Acceptance and Adoption of Solar-Powered Electricity by Homeowners in Lagos State, Nigeria

Abstract

The increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions in rapidly urbanizing regions, such as Lagos State, Nigeria, has positioned solar power as a viable alternative to the unreliable national grid. This study investigates the acceptance of solar-powered electricity among homeowners in Lagos State, focusing on awareness, adoption willingness, and barriers to wider usage. A quantitative research design, using a structured questionnaire administered to 121 respondents, reveals that 45% of homeowners currently use solar power, with higher adoption rates in affluent urban areas. Despite this interest, key obstacles, such as high initial costs and limited knowledge, remain prevalent. The study concludes that addressing these barriers through education, financial incentives, and community solar initiatives will be essential to promoting broader solar energy adoption in Lagos. Recommendations are made for policy interventions in terms of finance and legal aids to facilitate a sustainable energy transition.