This thesis analyzed the performance of a novel invention of Solar chimney power plants (SCPP) in Zimbabwe. Solar chimney power plants are based on the fundamental principle that hot air rises. The analysis was based on ...

Economic valuation of wetlands aims to investigate public preferences for changes in the state of the wetland and the natural resources it constitutes in monetary terms. It provides a means of quantifying the direct and ...

Semi-arid Africa is well known for its unpredictable rainfall patterns, increased cases of drought and dry spells, high evaporative demands and increasing population which put pressure on water resources. Local experiences ...

The Glen Valley Irrigation Scheme uses treated sewage effluent for crop production, however the potential public health risks associated with wastewater use is of major concern to workers and consumers. This research was ...

ABSTRACT Water is an important natural resource and urban water utilities in Southern Africa are facing challenges in the provision of potable water supply. Non-Revenue Water (NRW) is one of the challenges affecting water ...

Biodiesel is an environment friendly liquid biofuel similar to petro-diesel in terms of fuel quality and combustion characteristics. Increasing environmental concerns, fast depleting petroleum reserves and agriculture based ...

The effectiveness of development activities in water and other sectors can be improved through a broad-based analysis of livelihoods and the factors that influence them, including the wider ‘vulnerability context’ in ...

In this research, a hybrid solar photovoltaic micro power system that would improve the power supply reliability to desirable levels at the least possible cost was designed for Arundel Boarding House in Mount Pleasant ...

The headwater catchments of the Rivirivi River basin play a vital role in meeting downstream water resources requirements. In recent years, the Rivirivi River has experienced significant changes in its hydrological regime, ...

Research has shown that effective management of water resources for urban water utilities worldwide still remains a challenge. Pressure management is one of the tools that is known to control water leakages in piped water ...