In this project, I obtained a Global Energy Consumption datasheet from Kaggle from which I extracted, cleaned and analyzed the data obtained for Nigeria and compared my findings with that of Ghana.
Tools Used:
Data Exploration
with Python
An overview on Jupyter Notebook, using targetted questions to give guard in our exploration of the obtained data
CSV file imported and converted into rows and columns using pandas and numpy libraries, and all data for Nigeria extracted out.
Here, empty rows and columns were filtered off, NAN values coverted to zeros and data entries from the year 2000, to 2020 was collected and exported in xlsx format.
Data Visualization
with Power BI
Analysis for the first overview question:
It is clearly seen that in Nigeria, her primary source of Electricity Generation which makes up to 75% of her generation is from fossil fuels which consists majorly of gas and coal combustion.
Analysis for the second overview question:
Over the years admist some fluctuations, there is generally seen to be an average of over 10% steady increase in Electricity Generated from all generation resources pulled together.
Analysis for the third overview question:
AS obtained from Statista in 2020, Nigeria's electricity generation (35.7 thousand GWh) fell below the demand (29 TWh). To address this, tapping into untapped gas reserves as shown in the chart and exploring solar and wind energy sources are crucial for overcoming low electricity production.
Analysis for the fourth overview question:
Comparison was made between Nigeria and Ghana's electricity production.
Nigeria, with over 200 million people, struggles with a demand-supply gap, producing 35.7 thousand gigawatt-hours in 2020. Ghana, with an 84% electricity access rate, focuses on renewables like hydropower. Nigeria relies heavily on oil, targeting 10% renewables, while Ghana emphasizes efficiency and aims for 10% renewable and 20% solar energy by 2020. Ghana's commitment to renewables sets it apart, while Nigeria faces efficiency challenges and the need for increased investment.
Analysis for the fifth overview question:
Nigeria depends significantly on fossil fuels, particularly oil and gas, for electricity production. In 2020, fossil fuels contributed a substantial portion, highlighting a persistent reliance that calls for increased focus on diversification and renewable energy initiatives.