Browsing by Author "Xu, Yongxin"
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Application of enviromental and hydrochemical analysis to characterize flow dynamics in the Sakumo Wetland, Ghana
Laar, Cynthia (University of the Western Cape, 2018)This research focused on understanding the current hydrogeology of the Sakumo wetland by developing a conceptual flow model and simulating the groundwater flow system. The purpose of the model is to assist in understanding ... -
Assessment of groundwater management for domestic use from IWRM perspective in upper Limphasa river catchment, Malawi
Kanyerere, T. (University of the Western Cape, 2012)The research problem for this study is the limited and unsuccessful implementation of the IWRM concept. This thesis has argued that comprehensive assessment of physical and socioeconomic conditions is essential to provide ... -
Assessment of managed aquifer recharge using GIS based modeling approach in West Coast, South Africa
Zhang, Heng (University of the Western Cape, 2019)Due to climate change, rapid urbanization, and population expansion, the water demand and supply is showing increasing fluctuations, especially in the arid or semi-arid regions. One of the most important water resource ... -
Assessment of sustainable groundwater utilization with case studies from semi-arid Namibia
Sarma, Diganta (University of the Western Cape, 2016)The thesis addresses sustainability of groundwater utilization in arid and semiarid regions of Namibia. Recharge in this hydrogeological setting occurs as discrete events to aquifers that are bounded in extent. Case studies ... -
Conceptualization of urban hydrogeology within the context of water sensitive urban design: case study of Cape Flats Aquifer
Gxokwe, Siyamthanda (University of the Western Cape, 2018)Urban hydrogeology can be used to facilitate a decision-making process regarding the implementation of water sensitive urban design (WSUD) to manage water systems of periurban cities. This thesis was aimed at providing ... -
Determining the socio-economic value of groundwater: Franschhoek case study
Pearce, Darian (University of the Western Cape, 2011)The Western Cape, a province of South Africa is facing increased pressure to develop new supplies of fresh water to cater for the regions rapidly growing demand. Groundwater is being explored as a possible contributor to ... -
Development of a conceptual model for ash dump system using hydraulic and tracer test techniques
October, Adolf Gerswin (University of the Western Cape, 2011)Coal provides for 77% of South Africa’s primary energy needs and is therefore a major resource that supports the socio-economic needs of South African citizens. Power stations are the major consumers of coal in South Africa ... -
Development of local sampling and monitoring protocol for radioactive elements in fractured rock Acquifers in South Africa using a case study in Beaufort West
Mahed, Gaathier (University of the Western Cape, 2009)The aim of this study was to test whether one could use the same methods as used for sampling heavy metals and apply them to radioactive elements. Furthermore a sampling protocol was developed, the first of its kind, for ... -
Evaluation of groundwater flow theories and aquifer parameters estimation
Xiao, Liang (University of the Western Cape, 2014)This thesis deals with some fundamental aspects of groundwater models. Deterministic mathematical models of groundwater are usually used to simulate flow and transport processes in aquifer systems by means of partial ... -
The fate of microbial contaminants in the subsurface with a South African case study
Rajkumar, Yasmin (University of the Western Cape, 2009)The time bound agenda of the Millennium Development Goals (MDG's) aims at reducing poverty, extending gender equality and advancing opportunities for health and education by addressing current and future water resource and ... -
A geographic information systems approach to the identification of Table Mountain group aquifer "type areas" of ecological importance
Fortuin, Mildred (University of the Western Cape, 2004)The Table Mountain group aquifer system has the potential to be an important supply of water. Although the aquifer system is used to some extent, a number of aspects relating to the aquifer system are poorly understood and ... -
Geological and hydrgeological characteristics of acid mine drainage from an abandoned coal mine: A case study of Shandi coal mine in Niangziguan spring catchment, Shanxi
Wang, Zhaoliang (University of Western Cape, 2022)As Shanxi Province is rich in coal resources, the output of raw coal approximately accounts for one quarter of China's production. It is one of the most important energy and heavy chemical bases and plays a significant ... -
Groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, Namibia: Omdel Aquifer as case study
Matengu, Brian Munihango (University of Western Cape, 2020)The study addressed the groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, the Omaruru River Delta Aquifer (Omdel Aquifer) was used as a case study. Sustainable utilization ... -
Groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, Namibia: Omdel Aquifer as case study
Matengu, Brian Munihango (University of the Western Cape, 2020)The study addressed the groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, the Omaruru River Delta Aquifer (Omdel Aquifer) was used as a case study. Sustainable utilization ... -
Groundwater Dependence of Aquatic Ecosystems associated with the Table Mountain Group Aquifer
Roets, Wietsche (University of the Western Cape, 2008)Results from this study enables a better understanding of groundwater surface water interactions in the TMG, particularly regarding aquatic ecosystems. It has also highlighted the necessity to do proper impact assessments ... -
Groundwater management model for the Spitskop area in South Africa
Bulasigobo, Ridovhona Joubert (University of the Western Cape, 2014)The thesis investigates the potential of the Rietfontein and Spitskop aquifer to meet a demand of 1000 m3/d (12 Lis) as an alternative water resource for the Rietfontein and Spitskop Community. Increasing demand for clean ... -
Groundwater occurrence of Table Mountain area in Cape Town, South Africa
Wu, Changhong (University of the Western Cape, 2009)Groundwater is an important water resource to be used to supplement the water demand for the City of Cape Town for present and future generations. Understanding the groundwater occurrence of the Table Mountain area is very ... -
Groundwater recharge estimation in Table Mountain Group aquifer systems with a case study of Kammanassie area
Wu, Yong (University of the Western Cape, 2005)The focus of this study was on recharge mechanisms and recharge estimation within the Table Mountain Group area. The study evaluated recharge processes and recharge estimation methods in the Table Mountain Group aquifer systems. -
Groundwater resource evaluation and protection in the Cape Flats, South Africa
Adelana, Segun Michael Adegboyega (University of the Western Cape, 2010)The analysis of geologic, hydrologic and hydrogeologic data interpreted to give the characteristics of the Cape Flats aquifer showed the quality of groundwater from the aquifer is suitable for development as a water resource. ... -
Groundwater resource evaluation in Table Mountain group aquifer systems
Jia, Haili (University of the Western Cape, 2007)Table Muntain Group has been identified as one of the major Regional Aquifers in South Africa. the vast distribution of it leads to a great diversity in its hydrogeological properties, which influences the dynamics of ...