Diseño de una red de monitoreo de calidad de agua mediante AHP para el cauce urbano: Zamora al sur del Ecuador

Abstract

Abstract: Water quality in urban environments is a key factor for environmental sustainability and public health. In this context, this research designs a water quality monitoring network for the urban channel of the Zamora River, in southern Ecuador, using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) method. Six prioritization criteria were established for the selection of strategic monitoring points, considering aspects such as accessibility, impact of illegal discharges, presence of solid waste, and technical feasibility. Through multicriteria analysis and the use of geographic information systems (GIS), 15 key points were identified, optimizing network efficiency. The results obtained allow for improved water resource management, providing accurate information for decision-making and conservation actions. This study represents a significant contribution to the planning and monitoring of water quality in urban areas, laying the groundwork for future research.