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Renewable energy technology means of providing sustainable electricity in Nigerian rural areas: a review.

Abdulhakeem Garba, Mohammed Kishk · 2014 · Open Access Institutional Repository at Robert Gordon University (Robert Gordon University)

Summary. Nigeria's rural areas lack electricity access for over 65% of the population, causing economic decline and migration. This review examines renewable energy technologies as sustainable alternatives to failed fossil fuel systems. Biomass, hydro, and solar sources are viable for rural Nigeria, but implementation remains extremely low due to absent energy policy, government neglect, and low purchasing power. The authors recommend whole-life costing analysis to optimize economic performance.

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Garba, A., & Kishk, M.. (2014). Renewable energy technology means of providing sustainable electricity in Nigerian rural areas: a review. Open Access Institutional Repository at Robert Gordon University (Robert Gordon University). https://rgu-repository.worktribe.com/file/248551/1/GARBA%202014%20Renewable%20energy%20technology

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Countries
Nigeria
Regions
Africa
Categories
energy, policy, climate-and-environment
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2026-04-28