EVALUATING THE SOCIOECONOMIC BENEFITS OF COMMUNITYBASED GREEN ENERGY PROJECTS IN ZARIA METROPOLIS:IMPLICATIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS FOR PUBLICHEALTH EQUITY

Authors

  • N. M. Maccido Department of Primary Education, Federal University of Education, Zaria Author
  • K. D. Akuha Department of Geography, Federal University of Education, Zaria Author
  • I. R. Terlumun School of Post Graduate Studies, Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna State Author

Keywords:

Sustainable health equity, energy access, socioeconomic, Infrastructure- health access

Abstract

This study evaluates the socioeconomic benefits of community-based green energy projects in Zaria Metropolis and their
implications for sustainable livelihoods and public health equity. A correlational research design was adopted, targeting a
population of 300 households across selected communities, from which 295 respondents were sampled using a stratified
random technique. A structured questionnaire served as the main instrument, while data were analysed with descriptive
statistics and Pearson Product-Moment Correlation. Findings revealed strong and significant positive relationships between
green energy access (r = 0.652), socioeconomic participation and employment (r = 0.490), and infrastructure-driven health
access (r = 0.653) with sustainable livelihoods, all at p = 0.000. These results confirm that community-based renewable energy
projects enhance income generation, employment opportunities, and health service delivery. The study concludes that
decentralised green energy promotes public health equity and sustainable development, recommending community
engagement, policy support, vocational training, and strategic investment for maximum impact. 

Published

2025-08-28

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025)

Section

Articles