Document Type

Conference Paper

Publication Date

2024

DOI

10.52202/077496-0024

Publication Title

53rd American Solar Energy Society National Solar Conference 2024 (SOLAR 2024): Connecting Technology and Policy

Pages

271-284

Conference Name

53rd American Solar Energy Society National Solar Conference 2024 (SOLAR 2024): Connecting Technology and Policy, May 20-23, 2024, Washington, D.C.

Abstract

The paper examines the link between economic growth and greenhouse gas emissions reduction, focusing on the United States and Nigeria. The study addresses the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) targets that ensure average surface temperatures do not exceed 1.5°C above preindustrial levels and are intended to achieve net-zero GHG emissions by 2050. It examines emission reduction strategies in five common sectors: electricity, transportation, industry, cooking, and building. The United States is ahead of Nigeria in achieving its emissions-reduction goals, but challenges persist in some sectors. The study suggests that economic prosperity can be achieved without relying solely on fossil fuels, but Nigeria has yet to establish a clear pathway to overcome these hurdles.

Rights

© American Solar Energy Society 2024. All rights reserved.

Included with the kind written permission of the publisher.

Original Publication Citation

B. Ayankojo (2024). To what extent are the United States and Nigeria able to balance economic growth against emission reduction goals? In K. Friedrich, C. Rixham (Eds.), 53rd American Solar Energy Society National Solar Conference 2024 (SOLAR 2024): Connecting Technology and Policy (pp. 271-284). American Solar Energy Society. https://doi.org/10.52202/077496-0024

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