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Research article
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19 Nov 2019
Research article |
| 19 Nov 2019
| 19 Nov 2019
Reliable reference for the methane concentrations in Lake Kivu at the beginning of industrial exploitation
Bertram Boehrer
CORRESPONDING AUTHOR
Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ, Magdeburg,
Germany
Wolf von Tümpling
Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ, Magdeburg,
Germany
Ange Mugisha
Lake Kivu Management Program LKMP, Gisenyi, Rwanda
Christophe Rogemont
Hi-Tech Detection Systems, Massy CEDEX, France
Augusta Umutoni
Lake Kivu Management Program LKMP, Kigali, Rwanda
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Latest update: 19 Apr 2024
Short summary
Dissolved methane in Lake Kivu (East Africa) represents a precious energy deposit, but the high gas loads have also been perceived as a threat by the local population. Our measurements confirm the huge amount of methane and carbon dioxide present, but do not support the current theory of a significant recharge. Direct measurements of gas pressure indicate no imminent danger due to limnic eruptions. A continuous survey is mandatory to support responsible action during industrial exploitation.
Dissolved methane in Lake Kivu (East Africa) represents a precious energy deposit, but the high...
