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A Grading System for Evaluating Geospatial Entity Connectivity from Texts Using Co-occurrences, Semantic Similarity and Geodesic Distance

Eirini Katsadaki, Georgios Bougas & Margarita Kokla · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2026

Extracting entity connectivity from texts is important for uncovering how places relate within real-world discourse. While structured data is informative, textual data captures rich contextual and semantic knowledge, enabling us to identify hidden networks of interdependence and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2026/v30i1999

Conservation and Assisted Restoration of IUCN-Listed Tree Species: A Review from the Western Ghats

Rejini Simpson & Abhilash, K. P. · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Tree species form the ecological backbone of terrestrial ecosystems, providing essential            ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration, microclimate regulation, soil stabilization, and biodiversity support. However, anthropogenic pressures including deforestation, ov...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12998

Assessment of Soil Index Properties, Asphalt Thickness and Drainage Design as Factors in Pavement Distress: A Case Study of Agbaje–Ijokodo Residential Road, Southwestern Nigeria

Apanpa K. A., Adesope O. A. & Apanpa B. O. · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Road infrastructure plays a crucial role in economic growth, mobility, and social development, yet premature failures remain a recurring challenge in many developing regions. This study investigates the geotechnical properties of subgrade soils, pavement asphalt thickness, and dr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12994

Influence of Topographic Elements on Land Surface Temperature: A Case Study Using Remote Sensing and GIS

Ibrahim Olatunji RAUFU & Adesola ADEDIRAN · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Land surface temperature (LST) is influenced not only by human activities but also by topographic and vegetation factors. This study analyzed the effects of topography and vegetation on LST in Ibadan, Nigeria, using Landsat 8 OLI/TIRS thermal imagery from December, 2024 and AW3D3...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12995

Long-Term Trends in Monthly Potential Evapotranspiration across Maharashtra in India during 1991–2020

Parveen Kumar, P.R. Jaybhaye, Suresh, Yogesh Rajrana, Meenakshi Devi, Ronak Singh & Surendra Singh Shekhawat · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Long-term spatio-temporal trends in potential evapotranspiration were evaluated across Maharashtra by converting long-time daily temperature data into monthly mean temperature. Monthly mean temperature was used for computation of monthly PET by Thornthwaite method. The results re...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12996

Assessing the Policy Gaps and Governance Challenges in Sustainable Solid Waste Management: Evidence from Garissa, Kenya

ADEN, Ibrahim Mohamed & OSORO, N. Naftaly · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Aims: To examine the existing solid waste management policy and regulatory frameworks, identify critical policy gaps, analyze the institutional and governance structures, and evaluate the key governance challenges that collectively influence the effectiveness and sustainability o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12997

Terrestrial Water Storage and Ground Water Variability Across the River Basins in Nigeria Using Satellite Gravimetry

Onyeizu, Chukwuemeka Enyinnaya & Kurotamuno Peace Jackson · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Terrestrial water storage (TWS) plays an important role in the global water cycle. Measuring dynamic changes in TWS is essential for water resources management, weather-related hazard monitoring and agricultural production. The Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE) and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12993

Integrating GeoAI and Deep Learning for Sustainable Agriculture: Sentinel-2 Based Crop Mapping and Yield Prediction for Selected Crops in Sokoto, Nigeria

Abdulmumin Garba Budah, Tijani Habeeb & Suleiman Faiza · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Sustainable agriculture, particularly in semi-arid areas, depends on precise crop mapping and yield forecasting. In this study, Random Forest (RF) classification and regression implemented in Google Earth Engine (GEE) are combined with GeoAI and machine learning techniques. It ev...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12992

Evaluating Carbon Sequestration and Water Quality Improvement in AIT’s Constructed Wetland Systems

Isaac Takyi, Richard Osei & Emmanuel Kofi Ansu · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Wetlands deliver critical ecosystem services such as water purification and carbon sequestration, essential for urban sustainability and climate mitigation. The objectives of the study are to quantify wastewater treatment benefits provided in the Asian Institute of Technology (AI...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12991

Seasonal Groundwater Quality and Hydrogeochemical Assessment in Idemili South and Nnewi North, Anambra State, Nigeria

Akukwe, A. N., Okolo, C. M. & Okoyeh, E. I · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Understanding seasonal variations in groundwater chemistry is crucial for sustainable water resource management and agricultural planning. This study presents a comprehensive assessment of groundwater quality and hydrogeochemical processes in Idemili South and Nnewi North of Anam...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12990

Assessment of Seasonal Variations in Cool and Warm Temperature Extremes in Chhattisgarh, India

Gowtham S, Dhanapriya M, Gopi Krishna Das & Nickey Agrawal · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

The seasonal changes in temperature extremes—cool and warm days (TX10P and TX90P) and nights (TN10P and TN90P)—across Chhattisgarh's agro-climatic zones are evaluated in this research before and after 1986, a worldwide standard for rapid climate change. The study, which makes use...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12989

Seasonal Variability and Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals in Shallow Groundwater of Selected Areas in Oyo Town, Southwestern Nigeria

Odunayo Jumoke Oyebode, Olufunmilayo Abosede Adewoye & Mustapha Taiwo Jimoh · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Groundwater remains the main source of potable water in many urban and peri-urban communities in Nigeria, particularly where municipal supply is inadequate. This study investigates the seasonal variability and potential health risks of heavy metals in shallow groundwater from sel...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12988

Water Harvesting and Utilization in the Earth–atmosphere–biological System: From Natural Processes to Technological Innovations

Md. Abdul Awal · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Water is indispensable for municipal, domestic, and agricultural uses, yet its acute shortage disrupts nearly all aspects of human life across the globe. Water naturally exists in three phases—gas, liquid, and solid—which shift through changes in temperature and pressure. It is p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12987

Impact of Climate Change on Tourism and Adaptation Measures in Vjosa Basin

Esmeralda Laçi, Sonila Papathimiu, Ermal Sina & Sabri Laçi · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Tourism is one of the most climate sensitive economic sectors, but at the same time, like many economic activities, it also contributes to climate change. The effects of climate change are becoming a growing concern, especially in the tourism sector, which urgently and needs to f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12986

Climatic Determinants of Tourism in South Sinai, Egypt

Reda Selim & Samah Ajlan · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

The South Sinai Governorate's arid climate is a paramount tourism asset, acting as a powerful "pull factor" due to its favorable characteristics: moderate winds (ideal for water sports), high insolation (ensuring clear water for diving), and a temperate annual average of 21.4°C....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12984