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TITLE OF PUBLICATION: IMPACT OF POWER PLANT GREENHOUSE GASES EMISSIONS IN AN URBAN ENVIRONMENT
JOURNAL: Petroleum and Coal
VOLUME: 60 ISSUE: 5
AUTHOR: Dr. Fakinle B. S.
What is it about?
Due to population growth the demand for electricity has been on the increase. In order to meet up with this demand, the use of thermal plant has been a major source of energy. Emissions from thermal plant as a result of fuel combustion do have deleterious effect on the ambient environment, hence causing Global warming or Climate Change. In this study the emission impact of Greenhouse gases (presented as carbon dioxide equivalent) of a proposed and existing power plant of Egbin thermal plant were investigated for different scenarios of fuel utilization.
Why is it important?
This is to account for the impact of anthropogenic activities on climate change. The power plant as a source of energy is one of major sources of greenhouse gases with global warming potential. The use of Natural Gas as power plant fuel over Low Pour Fuel Oil will reduce the impact of power plant emissions on climate change.
Perspectives- How have you benefited from the research?
The benefit goes beyond an individual when you look at the drive to reduce the emission of Greenhouse Gases which causes global warming. For regulatory bodies, this will guide them on control measures based on emission inventory obtained from the thermal plant. It also help in carbon accounting of the emission from the thermal plant.
Abstract?
Greenhouse gases (GHGs) emission profiles of a thermal plant were investigated for different scenarios of fuel utilization. The scenarios were the proposed plant using natural gas only and the existing plant with a mix of low pour fuel oil (LPFO) and natural gas (NG). Emission inventory approach was adopted to quantify annual levels of three key GHGs while global warming potentials were used to determine the carbon dioxide equivalent of the GHGs. Results showed that the existing plant with a mix of LPFO and NG had total carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2 eq) of 13330961.8 while the proposed plant had 10296349.7 (tCO2 eq). The discontinuation of LPFO was observed to reduce GHGs emission profile by 22.8%. Given, the desire to reduce GHG emissions and its negative impacts globally, scenario 2 is seen as the preferred alternative.
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Article URL: http://www.vurup.sk/na_stiahnutie/impact-of-power-plant-greenhouse-gases-emissions-in-an-urban-environment
Article LMU Repository Link: http://eprints.lmu.edu.ng/id/eprint/1671
Lead Author Researchgate Link: http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Bamidele_Fakinle
Lead Author Scopus Link: https://http://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=55848643400
Lead Author Linkedln Link: http://www.linkedin.com/in/engr-dr-bamidele-fakinle-12015144
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Landmark University Faculty Member and PhD Student Wins L Oreal UNESCO Young Talents Award for Women in Science
Mrs. Blessing Olagunju, a faculty member and PhD student in the Department of Physical Sciences (Industrial Chemistry) at Landmark University, has been honoured with the prestigious L'Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Young Talents – Sub-Saharan Africa Award (2024 edition). She joins 29 other outstanding women scientists from across the region in receiving a research grant aimed at advancing women’s contributions to scientific innovation.
The highly competitive award, which received over 800 applications from across the continent, supports young female researchers by providing funding and professional development opportunities. Mrs. Olagunju learned about the opportunity through a bulk email from the Landmark University Centre for Research, Innovation, and Discoveries (LUCRID), diligently applied, and emerged as one of 25 PhD students selected for the grant. Additionally, five postdoctoral researchers were recognized, bringing the total number of awardees to 30.
The award ceremony, held on December 10, 2024, was preceded by an intensive five-day leadership training program from December 5. This training focused on leadership development, the role of women in science, and communication skills, equipping recipients with essential tools to enhance their careers.
Beyond the financial support for her research, Mrs. Olagunju emphasized the networking and collaboration opportunities the award has provided. “We interacted throughout the training, and I believe this opens doors for future collaborations because we now have each other’s contacts,” she shared.
The rigorous selection process saw 800 applicants narrowed down to 150, and finally, to the 30 awardees, representing approximately 15 countries. Nigeria had a strong presence among the winners, with five PhD students and one postdoctoral researcher securing the award. This achievement underscores the remarkable contributions of Nigerian women in scientific research and reinforces the nation’s growing impact in the global scientific community.
