African scientists propose AI-assisted method to identify causes of electricity losses
This approach could prove especially relevant in developing countries, where the level of losses in power grids can exceed 30%.
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Electricity from rainwater? Why not!
Power generation from water is achieved by moving large volumes of water to rotate turbines at hydroelectric power plants or via tidal waves.
Global growth in demand for electricity accelerated drastically
Despite the risk of global economy slowdown, the global growth in demand for electricity accelerated substantially: in 2023, global electricity consumption grew by 2.5%, and in 2024 – by 4.3%. In absolute terms, the growth reached 1,080 TW*h exceeding the total annual electricity consumption in France and Germany.
Poor power supply affecting industrialization in Nigeria –Dangote
Aside from electricity, Dangote also blamed inconsistent government policies for Nigeria’s failure to industrialize.
Draft National Integrated Electricity Policy will boost Nigeria’s economic potential –Bukola Adubi
This policy aims to overhaul Nigeria’s electricity sector, making it more resilient, efficient, and better equipped to drive national development.
Facebook’s parent company Meta to buy green energy from Germany’s RWE
The solar parks are expected to be commissioned for the end of 2025.
Approaches for addressing erratic power supply
Today, the country is grappling with an erratic power supply which has now crippled the economy.
59 electricity workers die on duty in two quarters —NERC
The NERC disclosed that 31 others sustained injuries in the 55 accidents.
Powerless: Nigeria’s unending struggle with electricity
Therefore, one can safely say that this year marks the 142nd anniversary of commercial electricity globally.
Labour, private sector protest as Discos hike tariff again
The Nigeria Labour Congress, Trade Union Congress, and Organised Private Sector, on Wednesday, faulted the latest hike in the electricity tariff payable by customers in the Band A Category. Following the depreciation of the naira against the United States dollar, and inflation, among other factors, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission again raised the tariff payable…