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Evaluation of Groundwater Potentials Using Vertical Electrical Sounding Method in Zamfara Hostel, University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria

Ibraheem Olajide Oyebanji, Siloko Great Oghenero, Abdul Dimeji Ishola, Hakeem Olaoluwa Adegboye, Ridwan Olaide Alabi, Abraham Adewale Balogun & Sulaiman Olalekan Ibrahim · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

Groundwater is a vital natural resource, especially in regions with limited surface water availability. This study assessed the groundwater potential of Zamfara Hostel, University of Ilorin, Nigeria, using the Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) method. The study area is underlain...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4686

Sustainable Wastewater Management in Nigeria: A Case Study of Port Harcourt

Sulaiman Olalekan Ibrahim, Ibraheem Olajide Oyebanji, Siloko Great Oghenero, Patience Peter Kwajaffah, Abdul Dimeji Ishola, Ridwan Olaide Alabi & Hakeem Olaoluwa Adegboye · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

Wastewater management is a critical challenge facing rapidly urbanizing cities in developing countries, with significant implications for public health, environmental sustainability, and socio-economic development. This study investigates the complex challenges and opportunities...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4684

Mapping of Climate Change Impact through the Climate Vulnerability Index in India

Meera Padaliya, Alpesh Leua, Umang B. Patel, Savan Padaliya & Vishwa Gohil · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

India has a diverse range of climates and agro-ecosystems, making it necessary to identify the country's most vulnerable states to the climate change. This study analyses the Climate Vulnerability Index (CVI) comprising both crop and dairy indicators for 18 states of India. The s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4685

Optimizing Rice Husk Biochar Application Rates and Methods to Enhance Paddy Production in Irrigated Fields

Fredrick L. Mesiack, Andrew K. Tarimo & Nelson R. Makange · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

The application of biochar as a soil amendment has recently gained attention due to its potential to improve soil fertility and crop productivity.  An experiment was carried out at Mkindo farmer-managed irrigation scheme in Mvomero District, Tanzania. This study evaluated the eff...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4682

Economic Feasibility of Rice Husk Biochar Application in Paddy Production

Fredrick L. Mesiack, Andrew K. Tarimo & Nelson R. Makange · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

The study examined the effects of incorporating rice husk biochar into the soil as a natural fertilizer for paddy production. It was applied in four different treatment levels (T1, T2, T3, T4). The analysis focused on production costs, yield, gross income, and benefit-cost ratio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4683

Impact of Artisanal Mining on Environmental Sustainability and Resource Management in Kaduna State, Nigeria

Zankan, J. A. A, Abubakar, MY, Zankan, H. P & Yusuf, J. A · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

Mining is a global phenomenon with severe effects on natural resources including loss of vegetation, agricultural lands and domestic water sources. Artisanal mining which is one of the human activities carried out in the rural communities of Kaduna State has severe effects on the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4681

Detecting Emerging Contaminants in Groundwater: Risks to Ecosystems and Human Health

Okolo, C. M., Ahaneku, C. V., Odoh, B. I., Enwereuzo, C. D., Ezeonye, C. A., Awonge, P. A., Ijeh, E.C. & Ugwu, F. O. · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

Groundwater ecosystems, which provide a critical source of drinking water and support diverse ecological functions, are increasingly threatened by emerging contaminants such as pharmaceuticals, personal care products, and industrial chemicals. These pollutants, including antibiot...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4680

Riparian Forest Composition, Tree Diversity and its Association with Mand River, Chhattisgarh, India

Sudhir Ranjan Choudhury, Ajay Kumar Singh & Ruby · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

This study aims to evaluate the riparian tree diversity and species composition of the Mand river.  It offers insights into species richness, dominance and community organization along the river by systematic vegetation surveys and statistical analysis.  The research utilizes a s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4679

Barriers to the Implementation of Sustainable Building Regulations in Rural Nigerian Communities

Emeka J. Mba, Ikechukwu W. Ozigbo, Peter I. Oforji, Chinelo A. Ozigbo, Chinyelu D.F Onyia, Paul C. Ogbuefi, Benignus, U. Ugwu, Echezonachukwu O. Okolo, Stephanie C. Onyia & Chukwuemeka C. Ekwe · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

This study investigates the barriers to implementing building regulations in Nigeria's rural communities, where such regulations are vital for ensuring structural safety, environmental sustainability, and adherence to planning standards. In Nigeria’s rural communities, building r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4677

The Nexus of Climate Change, Poverty and Migration: Security Implications for Mexico

Ramírez-Sánchez Hermes Ulises, Cabrera-Chavarría José De Jesús & Carrasco-García Julieta · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

The perception that migration will be the most likely and most serious consequence of climate change, with large numbers of people migrating long distances, has not been sustained. Various analyses suggest that, although climate impacts can affect population movement, in addition...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4678

Assessment of Land Use and Land Cover Changes in Kuje Traditional Urban Sector of the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria

Ishaya S., Yusuf Shakirat, AG IDRISS & Okeh Kingsley Anayo · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

This study assessed land use and land cover changes in Kuje Traditional Urban Sector of the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria. Multi-Criteria Remote Sensing and GIS techniques were adopted in this study. Moderate satellite images of the study area were obtained from Google Ear...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i3675

GIS and ML-Driven Insights into Forest Vulnerability and Climate Hotspots in Assam, India

Sayanta Ghosh, Aakash Warman, Pranjul Chauhan, Aniruddh Soni & Jitendra Vir Sharma · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

This study assesses the impact of regional climate variability on forest vulnerability in Assam using a GIS and Machine Learning (ML)-based approach. A grid-based Forest Vulnerability Index (FVI) was developed using eight key indicators, and climate change hotspots were mapped us...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i4676

Analysis of Combustion Efficiency of Coconut Shell (Cocos nucifera) in an Improved Stove in Comparison with Neem Wood (Azadirachta indica)

I. Yerima, M. A. Umar & A. B. Suleiman · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

The demand for fossil fuel in the world market is increasing by the day and high cost of it. The problem of environmental degradation as a result of emission of dangerous gasses that has adverse effect on the ozone layer and the need to make good use of our large biomass resource...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i3674

Influence of Climatic and Soil Factors on the Spatial Distribution of Chrysophyllum albidum (Sapotaceae) in Benin

Blaise Alowanou-Kélé, Antoine Abel Missihoun, Relique Ignace Agbo, Paulin Sédah, Eben-Ezer Ewédjè & Clement Agbangla · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

Chrysophyllum albidum is one of the plant species widely used by the local populations of West Africa. With the aim of contributing to the conservation of this specy threatened with extinction in Benin, the present study aims to determine the impact of climatic and pedological di...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i3673

Grassland Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) Introduction to Hill Forests in India: Habitat Analysis Error?

Utkarsh Ghate & Sanjeev Nalavade · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2025

Due to population viability issues, Cheetah brought to India from Africa and their Indian progeny were confined to the enclosures since 2.5 years, and fed with livestock meat and refrained from hunting in the open. Grasslands, savanna or semi-arid habitat in western Indian states...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2025/v24i3672