TY - CHAP
T1 - Renewable Energy Potential, Production and Utilisation in Africa
AU - Ribeiro, Joseph X. F.
AU - Antwi, Edward
AU - Shahreza, Mahmoud Saleh
AU - Oko, Eni
AU - Albayati, Ibrahim
AU - Elseragy, Ahmed
AU - Asamoah, Tracy
AU - Aliyu, Aliyu M.
PY - 2024/7/29
Y1 - 2024/7/29
N2 - This chapter delves into the crucial realm of renewable energy production and utilisation in Africa and addresses the pressing need to leverage Africa's abundant renewable resources for economic growth, energy security, and environmental preservation. This research aims to underscore the transformative potential of renewable energy adoption in Africa and to examine the multifaceted implications for both policy and practice. Utilising a comprehensive review of existing literature and data, this chapter offers insights into the current state of renewable energy in Africa, emphasizing its impact on energy access, job creation, and climate change mitigation. The findings demonstrate that renewable energy not only addresses energy poverty but also drives economic development and contributes to global sustainability goals. Moreover, the research reveals the significance of clear policy frameworks, innovative financing mechanisms, and community engagement in facilitating the transition to renewable energy sources. Ultimately, this chapter underscores the pivotal role of renewable energy in Africa's sustainable development journey. It highlights the imperative for policymakers, investors, and stakeholders to collaborate in unlocking the continent's renewable energy potential, fostering economic growth, and safeguarding the environment. This research offers valuable insights for both practitioners and researchers, advocating for a cleaner, more equitable, and resilient energy future in Africa.
AB - This chapter delves into the crucial realm of renewable energy production and utilisation in Africa and addresses the pressing need to leverage Africa's abundant renewable resources for economic growth, energy security, and environmental preservation. This research aims to underscore the transformative potential of renewable energy adoption in Africa and to examine the multifaceted implications for both policy and practice. Utilising a comprehensive review of existing literature and data, this chapter offers insights into the current state of renewable energy in Africa, emphasizing its impact on energy access, job creation, and climate change mitigation. The findings demonstrate that renewable energy not only addresses energy poverty but also drives economic development and contributes to global sustainability goals. Moreover, the research reveals the significance of clear policy frameworks, innovative financing mechanisms, and community engagement in facilitating the transition to renewable energy sources. Ultimately, this chapter underscores the pivotal role of renewable energy in Africa's sustainable development journey. It highlights the imperative for policymakers, investors, and stakeholders to collaborate in unlocking the continent's renewable energy potential, fostering economic growth, and safeguarding the environment. This research offers valuable insights for both practitioners and researchers, advocating for a cleaner, more equitable, and resilient energy future in Africa.
KW - Biomass
KW - Geothermal energy
KW - Hydrogen potential
KW - SDG7
KW - Solar energy
KW - Wind resources
UR - http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?scp=85202022848&partnerID=8YFLogxK
U2 - 10.1007/978-3-031-58086-4_9
DO - 10.1007/978-3-031-58086-4_9
M3 - Chapter
SN - 9783031580857
SN - 9783031580888
T3 - Lecture Notes in Energy
SP - 137
EP - 157
BT - Key Themes in Energy Management
PB - Springer
ER -
