Download or read book Africa s Propensity for a Net Zero Energy Transition written by Anthony Umunnakwe Obiwulu and published by . This book was released on 2024-11-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the issue of a sustainable energy transition in Africa including the current energy landscape and exploration of various scenarios for achieving net-zero emissions. It highlights the challenges faced by African countries in transitioning to clean energy and provides practical solutions for these challenges. It provides perceptive analysis and case studies demonstrating how African nations can take advantage of their natural resources including insights from Bhutan and Denmark to achieve sustainable development while mitigating the effects of climate change. Features: Offers unique insights into the specific challenges and opportunities that Africa faces in achieving a net zero energy future. Provides comprehensive understanding of the region's renewable energy potential, the policies and initiatives driving sustainable development. Highlights successful case studies, emerging technologies, and the economic and environmental benefits of transitioning to net zero energy. Explores the role of international collaborations and partnerships in supporting Africa's journey towards a net zero energy future. Discusses solutions must be tailored to the specific needs and contexts of African countries. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in sustainability and energy systems.
Download or read book Africa s Path to Net Zero written by Samuel Chukwujindu Nwokolo and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-12-06 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and opportunities for achieving a net-zero energy transition in Africa. With a focus on policy, technology, financing, and socio-political factors, the book presents four potential scenarios for a sustainable energy transition in the continent. The scenarios presented highlight the importance of balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability and social development. While foreign investments in renewable energy could be beneficial, they must be carefully monitored and regulated to prevent exploitation and ensure accountability. The book also emphasizes the need for collaboration and a calculated transition to ensure that all stakeholders are involved in the process. Additionally, the challenges of achieving self-sufficiency and export-free energy are discussed, with the importance of setting limitations and regulations to prevent a vicious cycle of poverty and dependency on foreign aid. With a deep understanding of Africa's environmental, socio-political, and socio-cultural complexities, “Africa's Path to Net-Zero” offers valuable insights for policymakers, investors, and anyone interested in promoting a sustainable energy future for the continent.
Download or read book Net Zero and Natural Resources Law written by and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2024-08-01 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: States, corporations, and other actors worldwide have committed to measures aimed at bringing down global emissions to net zero by the year 2060 or earlier. While the need for a clean energy transition is clear, incoherently designed transition programs can pose complex environmental, social, and governance risks, including legal liability and protracted disputes. At the same time, the rush for minerals needed to manufacture clean energy technologies raises fundamental questions–most crucially, how to ensure the exploration and development of energy transition minerals in a manner that does not exacerbate resource conflicts, resource nationalism, human rights violations, protectionism, energy insecurity, social exclusions, and inequity, especially in conflict-affected and high-risk regions. By studying the legal and regulatory systems of Africa, Asia, Europe, Australasia, and North and South America through the themes of sovereignty, security and solidarity, Net Zero and Natural Resources Law provides an in-depth discussion of tools and techniques for addressing the legal and contract risks relating to the clean energy transition. This book offers a comprehensive and authoritative account of the nature, scope, and guiding principles of natural resources law and policy in a net zero era. Consideration is given to the integrated resource governance roadmap that is needed to improve coherence and coordination in the design, financing, and implementation of energy transition programs across the entire natural resource value chain.
Download or read book South Africa s Energy Transition written by Tobias Bischof-Niemz and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-07-11 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: South Africa’s energy transition has become a highly topical, emotive and politically contentious topic. Taking a systems perspective, this book offers an evidence-based roadmap for such a transition and debunks many of the myths raised about the risks of a renewable-energy-led electricity mix. Owing to its formidable solar and wind resources, South Africa has an almost unparalleled opportunity to turn solar photovoltaic and onshore wind generators into the country’s power generation workhorses – a role hitherto played by coal. This book shows that a renewables-led mix will not only provide the lowest cost, but will also create more jobs than any of the alternatives currently under consideration. In addition, it offers a glimpse of how South Africa’s low-cost and decarbonised electricity system can power a competitive industrial economy, an electric-mobility revolution and, in the long run, create new export opportunities. This book will be of great interest to energy industry practitioners, as well as students and scholars of energy policy and politics, environmental economics and sustainable development.
