Africa International Conference on

Clean Energy & Energy Storage

2nd Edition
26th & 27th September, 2024

INFORMATION PACKET

Supported by: Organised by:

Energy Technology Institute, ETI

Centre for Power Systems Studies

University of Port Harcourt. Nigeria

 ABOUT AICCEES
More than 600 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa are living without electricity
according to World Bank research. While countries in the African continent are
committed to achieving SDG7 which is ensuring access to affordable, reliable,
sustainable, and modern energy for all by 2030, various studies have shown that the
major challenges in the renewable energy sector in Africa include the high cost of
renewable energy solutions, the lack of knowledge about them, the absence of
technologies that are suitable to the local context, low research and development
efforts, and technical skills gap in the field of clean energy. 

In order to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa, effective

collaboration between academia and industry is necessary to create a sustainable and
transformative win-win situation for all stakeholders. However, research conducted by
African institutions addressing the unique challenges faced by the continent often
ends up in academic libraries with little or no impact on society.

To address this issue, the Africa International Conference on Clean Energy and Energy
Storage (AICCEES) brings together researchers and industry experts to share
knowledge and discuss innovative solutions for the clean energy transition in Africa.
The Africa International Conference on Clean Energy and Energy Storage (AICCEES)
stands as a beacon in fostering dialogue, collaboration, and innovation within the
realm of clean energy and energy storage in Africa.

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES

The scope of the conference is both contemporary and original research, innovative
solutions for the clean energy sector, and energy storage systems. Other objectives of
the conference are
Tinker solutions that are fit for Africa Energy transition.
Identification of practicable approaches to utilizing Africa's significant solid mineral
reserves to develop energy storage that will drive energy transition in Africa and
the rest of the world
Identification of practical approaches for the clean transition in Africa through
research
Connecting the academia, industry, and regulators in one space to discuss issues
that concern the clean energy sector and energy storage in Africa
Ignite research specific to the clean energy sector in Africa for research driven
clean energy transition and energy storage policies. 

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 AICCEES 2023
The maiden edition of the Africa International Conference on Clean Energy and Energy
Storage (AICCEES) successfully held virtually on 23rd and 24th November, 2023. The
themes of the conference include
Energy Storage - Battery Material & Manufacturing in Afric
Hydrogen development in Afric
Energy transition in Afric
Energy transition economic
Renewable Energy System
Mini - grid
Clean mobilit
Clean cookin
Energy transition finance

The conference was a two days event which witnessed a cumulative of 670
participants from across Africa. The conference had two Keynote Speakers who
adressed the following salient topics
African Energy Future: Beyond Extractivis
The role of Industry-Academia Collaboration in Advancing Clean Energy Innovation in
Africa

A total of 13 professionals from the industry constituted the panels for 4 insightful
panel sessions on the following topics
Fires to Future; Overcoming Clean Cooking Challenges in Afric
Fueling the Future; Strategies and Challenges in Financing Africa’s Energy Transitio
Roads to Tomorrow; Navigating the Clean Mobility Landscap
Battery Materials and Manufacturing in Africa: Navigating Opportunities, Challenges,
and Prospects for Sustainable Energy Solutions

39 Abstracts on the conference themes were submitted out of which 21 full papers
were accepted and published on AST (Advances in Science and Technology) journal
after thorough review. 17 Research papers which cuts across the conference themes
were presented and there were various question and answer sessions.

The event experienced 40% inclusion of women in participation both as attendees,

panelists, paper presenters and Keynote speakers. The event replay can be viewed on
our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@toveroenergy3932
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 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
FOR AICCEES 2023

39 Abstracts on the conference themes were submitted out of which 21

full papers were accepted and 14 were eventually published on AST
(Advances in Science and Technology) journal after thorough review.
17 Research papers which cuts across the conference themes were
presented and there were various question and answer sessions.

