Solar energy technologies and applications
There are six Energy Research Centres under the Commission with specific Technical/Research roles. These centers are strategically located across Nigeria's universities to focus on different aspects of energy research and development.
Located at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Responsible for research in solar and renewable energy.
Located at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Also responsible for research in solar and renewable energy.
Located at the University of Lagos. Responsible for research in energy efficiency and conservation.
Located at the University of Ilorin. Responsible for research in hydropower.
Located at the University of Benin. Responsible for research in energy and environment.
Located at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi. Responsible for research in petroleum.
Our research centers focus on various aspects of energy research, development, and innovation to support Nigeria's sustainable energy future. Each center has a specific mandate and area of expertise:
Solar energy technologies and applications
Renewable energy resource assessment
Energy efficiency and conservation strategies
Hydropower development and optimization
Environmental impact assessment of energy systems
Petroleum research and development
Energy policy analysis and development
Climate change mitigation through energy solutions
