FuelTree, PACE and ICEED Convene National Stakeholders to Advance Nigeria’s Clean Cooking MRV and Carbon Market Agenda.

FuelTree Limited, in partnership with the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE) and the International Centre for Energy, Environment and Development (ICEED), successfully convened the Clean Cooking MRV Stakeholder Engagement and Alignment Workshop at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja.

The high-level engagement brought together regulators, clean cooking developers, technology providers, standards organisations, development partners, investors and carbon market practitioners to address one of the most critical challenges facing Nigeria’s climate finance ecosystem: the need for a coordinated, credible and scalable Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) framework.

The workshop was designed to support the development of a practical, Nigeria-aligned MRV coordination framework capable of reducing approval bottlenecks, strengthening investor confidence, accelerating carbon credit issuance and unlocking climate finance opportunities for clean cooking projects across the country.

Sessions began with an overview of how trusted data can help unlock climate finance and serve Nigeria’s developing carbon market goals. The challenges of disjointed MRV strategies, inconsistent methods, and a lack of stakeholder alignment were identified as contributing factors to delays in project approvals and funding.

Chinonso Agbo, Program Manager at PACE, said during the workshop that MRV was “the missing link between projects and finance,” emphasising the need for reliable measurement to convert climate aspirations into investment opportunities.

Delivering the workshop’s technical lead presentation, Chief Dr Mrs Bekeme Olowola, Chief Executive of FuelTree and a Lead Facilitator of the engagement, emphasised the central role of data integrity in the future of carbon markets. She said, “Carbon markets ultimately run on confidence. Investors, regulators, buyers and communities must all trust that the impact being claimed is real. That trust does not begin with carbon credits. It begins with credible data, transparent systems and verifiable outcomes. If Nigeria gets MRV right, we can unlock climate finance at a scale that transforms both livelihoods and energy access.”

The workshop explored a wide range of issues affecting the future of clean cooking MRV in Nigeria, including interoperability between platforms, alignment with local and international certification frameworks, gender inclusion, last-mile delivery considerations, onboarding pathways for project developers, e-cooking opportunities, offline functionality requirements and practical implementation costs.

A key theme that emerged was the need to promote indigenous innovation and create pathways for Nigerian-developed clean cooking and MRV technologies to compete at regional and global levels. Similarly, stakeholders converged on interoperability being a key principle that will guide the sector in Nigeria to allow for different technology providers and project developers to plug into the national framework to drive market activities.

In his remarks, Engr. Ega Ijachi, who represented SON, stated that standards will play critical role in helping build assurance across the ecosystem, and there are existing standards like Nigeria biomass standards that will fit into national plans towards convergence of continental and international quality management systems.

Discussions during the workshop also took place on improving institutional coordination along varieties of topics, ranging from carbon registries, governance and approvals process, along with needed capacity building for regulators and project developers.

On his part, Dr Ewah Eleri, Founder/Chief Executive Officer, ICEED, reiterated the need for stakeholders to work together if we must have a sustainable carbon market ecosystem.

“Nigeria has the opportunity to build a carbon market architecture that reflects our realities while meeting international expectations. Achieving that will require collaboration between regulators, project developers, standards bodies, technology providers and investors. Strong MRV systems are not merely a reporting requirement; they are a foundation for market confidence, climate integrity and sustainable growth.”

The quality and diversity of participation further demonstrated the importance of the conversation. Participants included representatives from the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, Federal Ministry of Environment, Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria (REAN), Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Foundation, and several leading clean cooking, renewable energy, technology and carbon market organisations including BURN, UpEnergy, Solar Sister, Roshan Renewables, Femabol Energy, and others.

The workshop concluded with broad consensus around several priority actions, including promoting interoperability, strengthening standards alignment, supporting local innovation, improving stakeholder knowledge and capacity, and developing the institutional frameworks necessary to support a thriving Nigerian carbon market.

The engagement forms part of an ongoing collaboration between FuelTree, PACE and ICEED to strengthen Nigeria’s clean cooking and carbon market ecosystem and contribute to the country’s energy transition and climate finance objectives.

About FuelTree

FuelTree is a climate technology and clean energy company focused on accelerating access to clean cooking, digital MRV systems, carbon market innovation and climate finance solutions across Africa.

About PACE

The Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE) supports climate governance, stakeholder engagement and policy innovation aimed at accelerating sustainable development outcomes.

About ICEED

The International Centre for Energy, Environment and Development (ICEED) is a leading Nigerian policy and research institution dedicated to sustainable energy, climate resilience and environmental development.

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Nigeria’s CNG Capacity Rises as Atlas Copco Expands Operations in Nigeria.✓✓✓Newzspy.

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As Nigerians struggle with energy needs for households and businesses, the country’s capacity for CNG conversion, a critical element in satisfying energy needs, has increased by 2,500%. This was revealed by Farouk Ahmed, the CEO of Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), while he was speaking at the inaugural Petroleum Industry Stakeholders’ Forum, organized by the Ministry of Petroleum Resources in Abuja recently.

Private sector players like Atlas Copco, a technology manufacturing company, are instrumental to this increased capacity. While speaking to the role of CNG in transforming Nigeria’s energy situation, Olusola Aluko, the General Manager of Atlas Copco Nigeria, said, “The increased capacity for CNG conversion is a shining example of the impact that can be achieved when government, industry, and technology leaders come together to address our nation’s most pressing energy challenges.”

He further stated that, “At Atlas Copco, we’re proud to be playing a vital role in expanding CNG access across Nigeria. Our cutting-edge technologies and solutions are helping to drive the growth of the CNG market, making it more efficient, sustainable, and accessible to businesses and individuals alike. As a partner in Nigeria’s energy transformation, we’re committed to delivering innovative solutions that support the country’s transition to cleaner energy sources and help shape a brighter energy future for generations to come.”

The demand for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Nigeria has surged significantly in the past two years, driven by fluctuating fuel prices, rising environmental concerns, and government initiatives promoting cleaner energy sources. As industries and businesses seek cost-effective alternatives to diesel and petrol, CNG has emerged as a leading solution, reshaping the country’s energy landscape.

While there has been an increase in the adoption of the technology, some challenges still exist around the adoption in Nigeria, and they include; limited gas compression facilities, inadequate storage systems, and sparse fueling stations. Experts argue that substantial investments in these areas are critical to sustaining growth.

A recent report by the Nigerian Energy Transition Office emphasizes the need for expanding CNG refueling stations and enhancing distribution networks to meet future demands by 2030. It also highlights the critical role of public-private partnerships in driving this growth and ensuring long-term sustainability.

The adoption of CNG is not only an economic imperative, but also an environmental one. As Nigeria continues to grapple with the challenges of climate change, the need for cleaner energy sources has become increasingly urgent. CNG offers a viable alternative to traditional fossil fuels, producing significantly fewer greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants. Moreover, the use of CNG can help reduce Nigeria’s reliance on imported fuels, boosting energy security and saving billions of naira in foreign exchange. As the country seeks to diversify its energy mix and reduce its carbon footprint, the growth of the CNG market is expected to play a critical role.

If Nigeria must meet its strategic energy goals, it must enlist the support of the private sector, as they hold crucial knowledge and financial power in speeding up the development of the sector.

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