NUMBER OF ABSTRACTS SUBMITTED

NUMBER OF ACCEPTED PAPERS

NUMBER OF PAPERS PRESENTED

NUMBER OF PAPERS PUBLISHED

45% increase in followership after the

conference on Twitter, 60% increase in
followership on LinkedIn after the
conference. 10% increase in followership
on Facebook after the conference.
Generally, AICCEES 2023 had 52.17%
X (formally twitter) engagements on LinkedIn, 39.13%
LINKEDIN engagement on X and 8.7% engagement
FACEBOOK on facebook.

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 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
FOR AICCEES 2023

38 guests were invited for the

event and a total of 31 were
present and functioning as
either moderators , panelists
and keynote speakers: giving a
total of 81.58% guests
appearance at the event.

GUESTS PRESENT
GUESTS ABSENT

AICCEES 2023 had 11 female

presentations as either guest
speakers, moderators, panelists
and panel speakers. The best
presenter at the conference was a
female. In general, the event had
40% female inclusveness.
MALE ATTENDEES
FEMALE ATTENDEES

1,890 persons registered to

attend the event, 38 guests
were invited. 31 guests
attended, In general, AICCEES
2023 experienced 53.65%
conversion rate of attendance
from all over the world.

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 AICCEES 2024
The 2024 edition of AICCEES is scheduled to hold on the 26th and 27th of
September 2024 at the CBN Auditorium, University of Port Harcourt. The University
of Port Harcourt is our esteemed partner, contributing to the academic arm of the
conference. This collaboration ensures a robust and scholarly environment for the
exchange of knowledge and ideas. The conference will be a hybrid event, combining
both in-person and virtual participation.

This edition is themed "Empowering Africa's Sustainable Energy Future". This

overarching theme underscores our commitment to catalyzing positive change in the
continent's energy landscape. The event will experience exhibitions from innovators
and industries. This will play a pivotal role, allowing industry players to showcase the
latest technologies, products, and services related to clean energy and energy
storage.

The specific objectives of AICCEES 2024 includes

Knowledge Exchange: Facilitate the exchange of cutting-edge research, insights,

and innovations in clean energy and energy storage systems
Collaboration and Networking: Provide a platform for stakeholders, including
researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners, to network,
collaborate, and forge partnerships
Policy Development: Ignite discussions and contribute to the formulation of
policies that drive the transition towards cleaner and more sustainable energy
solutions in Africa
Capacity Building: Empower participants with the latest knowledge, skills, and
tools essential for navigating the complexities of the clean energy sector.
The Highlights of the Conference will include (but not limited to)

Keynote Speeches: Insights from renowned experts and thought leaders in the
field
Research Paper Presentations: Showcasing contemporary and original research
Panel Discussions: In-depth discussions on critical issues and emerging trends
Networking Sessions: Opportunities for participants to connect, share ideas, and
build collaborations
Exhibitions: Opportunities for innovators and industry experts to showcase new
technologies in the sector.

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 Business Leaders Empowerment Session: A platform for industry stakeholders,
experienced business leaders and clean energy experts to share their insights,
experiences and expertise as well as explore key trends , share best practices and
foster collaboration
Entrepreneurship Mentorship Session: Providing Clean energy entrepreneurs &
founders, and Young Energy Leaders with guidance, support and resources needed
to navigate challenges and seize opportunities in the industry.

The conference topics include (but not limited to)

Energy storage and Sustainable Battery Manufacturing in Afric

Hydrogen Development in Afric Clean Mobilit
Renewable Energy System Clean Cookin
Energy Supply and Energy Access in Afric Energy Transition Financ
Mini – grids and Hydropower Developmen Waste to Energy
Energy Efficiency and Smart Systems

Conference Chair and Co-chairs

Conference Chair Professor Roland Uhunmwangho

Former Dean, Faculty of Engineering, University

of Port Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria

Conference Co-Chair Professor Abam Fidelis

Faculty of Engineering and Technology,

University of Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria.

