Nigerian households' reliance on wood and charcoal for cooking, despite solar energy availability, impacts the nation's clean energy shift.

In Nigeria, many households rely on traditional fuels like wood and charcoal for cooking, even as renewable options such as solar energy become available. A study of 746 households revealed that individual energy choices significantly affect the nation's shift to clean energy, leading to "energy stacking." To enhance this transition, the Nigerian government should invest in eco-friendly cooking stoves and solar generators, ensuring these clean energy sources are accessible and affordable.

September 08, 2024
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