Research Papers/Topics in Climate Change

Empirical modeling of the impact of climate change on altitudinal shift of major cereal crops in South Tigray, Northern Ethiopia

Abstract: Climate change is expected to alter the growing conditions of agricultural crops. With increasing surface temperature, future suitable areas for crop production will see an altitude shift. Such shift is an adaptation response of crops to climate change. However, in the study area there are a limited number of studies that have dealt with geographical shifts of crops caused by climate change. This study was conducted with the aim of assessing impacts of climate change on altitudinal...

Push-pull technology enhances resilience to climate change and prevents land degradation: Perceptions of adopters in western Kenya

Abstract: Climate change and land degradation adversely affect food security in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Smallholder farmers are the most affected. Therefore, it is imperative to identify technologies that boost resilience to climate change, and restore lands. Push-pull technology is among proposed solutions. This technology controls stem borers, fall armyworm, striga, mycotoxins; improves availability of nitrogen and phosphorus, and stores increased carbon in biomass and soils. Though much...

Host–Parasitoid Phenology, Distribution, and Biological Control under Climate Change

Abstract: Climate change raises a serious threat to global entomofauna—the foundation of many ecosystems—by threatening species preservation and the ecosystem services they provide. Already, changes in climate—warming—are causing (i) sharp phenological mismatches among host–parasitoid systems by reducing the window of host susceptibility, leading to early emergence of either the host or its associated parasitoid and affecting mismatched species’ fitness and abundance; (ii) shifti...

Floral turnover and climate drive seasonal bee diversityalong a tropical elevation gradient

Abstract: The contribution of seasonality in species communities to elevational diversityof tropical insects remains poorly understood. We here assessed seasonal pat-terns and drivers of bee diversity in the Eastern Afromontane BiodiversityHotspot, Kenya, to understand the contribution of seasonality to elevationalbiodiversity patterns. Bee species and plant species visited by bees wererecorded on 50 study plots in regrowth vegetation across four major seasonsalong two elevation gradients fr...

Climate Change in East Africa_ A Ten-Year Retrospective by Nyango Reagan Elvis

INTRODUCTION Introduction to the topic of climate change in East Africa within the past decade is vital for understanding the environmental challenges faced by the region. Over the years, East Africa has experienced significant changes in weather patterns, including prolonged droughts, unpredictable rainfalls, and increased temperatures. These changes have had a profound impact on agriculture, water security, and the livelihoods of millions of people living in the region.

Assessment of the Potential for Integration of Ecosystem Based Approaches and Local Indigenous Knowledge into Climate Change Adaptation in the Taita Hills, Kenya

Abstract: The integration of indigenous knowledge and science through and ecosystem based adaptation provides a basis for the formulation of culturally acceptable and sustainable adaptation practices. This study aims to determine sustainable climate change adaptation strategies for the Taita Hills in Kenya and assess their potential for integration with ecosystem based adaptation. It uses a mixed methodology that involves literature review, participatory methods and household surveys. As a r...

Assessment Of Conservation Agriculture As An Adaptation Option To Climate Change In The Taita Hills, Kenya

Abstract: Climate Change and Variability affects water supply and food security, especially in developing countries where many small-scale farmers rely on rain-fed agriculture for food production and as a main source of livelihood. The extent of the effects of climate change and variability on these small-scale producers largely depends on their level of adaptation, adaptive capacity, exposure and vulnerability. This study evaluates the effectiveness of Conservation Agriculture (CA) as a pos...

Agro-ecosystems’ resilience to damage: determination of index of susceptibility to climate change in mount kilimanjaro, Tanzania.

Abstract: This paper assesses maize-coffee-banana agro-ecosystems’ resilience to damage as well as computing the social-ecological vulnerability index to climate change on the southern slope of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The study focused on identifying agronomic practices and assessing their impacts on agro-ecosystems’ resilience; examine the socio-economic status of the farmers in the region and its impacts on agro-ecosystems; and examine the agro-ecosystems’ natural resilience a...

The Impact of Climate Change on African Commodity Trade

Africa is the world's second-largest continent, covering an area of approximately 30.2 million square kilometers. It is home to 54 countries, each with its unique culture, history, and natural resources. The continent is rich in natural resources, including oil, gas, minerals, and agricultural commodities, which are in high demand globally. The African continent plays a significant role in the global commodity trade, providing the world with critical raw materials. Africa is a leading produce...

Uncovering the Hydro‑meteorological Drivers Responsible for Forest Fires Utilizing Geospatial Techniques

Abstract Forest fires have become a growing concern worldwide, with climate change exacerbating their frequency and intensity. In the Simlipal region of India, forest fires are relatively rare; however, in 2021, significant damage occurred in the buffer area’s forests. Understanding the driving factors behind these events is essential for developing effective management strategies. This study investigates the impact of hydro-meteorological conditions on forest fire causes in the Simli...

IMPACT OF GAS FLARING ON CLIMATE CHANGE (A CASE STUDY OF NIGER DELTA REGION OF NIGERIA)

Gas flaring is the burning of natural gas and petroleum hydrocarbons in flare stacks by upstream oil companies in oil fields during operations. Gas flaring is the most common source of global warming and contributes to emissions of carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen (II) oxide (NO) and methane (CH4) which have the propensity of causing climate change and ecological disturbances or destruction. The study assessed the impact of gas flaring on climate change using both primary and secondary data....

Climate Change Awareness and Coping Strategies of Cocoa Farmers in Rural Ghana

The study assessed the perception of farmers on the awareness, causes and impact of climate change on their farming activities. The study further identifies and describes the various coping strategies adopted by farmers and ways of improving upon them to effectively tackle change in climatic conditions. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, such as frequencies, and percentages. The other key technique that was employed to address the objective includes the Chi squ...

Climate Model Simulation and Projections of Precipitation Changes Over West Africa

ABSTRACT Changes in precipitation characteristics have been identified to exert profound socio-economic consequences over West Africa. This study analysed climate model simulation and projections of precipitation changes over West Africa using the Norwegian Earth System Model (NorESM with Lat-Lon resolution of 1.89° by 2.5°). The skill of the model in reproducing the observed precipitation was evaluated for the present-day (1980-2005), its bias and relationship was determined using satellit...

Implication of Changing Climatic Conditions On the Livelihoods of Smallholder Pineapple Farmers in Akuapim South Municipality

ABSTRACT  Changing climatic trends pose problems for agriculture-dependent livelihoods in SubSaharan Africa. In Ghana, Smallholder pineapple farmers in the Akuapim South Municipality are often considered vulnerable to the changing climatic conditions as a result of their farms being located in marginal soils, their insecure land tenure, and their participation in unpredictable world export markets. Analyzing how smallholder pineapple farmers in the municipality perceive climate variability a...

Assessing The Vulnerability of Coastal Communities to The Impacts of Climate Change: A Case Study of the Anloga Community

ABSTRACT  In recent years, global warming/climate change has caused many glaciers to melt with the subsequent rising of sea levels. This has put many coastal communities all over the world especially those in developing countries at risk. The vulnerability of these communities to the impacts of climate change depends on many factors including environmental and socio-economic factors. This study sought to assess the vulnerability of coastal communities in Ghana to the impacts of climate chang...


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