Life cycle assessment of renewable energy technologies in Northern Africa: A critical review

Hampo, Chima Cyril; Ojo, Damilola Oluwatobi; Olatunde, Dare Ebenezer; Isioma, Obasih Judith; Oni, Oluwatosin Omolola; Echendu, Adaku Jane; Mathew, Musa; Adediji, Modupeoluwa Abisoluwa; Oladipo, Seun Festus; Aro, Peace Oluwatomisin

doi:10.1080/15567036.2022.2143960

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“…In recent years, the use of fossil fuels for industrial and agricultural activities and transportation means have resulted in high pollutant emissions such as CO 2 , NOx, and PM, causing the serious consequences of environmental pollution and climate change [57][58][59][60][61], proof of which could be seen from the COVID-19 pandemic [62][63][64]. Due to this reason, seeking efficient and useful solutions relating to technology, management, and policy is very important [65][66][67][68][69]. Among these, shifting to renewables is considered one of the most potential approaches in mitigating environmental pollution and climate change since renewables are available, have biodegradation, and have non-toxic properties [70][71][72][73].…”

Section: Role Of Blue Carbon Ecosystems In Mitigation Of Climate Changementioning

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Importance of Blue Carbon in Mitigating Climate Change and Plastic/Microplastic Pollution and Promoting Circular Economy

Bandh¹,

Malla²,

Qayoom

et al. 2023

Sustainability

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Blue carbon has made significant contributions to climate change adaptation and mitigation while assisting in achieving co-benefits such as aquaculture development and coastal restoration, winning international recognition. Climate change mitigation and co-benefits from blue carbon ecosystems are highlighted in the recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Special Report on Ocean and Cryosphere in a Changing Climate. Its diverse nature has resulted in unprecedented collaboration across disciplines, with conservationists, academics, and politicians working together to achieve common goals such as climate change mitigation and adaptation, which need proper policy regulations, funding, and multi-prong and multi-dimensional strategies to deal with. An overview of blue carbon habitats such as seagrass beds, mangrove forests, and salt marshes, the critical role of blue carbon ecosystems in mitigating plastic/micro-plastic pollution, as well as the utilization of the above-mentioned blue carbon resources for biofuel production, are critically presented in this research. It also highlights the concerns about blue carbon habitats. Identifying and addressing these issues might help preserve and enhance the ocean’s ability to store carbon and combat climate change and mitigate plastic/micro-plastic pollution. Checking out their role in carbon sequestration and how they act as the major carbon sinks of the world are integral parts of this study. In light of the global frameworks for blue carbon and the inclusion of microalgae in blue carbon, blue carbon ecosystems must be protected and restored as part of carbon stock conservation efforts and the mitigation of plastic/micro-plastic pollution. When compared to the ecosystem services offered by terrestrial ecosystems, the ecosystem services provided by coastal ecosystems, such as the sequestration of carbon, the production of biofuels, and the remediation of pollution, among other things, are enormous. The primary purpose of this research is to bring awareness to the extensive range of beneficial effects that can be traced back to ecosystems found in coastal environments.

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Section: Role Of Blue Carbon Ecosystems In Mitigation Of Climate Changementioning

confidence: 99%

Importance of Blue Carbon in Mitigating Climate Change and Plastic/Microplastic Pollution and Promoting Circular Economy

Bandh¹,

Malla²,

Qayoom

et al. 2023

Sustainability

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“…Researchers are increasingly showing interest in solar energy applications because of their enormous benefits for sustainable development, including energy conservation, cost reduction, and environmental protection [1,2]. Trombe walls (T-walls), first used in France in 1967, are one of the passive solar energy applications that provide energy savings in the air conditioning of buildings [3,4].…”

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Efficiency Assessment on Roof Geometry and Trombe Wall Shape for Improving Buildings’ Heating Performance

Dhahri,

Yüksel,

Aouinet

et al. 2024

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It is crucial to consider structural design issues in Trombe wall (T-wall) buildings to promote more suitable indoor climates and thermal comfort standards. Therefore, the present study examined the impact of two different T-wall designs and six different roof types on the energy and operational efficiency of a building located in a low-temperature and high-humidity winter climate. Ansys-CFX 15.0 software was employed to simulate the thermal and fluid dynamics behavior of the T-wall system, and flow, thermal comfort, energy, and exergy analyses were conducted. Three-dimensional simulation results and the pertinent literature data showed a good level of agreement, and the accuracy of the model was ensured. Outcomes revealed an average air velocity variation of 0.186 m/s and maximum average indoor air temperature variation of 3.3 °C between the six roof geometries. The highest air speed (0.988 m/s) was recorded for the gambrel roof while the lowest one (0.802 m/s) was recorded for the typical flat roof. The shed roof right with a rounded T-wall was more comfortable for standing and sitting activity than the others for the two T-wall shapes, and, at Y = 0.6 m and Y = 1.1 m, the average predicted percentages of dissatisfied (PPD) values were 31 and 28%, respectively. Furthermore, it was determined in the study that solar radiation intensity and T-wall and roof geometries had a significant effect on energy and exergy efficiency, and high energy and exergy efficiencies were achieved at higher solar intensity values. The best energy and exergy efficiencies were obtained for the butterfly and shed roof configurations. This study can serve as a reference for the thermal environment design of buildings with T-walls.

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Life cycle cost modelling and economic analysis of wind power: A state of art review

Liu

Song

et al. 2023

Energy Conversion and Management

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Life cycle assessment of renewable energy technologies in Northern Africa: A critical review

Cited by 8 publications

References 39 publications

Importance of Blue Carbon in Mitigating Climate Change and Plastic/Microplastic Pollution and Promoting Circular Economy

Importance of Blue Carbon in Mitigating Climate Change and Plastic/Microplastic Pollution and Promoting Circular Economy

Efficiency Assessment on Roof Geometry and Trombe Wall Shape for Improving Buildings’ Heating Performance

Life cycle cost modelling and economic analysis of wind power: A state of art review

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