Benjamin Anabaraonye
Institute of Climate Change Studies, University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
Title: THE USE OF SOLAR ENERGY FOR SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH IN NIGERIA
Biography
Biography: Benjamin Anabaraonye
Abstract
Climate change, global warming and other related environmental challenges which constitute a threat to sustainable economic growth in Nigeria have also created opportunities for green entrepreneurship. Through our literature review and participant observation, we have discovered that there is a great need for individuals, institutions and communities to adopt the use of solar energy which is eco-friendly and has the capacity to provide green skills, green technology and green jobs for sustainable economic growth in Nigeria. This paper identifies climate change education as vital for preparing individuals, institutions and communities in Nigeria for climate change impacts and to learn how to adapt and mitigate effectively for our sustainable economic growth. This paper calls for more intensive research in disruptive innovation approach to maximize the green entrepreneurial opportunities in the use of solar energy for sustainable economic growth in Nigeria. It further identifies green entrepreneurs as assets and eco-friendly agents of positive change who are in high demand in Nigeria today. This paper examines the concept of disruptive innovation in green entrepreneurship in Nigeria and outlines the benefits and economic opportunities in the use of solar energy for sustainable economic growth in Nigeria.