Exploring the dynamics of stakeholders’ perspectives towards planning low-carbon energy transitions: a case of the Nigerian power sector

Shari, Babajide Epe and Madougou, Saidou and Ohunakin, O.S. and Blechinger, Philipp and Moumouni, Yacouba and Ahmed, A. and Tukur, Yunusa (2023) Exploring the dynamics of stakeholders’ perspectives towards planning low-carbon energy transitions: a case of the Nigerian power sector. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE ENERGY, 42 (1). pp. 209-235.

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Abstract

This study uses a multi-stakeholder analysis approach to consolidate lowcarbon energy planning and facilitate energy transition (ET). To do this, we assess factors that influence ET strategies in the Nigerian power sector. Here we employ both quantitative and qualitative data obtained via well-structured, and concise questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. While our study brings to light a sustainable approach to achieving a low-carbon future, it identified technology, motivation and finance as variables that are significant in accelerating the country’s transition to clean energy. It revealed that prioritising low-interest rate and tax holiday for investors’ of solar energy and consistence expansion in energy efficiency (EE) is pertinent to achieving a sustainable lowcarbon future in Nigeria. We conclude that robust policy frameworks that prioritise investment in solar energy and EE through incentivising energy management solutions with appropriate financial tools and fostering active verbal support through advocacy are essential to ET in Nigeria.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Clean energy planning; energy transitions; multistakeholder energy analysis; Nigerian power sector; energy efficient technology; solar energy
Subjects:	T Technology > TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics > School of Engineering Sciences
Depositing User:	nwokealisi
Date Deposited:	04 Jul 2023 15:36
Last Modified:	04 Jul 2023 15:36
URI:	http://eprints.covenantuniversity.edu.ng/id/eprint/17131

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