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Review Article
Global Fusion Energy R&D Trends and Bangladesh's Current Perspectives: An Overview
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 1, March 2025
Pages:
1-8
Received:
11 December 2024
Accepted:
24 December 2024
Published:
14 January 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajee.20251301.11
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Abstract: Sustainable energy associated research and development activities have gained significant popularity among research communities over the last few decades. Nuclear energy, in particular fusion energy can become a promising option to the world's primary energy source. Its fuel reserve, environmental effects and safety features are certainly noteworthy. Now the advancements of fusion energy Research and Development (R&D) progressing it’s to economically feasible fusion power. One major step to achieve this goal in a short period of time is the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project, a 35-nations collaborative megaproject. EUROfusion is proposed a DEMOnstration power plant as the next step following ITER. Addressing these issues this study reviewed the global fusion energy R&D trends and current perspectives of Bangladesh. Currently, fusion energy R&D activities have been carried out in more than 50 International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Member States. About 94 fusion devices are in operation, 11 fusion devices are under construction and 28 fusion devices are being planned to establish for experiment as well as demonstration purpose. In the Asian region especially in Japan, China, South Korea, India, Pakistan, Iran, Kazakhstan and Thailand fusion energy research has become remarkably popular and spreading up in the recent years. The United States (US) fusion community is conducting fusion R&D from multiple directions. The United Kingdom (UK) has been playing a pioneer role in continuing experiment with fusion since 1960. Several countries in European Union (EU) take initiatives to develop fusion technology. In 2020, scientists of Korea Superconducting Tokamak Advanced Research (KSTAR) achieved high-temperature sustained plasma of above 100 million degrees Celsius for a period of 20 seconds. From the global fusion energy R&D perspectives Bangladesh yet not has started fusion energy R&D in large scale. Only few universities and research organizations have been conducting fusion energy R&D activities in small scale.
Abstract: Sustainable energy associated research and development activities have gained significant popularity among research communities over the last few decades. Nuclear energy, in particular fusion energy can become a promising option to the world's primary energy source. Its fuel reserve, environmental effects and safety features are certainly noteworth...
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Research Article
Impact of Domestic Natural Gas Utilization on the Power Sector in Nigeria
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 1, March 2025
Pages:
9-22
Received:
4 February 2025
Accepted:
17 February 2025
Published:
26 February 2025
Abstract: This study investigates the impact of domestic natural gas utilization on Nigeria's power sector performance from 2000 to 2022 using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model. Natural gas supply and electricity generation served as proxies for natural gas utilization and power sector performance, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP), unemployment rate (UEMP), and inflation (INF) as control variables. The findings reveal that natural gas supply positively and significantly influences electricity generation in the short and long term, with a unit increase in gas supply resulting in a 0.0226-unit rise in electricity generation in the short run and a 0.01447-unit increase in the long run. The Error Correction Term (ECT) demonstrates a strong speed of adjustment to long-run equilibrium. Model fitness and diagnostic tests confirm the reliability of the results, explaining 99.42% of the variation in electricity generation and affirming its predictive robustness. The study aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7 by emphasizing natural gas's role in providing affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy. It also contributes to SDG 8 (economic growth) and SDG 13 (climate action) by reducing energy poverty, fostering industrial development, and encouraging a transition to cleaner energy sources. The results underscore the strategic importance of natural gas in addressing Nigeria's energy challenges and achieving energy security. To ensure sustainable development, the study recommends further investments in natural gas infrastructure, renewable energy integration, price stabilization, and policy reforms to address supply constraints. These measures are essential for improving Nigeria’s energy reliability, driving socioeconomic progress, and meeting global sustainable development objectives.
Abstract: This study investigates the impact of domestic natural gas utilization on Nigeria's power sector performance from 2000 to 2022 using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model. Natural gas supply and electricity generation served as proxies for natural gas utilization and power sector performance, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP), unemploymen...
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Research Article
Energy Demand Forecasting to Assure Food Security from Agricultural Sector of Niger
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 1, March 2025
Pages:
23-31
Received:
7 February 2025
Accepted:
22 February 2025
Published:
13 March 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajee.20251301.13
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Abstract: The objective of this work is to estimate the future energy needs of the agricultural sector in two key areas: fuel consumption and the specific use of electricity for operating agricultural machinery. Meeting these energy needs could significantly enhance agricultural production by improving the availability, accessibility, and utilization of food products. Ultimately, this would contribute to ensuring food security in Niger by 2035. The Model for the Analysis of Energy Demand (MAED) is used for the simulation. Four scenarios have been defined for this study: the reference scenario, the ambitious scenario, the modest scenario, and the target scenario. The results of the target scenario are as follows: 30.96 MWyr for total energy demand, 26.54 MWyr for fuel energy demand and 4.42 MWyr for electrical energy demand. The ambitious scenario presents a total energy demand of 26.92 MWyr, including 23.07 MWyr for fuel energy demand and 3.84 MWyr for electricity energy demand in 2035. The reference scenario records a total energy demand of 23.37 MWyr, including 19.97 MWyr for fuel energy demand and 3.51 MWyr for electricity energy demand in 2035. The modest scenario presents a total energy demand of 17.85 MWyr, including 15.97 MWyr for fuel energy demand and 1.88 MWyr for electricity energy demand in 2035. With the results of the target scenario set, the study's objective will be achieved by 2035, provided that efforts are made on the massive use of agricultural machinery, on increasing production under irrigation, on reversing the current process of soil degradation, and on developing irrigated cereals (corn, rice, wheat).
Abstract: The objective of this work is to estimate the future energy needs of the agricultural sector in two key areas: fuel consumption and the specific use of electricity for operating agricultural machinery. Meeting these energy needs could significantly enhance agricultural production by improving the availability, accessibility, and utilization of food...
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Research Article
Transformation of Urban Waste to Renewable Energy: A Sustainable Alternative to Fossil Fuel
Ibe Raymond Obinna*
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Toyin Olabisi Odutola,
Nnadikwe Johnson,
Amechi Jonathan
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 1, March 2025
Pages:
32-46
Received:
24 February 2025
Accepted:
7 March 2025
Published:
21 March 2025
Abstract: The rapid accumulation of urban waste poses significant environmental, economic, and social challenges. Urban waste in several areas is considered as trash. However, its importance in the production of sustainable energy as well as an alternative to fossil fuel cannot be overemphasized. The concept of transforming urban waste to renewable energy offers dual benefits. It mitigates waste-related issues while maximizing the utilization of urban waste to renewable energy production. Renewable energy has been recognized as a solution to overcome the drawbacks of fossil fuels. This study investigates the transformation of urban waste into renewable energy, exploring the complex interplay between technological, economic, infrastructural, environmental, social, and market factors. A quantitative research approach was employed, utilizing a structured questionnaire to elicit responses from 1000 respondents across six target groups. The results of the regression analysis revealed that technological readiness, economic viability, infrastructure compatibility, environmental impact, community participation, and market demand are significant predictors of successful waste-to-energy transformation. Hence a successful waste-to-energy transformation requires a multifaceted approach. The findings indicate that infrastructure and environmental sustainability are pivotal factors, while technological readiness and economic viability play supportive roles. The study demonstrates that urban waste-to-energy projects can significantly contribute to renewable energy generation, environmental sustainability, and economic growth, providing a valuable framework for policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders seeking to unlock the potential of urban waste.
Abstract: The rapid accumulation of urban waste poses significant environmental, economic, and social challenges. Urban waste in several areas is considered as trash. However, its importance in the production of sustainable energy as well as an alternative to fossil fuel cannot be overemphasized. The concept of transforming urban waste to renewable energy of...
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