The Centre for Energy and Environmental Strategy Research (CEESR) at Kaduna State University was established to serve as a hub of innovation, excellence, and leadership in advancing sustainable energy and environmental solutions. With the increasing global urgency to address climate change, energy insecurity, and environmental degradation, the Centre positions itself at the forefront of Nigeria’s and Africa’s contribution to the global sustainability agenda.
CEESR brings together a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, policy experts, and community stakeholders to explore practical and transformative approaches to energy generation, distribution, and utilization, while also safeguarding the natural environment. Our research spans across renewable energy technologies such as solar, wind, bioenergy, and hydropower, as well as energy efficiency, climate adaptation strategies, environmental policy, and sustainable resource management.
Beyond laboratory research, the Centre emphasizes strategy and policy integration, ensuring that findings do not remain within academia but actively inform government decisions, industry practices, and community development. CEESR also prioritizes capacity building and knowledge transfer, training the next generation of energy and environmental leaders, equipping them with both technical expertise and strategic insight.
The Centre’s activities are anchored in a vision of creating a resilient society where affordable, clean energy and a sustainable environment are accessible to all. Through international collaborations, cutting-edge research infrastructure, and community-focused initiatives, CEESR is determined to contribute to Nigeria’s energy transition, support Africa’s development, and advance global efforts toward a greener, cleaner, and more equitable future.
Our aim at the Centre for Energy and Environmental Strategy Research (CEESR) is to become a leading centre of excellence in sustainable energy and environmental innovation, dedicated to shaping Nigeria’s energy transition and advancing global climate resilience. CEESR aims to:
Provide evidence-based research that informs policy and drives sustainable development.
Develop and deploy clean and renewable energy technologies that are affordable, scalable, and accessible.
Promote environmental stewardship by addressing pressing issues such as deforestation, pollution, waste management, and biodiversity loss.
Build capacity and knowledge among students, researchers, policymakers, and communities for long-term impact.
Serve as a strategic bridge between academia, government, industry, and society to ensure that innovations are translated into real-world solutions.
Through these goals, CEESR envisions a future where Nigeria and Africa play a central role in the global shift toward clean energy and environmental sustainability.
The world today faces a dual challenge: the urgent need to transition to sustainable energy systems while simultaneously protecting the environment from degradation. Fossil fuel dependency continues to drive climate change, air pollution, and environmental crises, leading to rising global temperatures, desertification, flooding, biodiversity loss, and energy poverty—issues that disproportionately affect developing nations like Nigeria.
Without strategic intervention, these problems threaten not only economic growth but also human health, food security, and long-term resilience of societies. The challenge is therefore not simply technological, but also policy-driven and socio-economic, requiring integrated solutions that combine innovation, strategy, and community action.
In Nigeria and across Africa, early energy-related research was primarily focused on hydroelectric power, rural electrification, and oil-based energy studies. Environmental concerns were often secondary, seen mainly through forestry or agricultural lenses.
Globally, key players like the International Energy Agency (IEA), United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and World Bank have invested heavily in research and policy on energy and environmental sustainability. Universities and think tanks, such as the Rockefeller Foundation (supporting renewable projects in Africa) and the Stockholm Environment Institute, have advanced both technical and strategic knowledge.
Global Shift to Sustainability (1970s–1990s): The oil crises and environmental movements prompted governments to establish dedicated energy research centers and environmental institutes, integrating policy, technology, and strategy.
Present Day: Universities, think tanks, and specialized research institutes now play a crucial role in advancing the renewable energy transition, climate adaptation research, and sustainable development strategies. CEESR builds upon this global legacy, offering Nigeria and Africa a platform to develop context-specific, evidence-based solutions for energy and environmental challenges.
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA): Provides a global platform for advancing renewable energy adoption and policy frameworks.
Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL): Promotes access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy worldwide.
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC): Global cooperation to address climate change impacts and encourage low-carbon development.
International Energy Agency (IEA): Supports data sharing, energy policy, and research collaborations across nations.
African Renewable Energy Alliance (AREA): Regional network connecting policymakers, civil society, and industry for clean energy advocacy.
Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM): International forum for governments and private sector leaders working toward global clean energy solutions.
Green Climate Fund (GCF): Provides funding for innovative projects in renewable energy and environmental sustainability.
Development of AI-powered energy management systems for optimizing energy use in smart cities.
Pilot project on solar mini-grids for rural electrification in underserved Nigerian communities.
Research on waste-to-energy conversion for municipal solid waste in Kaduna State.
Exploration of biofuels from agricultural residues to support clean transport and reduce emissions.
Studies on the health-environment-energy nexus, analyzing how energy choices impact air quality and human well-being.
Development of climate-smart policies for balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability.