Investigating the Potential of Renewable Energy to Mitigate Climate Change Effects in Nigeria: A Case Study of Kaduna State

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@article{1711028,
      author = {Mukhtar Abdulkarim},
      title = {Investigating the Potential of Renewable Energy to Mitigate Climate Change Effects in Nigeria: A Case Study of Kaduna State},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {9},
      number = {4},
      pages = {25-34},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1711028.pdf},
      abstract = {This paper discusses the manner in which renewable energy can curb the impact of climate change in Nigeria, specifically the state of Kaduna. The goal is to get to know how renewable energy may be used to reduce the level of greenhouse gases emissions and how sustainable developments in the region can be achieved. The study had a mixed-methods design. Information collection was undertaken using government reports, academic journals, and the local energy providers. Households, businesses and energy specialists in Kaduna were also surveyed and interviewed. The research embraced existing power sources, access to renewable energy sources, and social climate concern. The results indicate that Kaduna depends largely on fossil fuels which give rise to several environmental challenges such as pollution of the air and warming. But the state has a high potential of solar and small hydro power. Majority of the respondents agree on renewable energy yet they undergo obstacles such as cost of set-up and limited expertise in this field. The article ends that renewable energy will help to mitigate climate risks in Kaduna provided that the renewable energy has powerful policies and investment. It suggests that there should be an increase in public awareness, funding of green energy initiatives and local labour training. Such a direction could aid Nigeria towards a cleaner and more stable energy future.},
      keywords = {Renewable Energy, Climate Change, Kaduna State, Nigeria, Sustainable Development},
      month = {October},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I4-1711028-3693}
  }