| dc.description.abstract | Niger possesses a vast amount of renewable energy potential but still battles with numerous
challenges in its energy sector with the increasing effects of climate change, also escalating
the socio-economic predicaments of the country. Studies have revealed community
acceptability as one approach to resolving such energy crises; however, acceptability is
narrowly being discussed, especially within the context of African communities. The study
aims to; therefore, understand the factors that influence the acceptability of renewable
energy and its implication on climate change actions in Sekoukou community in Niger
where electricity and clean cooking sources are in dearth.
Various methods and techniques deployed for this study included focus group discussions,
interviews, observations, as well as a gender sensitivity analysis. An assumption from a
cross-tabulation test indicates that there is no significant statistical difference between
occupation, household head and energy preferences. The gender sensitivity analysis also
reveals a strong desire between males and females to participate in climate change adaption
and mitigation programmes in the community. These results imply that a renewable energy
financial model that targets the poorest of the poor and education to break the sociopsychological ties to firewood are needed to influence acceptance of renewable energy in
Sekoukou Community.
Gender integration in the energy planning process and alternative livelihood activities to
improve the purchasing power of the community, are some recommendations made in this
study. Also, a further adjustment in the policy framework of Niger towards universal
energy access by 2030 is required to lure investors into the sector.
Further studies that will focus on acceptability of energy across different communities and
households in other localities will be beneficial to help bolster the findings and conclusion
of this present study. | en_US |
