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Statistical Analysis On Consumption Of Kerosine
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CHAPTER ONE
1.0 INTRODUCTION
Household Energy consumption
accounts for about 80% of total energy consumption in developing
countries while cooking energy account for about 95% of this. Energy for
cooking could be in form of fuel wood, charcoal, sawdust, kerosene, gas
and electricity. Cooking energy has environmental implication as well
as affects income of women who primarily cook for family as efficient
cooking energy gives time for other income generating activities
Different
Studies and researcher have look at disparity between household
energy consumption but this study carries out a statistical analysis on
the consumption of kerosene in Nasarawa Local Government Area to see
the level of consumption, the effects of scarcity of the commodity and
alternative source of household energy for cooking, warming and others
between the period of 2001to 2013.
1.1 HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
The
strives for survival coupled with geometric population growth worsened
by extreme poverty in most of the developing countries as well as the
quest for more comfort are the major causes of natural resources
depletion the world over. One of the environmental resources
over-exploited in Nigeria without adequate replacement is forest
resources, especially wood products which becomes the only available
source of household energy as a result scarcity and unavailability of
other clean energy such as electricity and even kerosene. (Audu,
2013a).
Kerosene provides energy for rural household, employment and
income for rural dwellers, and is a part of the energy requirement for
cooking in urban areas throughout Nigeria (Moss and Morgan, 1981).
Kerosene
is the second major source of domestic energy in Nigeria, but its use
is often not smooth due to scarcity and high purchasing cost (Audu,
2013a). It has been established that kerosene is mostly used in urban
areas of Nigeria (Akwa et al., 2008; NBS, 2009).
Audu (2013a) has
described Nigeria as a rich country in disguise leading to high poverty
rate especially in rural areas as well as unemployment. Many Nigerians
live below poverty level and as such cannot afford the cost of kerosene,
which is now an essential commodity and more expensive than premium
motor spirit (petrol).
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ABSRACT - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]Kerosene has been an important household fuel since the mid-19th century. In developed countries its use has greatly declined because of electrification. However, in developing countries, kerosene use for cooking and lighting remains widespread. This research work is focused statistical analysis on the consumption of kerosene (a case study of Nasarawa Local Government Area). The research work is divided into five chapters with chapter covering introduction, historical background, statement of pr ... Continue reading---
