By Juliet Umeh
The Consumer Advocacy and Empowerment Foundation, CADEF, is set to bring together top stakeholders in Nigeria’s energy ecosystem for a strategic workshop focused on practical Distributed Energy Resources, DER, solutions. The workshop, themed “Overcoming Barriers to a Sustainable Energy Transition,” is scheduled to take place this Thursday in Lagos.
The event will convene policymakers, energy sector experts, development partners, clean energy advocates, and investors to explore innovative approaches for scaling clean, decentralized energy systems across Nigeria.
Executive Director of CADEF, Prof. Chiso Ndukwe-Okafor, emphasized the importance of collective action in meeting Nigeria’s energy goals. “As Nigeria targets 30,000MW of electricity by 2030, with 30% from renewables, CADEF is championing practical, scalable DER solutions that align with the National Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Policy and our Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). This workshop goes beyond conversation—it’s about catalyzing real change,” she said.
Key sessions will cover:
Solar financing and investment opportunities
DER integration and grid resilience
Regulatory and policy updates
Emerging clean energy technologies
Case studies and success stories in DER deployment
Participants will engage with thought leaders and trailblazers driving clean energy innovation, gaining actionable insights to shape policy and accelerate sustainable energy access—particularly for underserved communities.
Lovelyn Okafor, CADEF’s Director of Programmes, added, “The moment to act is now. This workshop aims to spark long-lasting transformation by connecting grassroots innovators with high-level decision-makers. Distributed energy resources are not just a supplement—they’re a necessity for building a resilient, inclusive energy future.”
This event also builds on CADEF’s landmark initiatives, including the launch of its DER One-Stop Shop—an online platform designed to streamline how stakeholders access and manage renewable energy solutions.
