply for drinking is universally recognized as a basic human need for preset generation and precondition for the development and care of the next. But, many rural communities are suffering from ... -
Evaluating the adequacy of existing spillways and under sluice provisions for Isimba dam under normal and extreme flooding conditions.
(Makerere University, 2023-07)The importance of a safe spillway cannot be sufficiently emphasized; many dam failures have been caused by poorly designed spillways resulting in dam failure and downstream population damage (Lee et. al, 2013). Therefore, ... -
Investigating how office space usage In Uganda facilitates emission of greenhouse gases: A case study of office developments from building number 9 to 32, Kampala road.
(Makerere University, 2022-10)The study by HC Chow & J Levermore, (2010) on the effects of climate change on UK office buildings cooling and energy demands proposed that offices can contribute a substantial reduction in energy related emissions. Also, ... -
Water scarcity risk assessment in Kabong district, using GIS and remote sensing techniques.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-15)Water scarcity is currently one of the most pressing global issues, it is estimated that twothirds of the world's population will face moderate to extreme water shortage by 2025. Following an initial review of existing ...