Nigeria’s Energy deficit: The challenges and Eco- friendly approach in reducing the energy gap

Abstract

This study provides an overview of the current energy deficit in Nigeria due to the massive challenges linked to the energy value-chain particularly the generation, distribution and decentralisation in Nigeria. The review discusses in detail, the possibility of using alternative resources to increase the usage of clean energy. The resources are represented by a huge biomass potential and solar energy availability in the country, which can be harnessed to solve the energy challenges. Therefore, solar-biomass pyrolysis technology was suggested as an appropriate technology to harness the combined energy potential presented by solar energy and biomass. This review helps to make the best design, choice, and adoption of suitable technology approaches for Nigeria. Moreover, the existing research on solar-biomass pyrolysis design architecture, configurations, were also reviewed. The choice of incorporating a solar-pyrolysis system for energy supplies and environmental resilience will be a novel attempt in the energy model using the Nigeria case.

Keywords

• renewable energy
• policy drivers
• pyrolysis
• biomass
• solar energy