ATBU Professor Robinson I. Ejilah Prize for Sustainable Energy Solutions

At the just concluded convocation ceremony of the prestigious Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, the Ejilah's Prize for Sustainable Energy Solutions was proudly awarded to Dr. Muhammed Gaji Musa, recognizing his exceptional doctoral research work in the field of sustainable energy.

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Musa, a doctoral graduate of the Department of Mechanical/Production Engineering (2022/23), impressed the selection committee with his outstanding doctoral thesis titled "Development  and Performance Evaluation of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) - based Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) for a Single Chamber Incineration System ." This research delves into the innovative concept of converting  MSW into RDF, presenting a promising solution for tackling two critical global challenges: waste management and renewable energy generation.

Dr. Musa's research aligns perfectly with the Prof. Robinson I. Ejilah Prize's core focus on promoting sustainable energy solutions. His work holds significant potential to contribute to several crucial objectives, including:

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Cleaner energy provision: By exploring alternative, renewable energy sources like RDF, Dr. Musa's research paves the way for reducing dependence on traditional fossil fuels.

Climate change mitigation: The utilization of MSW for energy generation offers a sustainable approach to waste management, potentially leading to reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

Pollution control: By diverting waste from landfills and utilizing it for energy production, the research contributes to minimizing environmental pollution associated with conventional waste disposal methods.

Circular economy promotion: The concept of transforming waste into a valuable resource like RDF aligns with the principles of a circular economy, promoting resource efficiency and minimizing waste generation.

The Prof. Robinson I. Ejilah Prize committee extends its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Muhammed Gaji Musa for his outstanding doctoral research contribution. His innovative work holds immense promise for shaping a more sustainable future through the development of cleaner and more efficient energy solutions.