Embracing Green Technology in Nigeria: Innovations and Ongoing Projects Driving Sustainable Development

KEY TAKEAWAYS Green technology is essential for Nigeria’s sustainable future, helping address energy poverty, environmental degradation, and waste mismanagement while promoting economic resilience. Projects like the Nigeria Electrification Project and Solar Nigeria Program are expanding access to renewable energy in off-grid areas, particularly through solar-powered mini-grids and home systems. Innovative waste management initiatives, such as WeCyclers and waste-to-energy facilities, are transforming how urban communities handle solid waste while generating value and reducing pollution. Sustainable agriculture

Sustainable Development Through Green Technology Innovation In Nigeria

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Green technology innovation is crucial for sustainable development in Nigeria, with potential impacts on the environment, social well-being, and economic growth. Some progress has been recorded in the renewable energy sector and agriculture through the work being done at the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and the Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) to mention a few.  Beyond solar and agroforestry, waste management and green building