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Landfill site selection by using GIS in Harar city, Ethiopia

Expiry Date
: 01/10/2023
CPD Units
: 3.00 Points
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This study applied geographic information system (GIS) and analytical hierarchy process multi-criteria decision analysis to select a landfill site for Harar city, Ethiopia through minimizing conflicting interest. Environmental and socio-economic factors were weighted to develop a suitable index for landfill siting. Experts’ opinion was obtained to rank the factors.

Keywords: Harar, Ethiopia, landfill site, GIS, climate, analytic hierarchy process, waste generation rate

Reading material:

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
The main aim of the study was to address the need for solid waste disposal site selection for Harar city by identifying a proper sanitary landfill site.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

  1. Factors that lead to pressure on landfill site

  2. Factors influencing the selection of a landfill site
  3. Role of geographic information system (GIS) on landfill site selection.

Instructions for this Module

  • Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
  • You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
  • The pass grade is 70%;
  • You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
  • Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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