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Use Of Urban Surface Runoff For Groundwater Recharge In Nairobi City.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Surface run-off harvesting systems of collect and store rain-water from rooftops, lawns and street
runoffs for later use. While the catchment experiences high run-off in the dry season severe
water shortage is experienced. ...
Anaerobic Co-Digestion of Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) with Ruminal Slaughterhouse Waste under Mesophilic Conditions
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes), an invasive aquatic weed with large biomass poses serious socio-economic and environmental challenges in fresh water bodies such as Lake Victoria in East Africa. Efforts towards its ...
The Role of Markets in Rural Development-a Case of Funyula Market in Funyula Town, Funyula Sub-county, Busia County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Rural markets have had a strong potential that could initiate an increasing growth course, which culminates in continuous and sustainable development. However, instances of poor market integration due to poor polices; and ...
Investigating Power Grid Frequency Stability With Wind Energy Using Particle Swarm Optimisation Algorithm.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Title: Investigating Power Grid Frequency Stability with Wind Energy using Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm.
Reg. No: F56/83018/2015.
Renewable energy sources (RES) have become a key area of concern and interest ...
Potential Environmental and Socio-economic Effects of Geothermal Exploitation on the Local Community: a Case of Suswa Geothermal Plant
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
This study sought to assess the potential environmental and socio-economic effects of geothermal
exploitation on the local community in Suswa that primarily encompasses pastoralists who practice a
nomadic lifestyle and ...
Assessment Of Household Land Size And Use For Sustainable Food And Livelihood Security In The Maize-Tea-Dairy Mixed Farming System: A Case Study Of Bogeche Sub Location In Kisii County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
This study investigates the impact of household land size and use on food and livelihood security in Bogeche sub location, Kisii County. The specific objectives of the study were as follows: to identify the current household ...
Planning for Agro-industries in Rural Communities: the Case of Kinangop Sub-county, Nyandarua County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Agro-industries are important vehicles in rural development. They enhance food security and employment creation in off-farm activities, thereby boosting levels of income and government revenue that is generated from the ...
Improving the Voltage Stability of a Distribution System With Renewable Distributed Generation Using a Three Method Hybrid.
(university of Nairobi, 2020)
Owing to the increased advocacy on clean energy sources worldwide, the integration of Renewable Distributed Generators (RDGs) in to the grid has been increasingly adopted in meeting increased electrical load demand. RDGs ...
Land Size and Land Use for Sustainable Livelihood Security in Coffee Growing Zones; the Case of Kiganjo Sub-location, Gatundu South Sub-county, Kiambu County.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Subdivision of agricultural land is perceived to be a threat to food and livelihoods security in
Kenya. It has been related to the decline of the coffee sector in Kenya, which has provoked
discussion surrounding possible ...