Nigeria’s net-zero goal seen as achievable by NASENI
Nigeria’s National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) believes the country can meet its net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2060. At a renewable energy workshop in Abuja, Engr Edith Aja from NASENI highlighted the importance of sustained commitment from government, businesses, and citizens. The agency emphasised the need for better data collection and public awareness to support the clean energy transition. Stakeholders from various sectors attended the event to discuss strategies for advancing renewable energy and environmental sustainability.
What we know
- NASENI expressed confidence in Nigeria’s ability to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060 with continued effort and collaboration.
- Engr Edith Aja stated that awareness programmes are essential for educating citizens about their role in reducing emissions and adopting renewable energy.
- The lack of comprehensive data on renewable energy projects and users was identified as a major challenge for tracking progress and accessing climate finance.
- Deji Atoyebi of AtoB Technology Limited stressed the importance of collecting and harmonising data to support development planning and investment.
- The workshop aimed to raise awareness and facilitate data collection to ensure contributors to environmental sustainability can benefit from climate-related incentives.
