BILLO EBUBECHUKWU DANIEL

Sustainability impact assessment is a tedious exercise to determine if a project is worthwhile by subjecting it to different methods of analysis. In this project, an assessment was conducted on utilizing synthesis gas as a substitute to conventional fossil fuels such as gasoline, for household power generation. The methods embarked on in the course of study included the Life Cycle Analysis, Techno- Economic Assessment, and Cost Benefit Analysis. Global warming potential (GWP) of utilizing syngas was checked for and it was seen that it was gotten to be 0.111kg CO2 equivalent and its acidification potential is 4.4E-4kg SO2 equivalent and human toxicity potential is 8.86E-2kg, 1-4 DB equivalent. It showed promise of being an eco-friendly method of power generation. In regards to the economic assessment, it was found that the Levelized Cost of Electricity was ₦34.009/kWh and this is seen definitely as a cheaper option than that offered by the current distribution rate seen in the country. The NPV as at the end of 20 years was seen to be - ₦157,606.95. Methods of reducing this and making it a positive value was also explored. This included reducing the cost of Operation and Maintenance by 30% and the Biomass cost by 40%. In summary, synthesis gas has a very exciting future in the process of power generation. The findings offer scientific proof for the design and deployment of the hybrid technology to improve energy security, while reducing carbon emissions. Overall, this study brings to light the potential benefits of biomass energy systems and encourages the implementation of sustainable practices regarding energy for a greener future.