Download or read book Energy Transitions and the Future of the African Energy Sector written by Victoria R. Nalule and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-10-12 with total page 477 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores current developments in the African energy sector and highlights how these are likely to be affected by the ongoing global efforts to transition to a low-carbon economy. It analyses the legal, regulatory and policy frameworks at the national and regional level as they relate to Energy transition in Africa and discusses how regionalism is increasingly utilized to tackle energy access and climate change challenges. Using case studies from across the continent, several key thematic issues, including gender justice, social license to operate, local content and conflict of energy laws are covered in detail. The authors also uniquely examine the progressive nature of global energy use and introduce the new concept of ‘Energy Progression.’ This book will be an invaluable reference for researchers and policymakers looking for a comprehensive overview of the field.
Download or read book Energy in Africa written by Manfred Hafner and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-08-06 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This open access book presents a picture of the current energy challenges on the African continent (and the Sub-Saharan region in particular) and proposes pathways to an accelerated energy transition. Starting with an analysis of the status quo and the outlook for Africa’s energy demand and energy access, it provides an account of the available resources, including hydrocarbons and renewable energy resources, which are playing an increasingly crucial role. It then moves on to analyze the level of investment required to scale-up Africa’s energy systems, shedding light on the key barriers and elaborating on potential solutions. It also provides a suggestion for improving the effectiveness of EU–Africa cooperation. While mainly intended for policymakers and academics, this book also speaks to a broader audience interested in gaining an overview of the challenges and opportunities of the African energy sector today and in the future.
Download or read book Technological Pathways for Africa s Net Zero Economy written by Samuel Chukwujindu Nwokolo and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2024-09-12 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Technological Pathways for Africa's Net-Zero Economy: Technology Solutions to Unlock Africa’s Sustainable Future explores the potential of African countries to transition towards a net-zero economy. It highlights sustainable development challenges and opportunities Africa faces and provides insights on technological pathways toward this goal. The book emphasizes the importance of harnessing renewable energy resources, promoting green innovation, and building resilient infrastructure for a sustainable future. It calls for strong policy frameworks and international collaboration to support African countries in their transition. The book outlines seven scenarios supporting Africa's technological paths to a net-zero economy: leapfrogging, hybridization, adaptation, decentralization, sustainable development, promotion, and finance. These scenarios aim to adopt innovative technologies and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Investing in education and capacity-building programs is crucial for African countries to effectively implement sustainable energy solutions, so the book also highlights the role of education and awareness in fostering a culture of sustainability among African communities and empowering them to actively participate in climate action initiatives. Takes into account the unique socioeconomic and environmental context of Africa, which is crucial for developing tailored strategies and solutions that are suitable for the continent Offers practical insights and recommendations for policymakers, businesses, and individuals to navigate the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to a sustainable future Highlights successful case studies from other regions that can serve as inspiration and learning points for Africa's journey towards a net-zero economy
Download or read book Technological Pathways for Africa s Net Zero Economy written by Samuel Chukwujindu Nwokolo and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2024-09-12 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Technological Pathways for Africa's Net-Zero Economy: Technology Solutions to Unlock Africa’s Sustainable Future explores the potential of African countries to transition towards a net-zero economy. It highlights sustainable development challenges and opportunities Africa faces and provides insights on technological pathways toward this goal. The book emphasizes the importance of harnessing renewable energy resources, promoting green innovation, and building resilient infrastructure for a sustainable future. It calls for strong policy frameworks and international collaboration to support African countries in their transition. The book outlines seven scenarios supporting Africa's technological paths to a net-zero economy: leapfrogging, hybridization, adaptation, decentralization, sustainable development, promotion, and finance. These scenarios aim to adopt innovative technologies and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Investing in education and capacity-building programs is crucial for African countries to effectively implement sustainable energy solutions, so the book also highlights the role of education and awareness in fostering a culture of sustainability among African communities and empowering them to actively participate in climate action initiatives.
Download or read book A Just Transition written by NJ Ayuk and published by Blackstone Publishing. This book was released on 2023-03-07 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Mr. Ayuk shows how the oil and gas industry can unleash economic development and prosperity across the continent.” —The late OPEC Secretary General, Mohammad Barkindo In just a few short decades, the many countries of our planet have become interconnected beyond our wildest imaginations. And as our view of the world has expanded, there has been a rise in the demand for cultures and political institutions around the world to “think globally.” While thinking globally is often well-meaning, acting globally without consideration for local countries can unintentionally cause harmful results. In A Just Transition, renowned Cameroonian author and entrepreneur NJ Ayuk reveals how this sobering reality is unfolding as the International Energy Agency’s ambitious green energy (IEA) policies have stifled and crippled the energy economies of Africa. When the IEA set a hard requirement for countries around the world to embrace “green” energy sources, the burgeoning energy economies of Africa watched in horror as funding and business interest in their oil and gas energy projects evaporated. With a natural abundance of oil and gas resources, Africa has the potential to be a global energy leader. But this transformation cannot happen for African countries through green energy alone. A Just Transition is an insightful exploration into the possibility of a bright future for African countries and the factors that stand in the way of its manifestation. NJ Ayuk takes listeners on a detailed, expert journey through the following topics: The reality of energy poverty The value of natural gas in Africa How foreign aid actually harms Africa Embracing new technology Creating opportunities for women And much more! With thoughtful governance, a keen eye for opportunity, and the due consideration of the countries affected by a sweeping legislation, it is possible for countries in Africa to make a transition to renewable energy that is not only just but prosperous for all involved.
