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Policy pathways for renewable and sustainable energy utilisation in rural coastline communities in the Niger Delta zone of Nigeria

Ogheneruona E. Diemuodeke, T.A. Briggs · 2018 · Energy Reports

Summary. Rural coastal communities in Nigeria's Niger Delta face multiple barriers to renewable energy adoption, including policy gaps, technical challenges, financial constraints, and inadequate information systems. The paper identifies policy pathways to overcome these obstacles, emphasizing the need for coordinated action among government, oil companies, and local stakeholders. Federal renewable energy policies combined with corporate support can drive widespread adoption of renewable technologies to improve energy access and affordability in the region.

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Diemuodeke, O. E., & Briggs, T.. (2018). Policy pathways for renewable and sustainable energy utilisation in rural coastline communities in the Niger Delta zone of Nigeria. Energy Reports. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2018.10.004

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DOI
10.1016/j.egyr.2018.10.004
Countries
Nigeria
Regions
Africa
Categories
energy, policy
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2026-04-28