Title of article
Nigerian Wood Waste: A Potential Resource for Economic Development
Author/Authors
peter, akhator university of benin - department of mechanical engineering, Nigeria , obanor, albert university of benin - department of mechanical engineering, Nigeria , anthony, ugege university of benin - department of mechanical engineering, Nigeria
From page
246
To page
251
Abstract
Wood waste generation in Nigeria is constantly on the increase as a result of low average percentage timber recovery both in the forests and wood processing industries and increased demand for wood and its products in the country. Being perceived as mere useless materials to be discarded, wood waste has become a menace to public health and the environment in Nigeria due to its indiscriminate disposal practices. This paper therefore aims to highlight the potentials of wood waste as a viable resource for economic growth and sustainable development and thereby pique the people’s interest in the proper management and harnessing of wood waste.
Keywords
Sustainable development , Wood waste , Wood waste management , Wood waste utilization
Journal title
Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management
Journal title
Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management
Record number
2591167
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