手壓泵浦鑽孔技術於減輕烏干達農村水資源短缺的社會經濟 效益和永續發展目標的一致性:以穆科諾區姆彭格地區為例

Abstract

本研究探討了手動水井技術在解決烏干達穆科諾區(Mukono)，姆蓬格郡(Mpunge)，水資源短缺問題上的社會經濟效益及其與永續發展目標（SDGs）的契合度。研究採用定量分析法，評估了井的功能、可靠性及其對社區發展的影響。研究結果表明，儘管手動水井顯著提高了水的可獲得性，並減少了取水時間，但仍存在永續性問題和水質問題。研究結果計畫包含了多個永續發展的指標，包括SDG 6（清潔飲水和衛生設施）、SDG 1（消除貧窮）、SDG 3（良好健康與福祉）、SDG 4（優質教育）和SDG 5（性別平等）。研究顯示，獲得清潔水源有助於健康改善、教育機會和經濟增長。通過確保清潔水源的獲取，這些水井支持更廣泛的發展目標，提升社區並提高生活品質。對手動水井25年的社會投資回報（SROI）分析顯示出顯著的社會經濟回報。社區的生計得到改善，醫療成本減少，生產力增加。對水井的長期投資顯示出巨大的收益，證明了持續支持和發展的合理性。本研究為農村水資源管理的政策制定者和利益相關者提供了關鍵見解，宣導增強井技術的永續性和社會經濟影響的策略。通過解決現有的問題並利用提供的機會，農村社區可以實現永續的清潔水源，促進社會經濟發展並提高所有居民的生活品質。

關鍵字：手動水井，水的可及性，社會經濟影響，永續發展目標（SDGs），社區發展。

This research investigates the socio-economic effectiveness of hand pump borehole technology in addressing water scarcity in Mpunge Sub-County, Mukono District, Uganda, and its alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Utilizing quantitative methods, the study evaluates the functionality, reliability, and impact of boreholes on community development. The findings reveal that while hand pump boreholes significantly improve water accessibility and reduce the time spent fetching water, challenges such as sustainability issues and water quality concerns persist. The study highlights the alignment with multiple SDGs, including SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 5 (Gender Equality). It demonstrates how access to clean water contributes to health improvements, educational opportunities, and economic growth. By ensuring clean water access, these boreholes support broader development goals that uplift communities and enhance quality of life. The Social Return on Investment (SROI) analysis over 25 years of borehole functionality reveals a significant socio-economic return. Communities experience enhanced livelihoods, reduced healthcare costs, and increased productivity. This long-term investment in borehole technology shows substantial benefits that justify continued support and development. This research provides critical insights for policymakers and stakeholders in rural water resource management. It advocates for strategies that enhance the sustainability and socio-economic impact of borehole technology. By addressing identified challenges and leveraging the opportunities presented, communities can achieve sustainable access to clean water, fostering socio-economic development and improving the quality of life for all residents.

Keywords: Hand pump boreholes, water accessibility, socio-economic impact, sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), community development.