Economist Yusuf Dodia has advised the government to explore alternative power sources, such as waste-to-energy, to reduce the environmental impact of traditional renewable energy sources.
As the government seeks to address the country’s power deficit, Dodia recommends considering innovative methods of power generation.
He highlights the potential of harnessing animal and human waste to generate power, particularly in rural areas with high livestock populations.
Dodia stresses the importance of educating the public about these environmentally friendly alternatives, citing successful examples from other African countries.
He urges the government to leverage the country’s existing resources to address the power crisis, rather than introducing solutions that may have negative environmental consequences in the long run.