Preface

Abstract

PrefaceThe current volume contains the part B of the Proceedings of the Sustainable, Clean and Emerging Energy Technologies Conference (SCEETC) 2023 held at the National Centre for Energy Research and Development, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria, from 23rd to 28th July 2023 under the Chairmanship of Prof. O. V. Ekechukwu.The theme of the Conference was, “Clean Energy Systems for Net-Zero Emission Targets”. It featured a Keynote Speaker and 5 Lead (Plenary) Speakers selected across the continents of Africa, America and Europe. About 85 Technical papers were received from scientists across the globe but 77 quality papers were selected after the initial peer reviews for presentation in the conference. Out of the papers presented 26 were selected for journal publication (part B proceedings) while the rest were published in the Conference’s regular proceedings (part A). Both the online and physical participants discussed current trends in Renewable energy technologies towards providing a net-zero emission for energy and environmental sustainability.We sincerely appreciate the support of the under-listed people who facilitated the success of the conference:– The Vice-Chancellor, University of Nigeria, Prof. Charles A. Igwe (FAS), the Chief Host– The Acting Director of the National Centre for Energy Research and Development, (NCERD), University of Nigeria, Engr Dr Izuchukwu F. Okafor, for providing the conference venue and other technical supports.– The Scientific Reviewers for ensuring the delivery of quality manuscripts.– The distinguished Keynote Speaker, Prof. Dr, Solomon Agbo; Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Germany– All participants for their attendance and quality presentations.– Members of the International Advisory Committee, for the technical advice– The Organizing Committee members from different universities for their immense efforts, commitment, and diligence in accomplishing the conference and its proceedings.List of the National and Local Organizing Committee Members are available in this pdf.