Assessing the Viability of Carbon Capture and Storage in Nigeria: Opportunities, Challenges, and Implications

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a technology that shows promise in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and addressing climate change. Despite some recent advancements in carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology in Africa, its implementation in Nigeria, a developing country with a high carbon footprint and increasing energy demand, remains limited. This can be attributed to several challenges, including insufficient policies, funding, and technical expertise. This project aims to evaluate the potential of CCS in Nigeria by examining the opportunities, challenges, and implications of its implementation. It will conduct an analysis of the geological, technological, regulatory, and socio-economic factors that influence the feasibility of CCS in Nigeria. Furthermore, the project will explore the potential benefits and risks of CCS, including its effects on the energy mix, the environment, and the economy. The project's findings will offer valuable insights into the feasibility of CCS in Nigeria and inform policy decisions on the country's energy and climate strategies.

The project will employ a mixed-methods approach, integrating both qualitative and quantitative research methods. The qualitative methods will encompass a literature review, expert interviews, and case studies of CCS projects in Africa and other part of the world. The quantitative methods will entail data sampling and analysis to evaluate the geological storage capacity and potential for CO2 emissions reduction using CCS in Nigeria. Additionally, the project will leverage stakeholder analysis to identify the interests, perceptions, and attitudes of various actors towards CCS.

The project aims to offer a thorough evaluation of the potential of CCS in Nigeria, along with its effects on the energy, environment, and economy. By analyzing the technical, economic, social, and policy obstacles to the implementation of CCS in Nigeria, the project will suggest practical solutions to surmount them. The project will also suggest recommendations for creating a CCS roadmap for Nigeria that takes into account the nation's distinctive context and challenges. The project's contribution to global knowledge on CCS will inform the international efforts to reduce carbon emissions and achieve the objectives of the Paris Agreement.