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From relying on coal energy for food preparation during the ancient times to employing hydrocarbon and hydrogen to fuel cars and provide electricity to meet household and industrial needs in the 21st century, energy has remained a constant feature of economic growth and social welfare.

Unlocking Nigeria's hydrocarbon potential: insights into the upcoming 2024 and reopened 2022 Nigerian oil licensing rounds.

In an era of rapid technological advancement and heightened environmental concerns, renewable energy law and international cooperation are more important than ever

In Part 1 of this 2-Part Series (Part 2 publishes tomorrow), we examine Nigeria's US$750 billion solid minerals sector which is fast becoming Africa's next frontier.

Following the enactment of the Electricity Act, 2023 (the "Electricity Act"), and the Fifth Alteration to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry ("NESI") and ultimately, the electricity sector has undergone significant reform.

The current gas projects now face strict carbon regulations which make their operations more complex than their original hydrocarbon work.

For a foreign company to tap into the expansive Nigerian power sector, there are several compliance requirements to be taken into consideration, one of which involves registration with the CAC.

In Uganda, all businesses, whether owned by nationals or foreigners, are required by law to hold a valid business permit issued by the local government authority in the jurisdiction where the business operates.

Nations across the world have increasingly adopted climate change laws over the last two decades.

Nigeria's Constitution does not expressly guarantee a standalone right to a clean environment in its fundamental rights chapter, yet severe environmental pollution can engage protected rights to life and dignity. This analysis examines how Nigerian courts have navigated the intersection between environmental degradation and constitutional human rights, exploring landmark cases and pending legislative reforms that may reshape environmental justice.

The recent ICJ Advisory Opinion on climate change obligations has sent shockwaves through legal and policy circles.

Nigerian renewable energy market opportunities are reshaping how businesses approach sustainability across Africa's largest economy. As companies navigate changing regulations and consumer expectations, understanding these market dynamics becomes crucial for long-term success.

The global transportation sector is currently undergoing a phase change, navigated by the urgent dual imperatives of decarbonization and energy security.

Scientists agree, based on empirical data, that climate change and global warming stem from anthropogenic activities , especially those driven by big corporations.

ESG proponents are presently concentrating on several important topics. These include issues with managing human resources, particularly about equality, inclusion, and diversity, as well as