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Liming Materials in Combination with Co-Composted Biochar for Subsoil Acidity Amelioration in Southern Laterites of Kerala

Akhila Merin Mathew, Rani B., Aparna B., Gladis R., Naveen Leno & Sajitharani T. · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Aims: To assess the capacity of co-composted biochar liming material combinations to alleviate surface, subsoil acidity and aluminium saturation. Study Design: A field experiment was laid out in randomized block design (RBD) replicated thrice with seven treatments viz., ½ LR as B...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124626

Assessing the Economic and Health Impacts of Greenhouse Gas Emissions: A Multivariate Analysis

David Adashu Aji & S. Kokou Dadzie · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

This study investigates the impact of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions on two critical outcomes: gross domestic product (GDP) and death rate (DR), using secondary data from Nigeria spanning 1960–2011. Unlike previous studies, this research incorporates DR as a measure of health imp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124624

Assessment of Forest Above Ground Biomass with SAR Data Using Linear Modeling in Joida Taluk, Uttara Kannada, India

A. G. Koppad, Gowri B Gowda, Rachana & Anup Das · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

The study was conducted in Joida taluk of Uttara Kannada district to assess the forest aboveground biomass using L band data. In this study, an attempt was made to estimate the aboveground biomass using SAR backscatter. The study area covered dense, moderately dense, and sparse f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124622

Insects as Ecological Indicators: A Review

Gaurav Chand Ramola, Nidhi Rawat, Ravindra Singh, Ankita Singh Sajwan, Lekhendra Sahu & Pravin Rawat · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Insects are universal components of ecosystems, and their roles in maintaining ecological balance are multifaceted. They also show a sensitive response to environmental health. Abundance, diversity, and behaviour of insects are sensitive to changes in their environment, rendering...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124623

Geomorphological Characteristics of a Hydrographic Basin using RS and GIS on the Example of the Venna River (Maharashtra, India)

Kotramma Sharanappa Gali, S. S. Shinde, V. N. Barai, B. K. Gavit, P. G. Popale & S. B. Nandgude · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Assessing the impact of geomorphological processes on a catchment's hydrology necessitates a quantitative analysis of its geometry. This can be effectively achieved using remote sensing (RS) and geographic information systems (GIS), which have become increasingly popular for supp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124620

Optimization of Irrigation Scheduling and Foliar Spray of Silicon on Growth, Yield and Water Use Efficiency of Wheat

G. A. Rathva, S. H. Malve, K. A. Solanki & V. R. Rathva · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Silicon is generally considered a beneficial element for crop especially under water stress/deficit condition but the mechanisms remain unclear. Here, we focus on optimization of irrigation scheduling and the effect of silicon through foliar spray for improving plant tolerance un...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124621

Heavy Metals in Atmospheric Dust Deposition in Qalyubia Governorate Egypt: Occurrence and Diverse Impacts

Alshimaa R. Hussein, Yasser H. Ibrahim & R. Osman · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

The southern delta region of Egypt has serious environmental and public health issues due to heavy metal pollution (El-Askary et al. 2021). The air in Qalyubia has higher concentrations of metals including cadmium (Cd), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), and nickel (Ni) due to the region's...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124619

Agroforestry Systems: A Pathway to Resilient and Productive Landscapes

R VijayKumar, Prashant Tiwari, Sameer Daniel, K. Ravi Kumar, Ishita Mishra, Aneesh KS & Dharmendra Shah · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Agroforestry, the integration of trees, crops, and livestock on the same land, offers a sustainable approach to enhancing agricultural productivity while mitigating environmental challenges. This review highlights the important role agroforestry systems play in promoting resilien...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124617

Enhancing Agriculture Resilience to Climate Change: Insights from NICRA in Lakhimpur, Assam, India

Mriganka Barman & Amvrin Baruah · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Aims: This study investigates the adoption of climate-resilient agricultural practices in Lakhimpur, Assam, under the NICRA project. Using a mixed-methods approach involving surveys and interviews, the study identifies key adaptive strategies and their socioeconomic impact. Resul...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124618

Impact of Salicylic Acid and Potassium Silicate in Ameliorating the Drought Stress Effect on Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench)

Bhagya Laxmi D, Vijaya kumar G, Ravi babu M & Ramesh D · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Aims: The present study highlights the impact of salicylic acid and potassium silicate in reducing the deleterious effect of drought stress on sorghum. Study Design:  Split plot design. Place and Duration of Study: Agricultural College Farm, Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh during rabi, 2...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124614

Microgreens: A Comprehensive Review Emphasizing Urban Agriculture

Jagarlamudi Nethra, Biyyala Srinivasulu, Vadada Vinay Kumar & Chandra Surya Rao · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

In this comprehensive review, we delve into the multifaceted world of nutrient-rich microgreens, with a particular emphasis on their significance in urban agriculture. By exploring their nutritional composition, culinary applications and cultivation techniques, we aim to shed lig...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124615

Soil Organic Carbon in Three Selected Agroforestry System at Temperate Zone (2000-2800m) of North Western Himalaya, Uttarakhand, India

K. K.Vikrant, D.S. Chauhan, R.H.Rizvi, Anupama Raj & Kavita Kumari · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Climate change is largely driven by the increased concentration of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide (CO₂) in the atmosphere. While halting climate change entirely may not be feasible at this point, mitigating its effects is crucial, and agroforestry is one of the key strategi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124616

Application of Extreme Value Theory in Predicting Floods in Region 3, Zimbabwe

Moyo Ever & Chirume Silvanos · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

The use of Extreme Value Theory to predict the possibility of floods has advanced our understanding of the occurrence of this rare phenomenon. The main goal of this research is to use the Block Maxima technique of the Extreme Value Theory on annual maximum rainfall to predict the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124611

Effect of Date of Sowing on Yield, Yield Attributes and Heat Use Efficiency of Brinjal in the Western Region of Haryana, India

Prerna Sihag, Surender Singh, Sunitha Fogat & Amit Dhankar · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

The impact of growing environment on yield and heat use efficiency of different varieties of brinjal crop were investigated during autumn-winter season of 2020 at Vegetable Science Research Farm of Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar. The experiment was...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124612

Evaluation of Drinking Water Quality in Hospitals: A Study from Ranchi, Jharkhand, India

Shreya Maria Xalxo & Harsh Bodh Paliwal · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Water is one of the natural resources, which are found in an adequate amount. It is an essential source for the existence of life on the planet earth. Water plays an important role in our health. It helps in bringing nutrient to cells, getting rid of wastes, protecting joints and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i124613