Abebe Senamaw
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Abebe Senamaw has a total of 7 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Aschalew Alelign
Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia
1 shared publication - Azmeraw Alemkere Bezabih
Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia
1 shared publication - Muhammad Azhar Ehsan
Columbia University
1 shared publication - Shimelis Aynalem Zelelew
Department of Wildlife and Ecotourism Management, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
1 shared publication - Tadele Melese
Department of Natural Resource Management, College of Agriculture and Environmental Science, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
1 shared publication - Tatek Belay
Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, Debre Tabor University, Debre Tabor, Ethiopia
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 5 November 2024
- Published by MDPI AG in Preprints.org
Geospatial Assessment of Ecotourism Potential in the Lake Tana Watershed, Ethiopia
Accurate information on ecotourism site suitability is crucial for effective planning, aiding in ecological conservation and local economic uplift. This study addresses the lack of documented ecotourism site suitability in the Lake Tana watershed of Ethiopia by evaluating factors such as elevation, slope, vegetation density, and proximity to water and infrastructure using Geographical Information System (GIS) and multi-criteria evaluation methods. The Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) combined with GIS was used to create a resource inventory and establish sustainable tourism criteria. A suitability map was developed based on weights from pair-wise comparisons of the selected criteria. Results show that 20% of the area, particularly near Lake Tana and water bodies, is highly suitable for ecotourism. Additionally, 50% is moderately suitable, 3.1% is marginally suitable, and 26% is unsuitable for development. These findings can guide resilient policies for ecotourism initiatives and help assess sustainable tourism in other regions. Regional tourism offices, Non-governmental Organizations, and policymakers can use this data to evaluate natural resource suitability for ecotourism, providing a foundation for further research in the field.
- 5 November 2024
- Published by MDPI AG in Preprints.org
Open AccessGeospatial Assessment of Ecotourism Potential in the Lake Tana Watershed, Ethiopia
Accurate information on ecotourism site suitability is crucial for effective planning, aiding in ecological conservation and local economic uplift. This study addresses the lack of documented ecotourism site suitability in the Lake Tana watershed of Ethiopia by evaluating factors such as elevation, slope, vegetation density, and proximity to water and infrastructure using Geographical Information System (GIS) and multi-criteria evaluation methods. The Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) combined with GIS was used to create a resource inventory and establish sustainable tourism criteria. A suitability map was developed based on weights from pair-wise comparisons of the selected criteria. Results show that 20% of the area, particularly near Lake Tana and water bodies, is highly suitable for ecotourism. Additionally, 50% is moderately suitable, 3.1% is marginally suitable, and 26% is unsuitable for development. These findings can guide resilient policies for ecotourism initiatives and help assess sustainable tourism in other regions. Regional tourism offices, Non-governmental Organizations, and policymakers can use this data to evaluate natural resource suitability for ecotourism, providing a foundation for further research in the field.