Download or read book Energy in Africa written by Lucia de Strasser and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-08 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This open access book presents a picture of the current energy challenges on the African continent (and the Sub-Saharan region in particular) and proposes pathways to an accelerated energy transition. Starting with an analysis of the status quo and the outlook for Africa's energy demand and energy access, it provides an account of the available resources, including hydrocarbons and renewable energy resources, which are playing an increasingly crucial role. It then moves on to analyze the level of investment required to scale-up Africa's energy systems, shedding light on the key barriers and elaborating on potential solutions. It also provides a suggestion for improving the effectiveness of EU-Africa cooperation. While mainly intended for policymakers and academics, this book also speaks to a broader audience interested in gaining an overview of the challenges and opportunities of the African energy sector today and in the future. This work was published by Saint Philip Street Press pursuant to a Creative Commons license permitting commercial use. All rights not granted by the work's license are retained by the author or authors.
Download or read book Energy in Africa written by Manfred Hafner and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This open access book presents a picture of the current energy challenges on the African continent (and the Sub-Saharan region in particular) and proposes pathways to an accelerated energy transition. Starting with an analysis of the status quo and the outlook for Africa's energy demand and energy access, it provides an account of the available resources, including hydrocarbons and renewable energy resources, which are playing an increasingly crucial role. It then moves on to analyze the level of investment required to scale-up Africa's energy systems, shedding light on the key barriers and elaborating on potential solutions. It also provides a suggestion for improving the effectiveness of EU-Africa cooperation. While mainly intended for policymakers and academics, this book also speaks to a broader audience interested in gaining an overview of the challenges and opportunities of the African energy sector today and in the future.
Download or read book Climate Change and Economic Development in Africa written by Moussa Blimpo and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: African countries face a dual challenge of building broad-based prosperity for their citizens amidst the threat of climate change. The research has typically considered them separately. This paper reviews the state of the knowledge on energy transition modeling and projections in Africa, with special attention to the development imperatives and the commitment to eliminating greenhouse gas emissions. We analyzed 156 peer reviewed research papers that cover part or the whole of Africa, concerned with the issue of the energy transition, and that are model-based or scenario-based. Our analysis reveals among other things that i) Energy transition modeling is a recent but fast-growing phenomenon in Africa, with over 90% of papers completed after the Paris Agreement in 2015, ii) projection of energy mixes and the emissions paths are the key objective in general, with only 10% of the papers that also considered development outcomes as a central outcome, iii) technologies such as carbon capture, nuclear, or hydrogen, are among the least considered, and iv) nearly two-third of the research was produced without an author based on the African continent. We discuss the significance of these findings and reflect on the way forward to tackling climate challenges and the socio-economic development.
Download or read book Energy Transition Geopolitics in Sub Saharan Africa written by Michael Imran Kanu and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The global energy transition and geopolitics scene paints a picture of uncertainty and anxiety. This is propelled by the increasing need for renewable energy, the disruptive Middle Eastern conflicts and the resurgence of the global political and ideological divide, thereby threatening the predominately conventional hydrocarbon energy sources. Climate change parameters add further complexity, and perhaps an additional burden for sub-Saharan Africa struggling to develop energy infrastructure to meet its increasing demands. Looming energy transition and the abundance of natural resources poses both threats and opportunities for sub-Saharan Africa. The challenges include the lack of significant investment in energy infrastructure, human resources, and technology. The natural resource of sub-Sahara Africa places it in a prime position to effectively exploit and possibly lead in renewable energy transition. At present sub-Saharan Africa's reliance on biomass is still high and the need to transition from heavy reliance on unsustainable biomass to renewable energy is stark. Equally stark is the optimism to leapfrog the conventional path to energy development and shift directly to renewables, in view of the advances in technology and climate change concerns. Recent trends show a shift in policy by African States towards abolishing energy production state monopolies and creating the platform to successfully overcome the energy trilemma, especially by financing sustainable energy projects. This paper, approached from a legal perspective, examines the recent optimism in Sub- Saharan Africa's energy transition policies, evaluating the financing patterns, with the aim of assessing how the financing methods have promoted or limited energy projects. This article claims that the adoption of a legal framework that is receptive to innovative financing schemes will reduce the heavy reliance on donor support, worryingly influenced by global geopolitics. It further asserts that sub-Saharan Africa's energy transition depends greatly on the supplementation of the traditional donor driven, highly politicized funding patterns, to developing specific themed equity and debt financing, including private-public partnerships, securitisation, targeting investors (even within Africa), with political commitments to open market access, thereby democratizing energy access and production.
