Associated Press
BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — About 85 million people in Nigeria lack access to electricity. But large solar projects that could improve this situation fail. Developers are struggling to obtain funding for new projects and connect them to a woefully inadequate power grid. Sales of solar lights and chargers have grown rapidly and are providing some new jobs. One company, Sun King, has a large network of salespeople and installers who sell to people who are off the grid. Nigeria relies on oil exports for its revenue and produces most of its electricity with natural gas. It is a prime example of the challenge countries face in growing their economies and reducing emissions.
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