Amid the global energy challenges and pressing demand for sustainable practices, Nigeria is confronted with the imperative to harness inventive solutions that amplify energy efficiency and shrink its carbon footprint.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
This endeavor is paramount due to the data presented by Climate Scorecard, illustrating Nigeria’s emission of 104.27 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MtCO2e) in 2018.
Breaking down the country’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for 2016 (totaling 481.02 MtCO2e), the predominant constituents include carbon dioxide at 61.74%, trailed by methane at 27.82%, nitrous oxide at 7.77%, and fluorinated gas at 2.66%….CONTINUE READING
Apart from the detrimental repercussions of GHG emissions on the environment and public health, Damilola Asaleye, Vice President of the Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria, emphasized that the cost of fossil fuels is surpassing that of clean energy.
An illustrative instance is 9mobile, where energy expenses and related maintenance constitute a significant 86% of the network’s Operational Expenditure (OPEX).
To counter this energy cost challenge, the company recently embraced collaboration with independent energy providers in a Capital Expenditure (CAPEX)-free approach, deploying solar hybrid solutions and gas-flared generators (CNG generators) to curtail OPEX and CAPEX replacement expenditures, while concurrently mitigating environmental impact.
Assuring the wisdom of 9mobile’s shift to clean energy, Asaleye stressed that the long-term advantages will be advantageous for the company, while urging other enterprises to emulate this transition.
She further emphasized, “Telecommunications has evolved into the fundamental backbone of our modern landscape.
Empowering telecom with clean, reliable energy stands crucial for economic growth. The gains from adopting clean energy outweigh the costs, as it trims operational expenses, diminishes carbon footprints, and ensures power availability even in off-grid regions.”
Aligned with these merits, the telecommunications sector, a pivotal cornerstone of contemporary society, recently orchestrated a convergence of academic minds and other key stakeholders to deliberate on the integration of cleaner, eco-friendly energy sources.
This pursuit seeks to alleviate energy scarcity challenges and actively contribute to a sustainable future.
