The Nigeria Renewable Energy Master Plan (REMP) is a policy being implemented by Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Environment that aims to increase the contribution of renewable energy to account for 10% of Nigerian total energy consumption by 2025. The Renewable Energy Masterplan for Nigeria was produced in 2006 with support from the UNDP.
Description The Renewable Energy Master Plan (REMP) articulates Nigeria’s vision and sets out a road map for increasing the role of renewable energy in achieving sustainable development.http://www.iceednigeria.org/workspace/uploads/nov.-2005.pdf |publisher=Energy Commission of Nigeria The policy primarily addresses Nigeria's need for increased electricity supply, improved grid reliability and security.
Targets of REMP Targets for Renewable Energy Contribution to Electricity Generation (MW) in Nigeria Resource Short-term Medium-term Long-term Hydro (large) 1930 5930 48,000 Hydro (small) 100 734 19,000 Solar PV 5 120 500 Solar thermal - 1 5 Biomass - 100 800 Wind 1 20 40 All Renewables 2036 6905 68,345 All energy sources 16,000 30,000 192,000 % of Renewables 13% 23% 36%
See also
Energy in Nigeria
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