PAN-ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY PARTNERS WITH CESEL AND UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN TO REVOLUTIONIZE BIOGAS PRODUCTION IN NIGERIA
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Pan-Atlantic University is pleased to announce a groundbreaking partnership with CESEL and the University of Lincoln, UK, funded by a £219,000 Innovate UK grant. This collaborative project aims to develop and implement advanced biodigesters at a large-scale poultry farm in Aikun, Osun State, Nigeria.
Project Objectives:
– Convert poultry waste into renewable biogas, addressing Nigeria’s energy challenges and promoting environmental sustainability.
– Replace traditional, unsystematic biodigesters with innovative, efficient, and safe models.
– Showcase a pathway toward environmental sustainability in Nigeria’s agricultural and renewable energy sectors.
Partners’ Insights:
Dr. Patrick Tolani, CEO of CESEL: “This grant offers a unique opportunity to demonstrate Nigeria’s potential for environmental sustainability. With 25,000 megawatts of electricity generation potential from biogas, this project can significantly address Nigeria’s energy deficit and foster economic growth.”
Dr. Norbert Edomah, Associate Professor at Pan-Atlantic University: “This knowledge transfer partnership aims to develop local competencies and innovative solutions, addressing local energy needs through biogas production from agricultural and animal waste.”
Project Implementation:
1. Prototyping at Pan-Atlantic University.
2. Scaling up technology at the Osun State farm.
3. Integration of real-time monitoring sensors for optimized performance.
Partnership Impact:
This collaboration demonstrates a commitment to sustainable development and technological advancement, driving innovation in renewable energy and contributing to a greener, more prosperous future for Nigeria.
Key Partners:
1. Pan-Atlantic University
2. CESEL
3. University of Lincoln, UK
Funding:
£219,000 Innovate UK grant
