Browsing School of Forestry, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (SFEGS) by Subject "Solid Waste Management"
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Assessing solid waste management in Fort Portal city western Uganda a case study of Fort Portal Central Bazar Ward and Kibimba Ward
(Makerere University, 2022-11)This study assessed the solid waste management in Fort Portal central division in fort portal city western Uganda a case study of Bazaar ward and Kibimba ward. The study specifically; i) determined the role of Kitere ... -
Assessing solid waste management systems at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-11-13)The study aimed to assess solid waste management at Makerere University in 2022. The objectives were to determine the current solid waste management setup, to determine the solid waste management practices, and to determine ... -
An assessment of the effectiveness of medical waste management strategies in general hospitals, health center III's, health center II's and private clinics in Hoima district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)Medical waste management is a serious global concern. In developing countries, health care waste is still handled and disposed off as domestic waste which is a threat to waste workers, public and environment. The objectives ... -
Assessment of used female sanitary pads management
(Makerere University, 2022-11-15)Poor menstrual waste management practices have been associated with adverse environmental outcomes. This is because of impacts like blockage of sewage pipes, contamination of the soil, air pollution which affects the ... -
The dynamics of solid waste management in Katanga slum, Kawempe division in Kampala district.
(Makerere University, 2022)Solid Waste management in informal settlements is a growing challenge that must be tackled. This study therefore aimed at understanding the dynamics of solid waste management in Katanga settlement, Wandegeya parish, ... -
Estimating the amount of methane emissions from solid waste disposal at Kiteezi landfill
(Makerere University, 2022-12-01)In Kampala, most of the waste is stored in open landfills without biogas collection systems. Methane emissions from landfills is a major contributor to greenhouse effect. Several models projecting methane emissions from ... -
Perceptions and influences on solid waste management in Bwaise slum, Kawempe division Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2019-10-16)The study was conducted in Bwaise slum, Kawempe division in Kampala city. The aim of the study was to explore the perceptions and influences on waste management in Bwaise slum Kawempe division. The specific objectives of ... -
Solid Waste Management in Kyenjojo Town Council Kyenjojo District
(Makerere University, 2019-10-24)Solid waste disposal and management is both an urban and rural problem .Every person is a potential generator of waste and thus a contributor to this problem. To generate waste is one thing, the type of waste is another ... -
Unlocking the potential of market vendors in enhancing solid waste management in Kawempe division
(Makerere University, 2023-01)Solid waste management is rapidly increasing as populations increase, urbanization increases, industrialization, and increased use of non-biodegradable plastics and bottles. Poor solid waste management has further resulted ...