Renewable Energy as a Source of Power Generation in Nigeria
Keywords:
Solar Photovoltaic, Wind Energy, Renewable Energy, Electricity GenerationAbstract
The aims of this study are to investigate and identify renewable energy sources and how they can be used (potentials) to ameliorate the energy crisis of Nigeria from the electricity generation point of view. Solar photovoltaic and
wind energy is considered as a means to help tackle the shortage of electricity in the country. It is evident that solar and wind energy are viable alternative sources of energy for power generation in Nigeria. Port Harcourt is selected for the design because it is one of the cities with the highest rainfall in the country, and this will help in the assessment of solar PV potential for power generation in the country. The north has more solar resource compared to the south of the country. These locations are chosen because several studies have been carried out in order to investigate the pattern and characteristics of wind speed across the country with less consideration to the south-east zone. Based on the research and the analysis, it is found that solar and wind energy would be a solutionto the problem of electricity shortage and at the same time be a supportive energy source for the existing energy system in Nigeria.
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