The Role of Climate in Sustainable Energy Development in Nigeria.

Abstract

The climate of the world is changing and evidence of its variability abounds. This includes steady increase in temperature, erratic precipitation patterns and increasing incidence of weather related disasters. These have consequences on water resources and energy development. This paper examines the role of climate on sustainable energy development in Nigeria with the specific objective of assessing the extent of climatic influence on energy development. The result of the study shows that nearly all energy sources are directly or indirectly dependant or influenced by aspects of climate especially the renewable sources. Secondary data were used in the analysis and discussions. Conclusively, climate and its variability and change are identified to significantly influence energy development in a number of ways. Recommendations include continuous monitoring of changes in the climatic and energy variables to ensure sustainable energy development.