Download or read book Planet Zero Carbon written by Daniel Williams and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-18 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Challenging the assumption that getting to net zero is an unattainable aspiration, 'Planet Zero Carbon' sets out to show that this goal is very much becoming a reality as policy and industry work together. Framed by the onset of increasingly costly climate impacts, the book successfully details how the energy transition is not only affordable, but the technologies and policies associated with a shift to zero carbon are a necessity that the world cannot afford to avoid. First looking at a range of credible zero and low carbon energy scenarios, the book then goes on to explore the roles of the two primary energy carriers of the 21st century - electricity and hydrogen. Following a comprehensive assessment of the different factors involved, the book then looks in more detail at the various ways new technologies and focused policy is being utilised to decarbonise each sector of the economy, charting where industry is today and what we can expect to occur within the approaching decades. Special attention is given to financing the transition, the role of central and development banks as well as the threat of stranded assets. The book concludes with a rounded appraisal of what exit strategies are likely to be implemented by fossil energy companies now that Europe, the United States, Canada and China among others are all committed to fully decarbonising. Filled with the latest data, this fascinating and informative book lays bare the realities of our energy system, and the dramatic changes that are now taking place.
Download or read book Energy Regulation in Africa written by Ishmael Ackah and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on with total page 631 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Nuclear Law written by International Atomic Energy Agency and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This open access book traces the journey of nuclear law: its origins, how it has developed, where it is now, and where it is headed. As a discipline, this highly specialized body of law makes it possible for us to benefit from the life-saving applications of nuclear science and technology, including diagnosing cancer as well as avoiding and mitigating the effects of climate change. This book seeks to give readers a glimpse into the future of nuclear law, science and technology. It intends to provoke thought and discussion about how we can maximize the benefits and minimize the risks inherent in nuclear science and technology. This compilation of essays presents a global view in discipline as well as in geography. The book is aimed at representatives of governments -- including regulators, policymakers and lawmakers -- as well representatives of international organizations and the legal and insurance sectors. It will be of interest to all those keen to better understand the role of law in enabling the safe, secure, and peaceful use of nuclear technology around the world. The contributions in this book are written by leading experts, including the IAEA's Director General, and discuss the four branches of nuclear law -- safety, security, safeguards and nuclear liability -- and the interaction of nuclear law with other fields of national and international law.
Download or read book Dilemmas of Energy Transitions in the Global South written by Ankit Kumar and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-06-16 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores how, in the wake of the Anthropocene, the growing call for urgent decarbonisation and accelerated energy transitions might have unintended consequences for energy poverty, justice and democracy, especially in the global South. Dilemmas of Energy Transitions in the Global South brings together theoretical and empirical contributions focused on rethinking energy transitions conceptually from and for the global South, and highlights issues of justice and inclusivity. It argues that while urgency is critical for energy transitions in a climate-changed world, we must be wary of conflating goals and processes, and enquire what urgency means for due process. Drawing from a range of authors with expertise spanning environmental justice, design theory, ethics of technology, conflict and gender, it examines case studies from countries including Bolivia, Sri Lanka, India, The Gambia and Lebanon in order to expand our understanding of what energy transitions are, and how just energy transitions can be done in different parts of the world. Overall, driven by a postcolonial and decolonial sensibility, this book brings to the fore new concepts and ideas to help balance the demands of justice and urgency, to flag relevant but often overlooked issues, and to provide new pathways forward. This volume will be of great interest to students and scholars of energy transitions, environmental justice, climate change and developing countries. The Open Access version of this book, available at https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/oa-edit/10.4324/9781003052821 has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license.