Conference Co-Chair Professor Sunday Oyedepo

Faculty of Engineering, Bells University of

Technology, Ogun State, Nigeria

Conference Co-Chair Dr. Ogheneruona Diemuodeke

Head of Department, Department of Mechanical

Engineering, Director of Energy Technology
Institute, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers
State, Nigeria

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 Scientific Committee

The Scientific Committee is made of different experts in the different fields of the

sub-themes from different institutions and organisations. The Scientific

committee members are;

Dr. Rita Okoroafor [Assistant Professor, Texas A&M University, United

States of America]

Professor Tunde Bello-Ochende [Professor of Mechanical Engineering,

University of Cape Town, South Africa]

Professor Howard Njoku [Professor of Mechanical Engineering,

University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria]

Dr. Patrick Okolo [Associate Lecturer, Oxford Brookes University,

England]

Dr. Kehinde Ogunsola-Saliu [PhD, Energy Studies]

Dr. Tarek Safwat Kabel [Lecturer of Economics, University of Sadat City,

Egypt]

Professor Kenneth Okedu [Smart Energy Research Unit, Victoria

University, Footscray, Melbourne, Australia]

Professor Shoeb Syed [Head of Department, Department of Mechanical

Engineering, PNG University of Technology, Lae, Papua New Guinea]

Professor Tobinson Briggs [University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State,

Nigeria]

Ing. Dr. Ibrahim Muritala [Founding Member, CODAHEA (Consortium for

the Development and Advancement of Hydrogen in Africa)]

Professor Israel Dunmade [Department of Earth and Environmental

Sciences, Mount Royal University, Calgary, Canada]

Dr. Joe Ogorure [University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria]

Dr. Joseph Dirisu [Covenant University, Ogun State, Nigeria]

Dr. Kesiena Owebor [University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria]

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 Professor Moeketsi Mpholo [Centre Leader, Energy Research Center,
National University of Lesotho, Lesotho]

Dr. Haruna Abdullahi [PhD, Economics and Public Servant]

PARTICIPATION
Participation at AICCEES will be open to all. Participants can publish a paper,
present a paper, or be audience members. Certificate of participation will be given
to all conference participants. Details for participation are given in the table
below.

PHYSICAL PARTICIPATION
CATEGORY EARLY PAYMENT LATE PAYMENT
$30 0r 30,000NGN
$35 or 35,000 NGN

Audience member only 20,000 NGN for Students 20,000 NGN for Students

Only Paper Presentation $50 or 50,000 NGN $50 or 50,000 NGN

Paper Presentation + Abstract $100 or 60,000 NGN $150 or 90,000 NGN

Publication
Paper Presentation + Paper $150 or 90,000 NGN $200 or 120,000 NGN
Publication + Abstract Publication

VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION
CATEGORY EARLY PAYMENT LATE PAYMENT

Audience member only $20 0r 30,000NGN $20 or 30,000 NGN

Only Paper Presentation $50 or 30,000 NGN $50 or 30,000 NGN

Paper Presentation + Abstract $100 or 60,000 NGN $150 or 90,000 NGN

Publication
Paper Presentation + Paper $150 or 90,000 NGN $200 or 120,000 NGN
Publication + Abstract Publication

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 Submission of papers
The AICCEES 2024 Conference welcomes abstract and full paper submissions
from researchers in the academia, clean energy industry experts, policy makers
and regulators, mining companies, clean energy companies, E-mobility Companies,
and the general public.

All abstracts received will be compiled in a book of Abstracts supplement and

shared with all the research participants at the end of the conference. Abstracts
should be a maximum of two pages and must be submitted via email :
aiccees@uniport.edu.ng

The maximum allowed percentage of similarity on the plagiarism report is 15%.

After research papers are reviewed and accepted, researchers will be invoived to
proceed and make payment.

All research papers accepted will be compiled in a conference proceedings book in

Advances in Sciences and Technology journal which is indexed in Scopus and
published by Trans Tech Publications. Individual conference research papers in the
conference proceedings book will be given a DOI and the conference proceedings
publication will be open access. The research papers that will be included in the
conference proceedings book will be only original works of the author, not sent
for publication elsewhere. Paper submission is limited to a maximum of 2 research
papers from the same person as the lead author.
Further enquiries regarding paper submissions should be sent to
aiccees@uniport.edu.ng. Plagiarism tests will be conducted for full research
papers submitted. At the end of the conference, authors of selected high quality
research papers will be contacted to submit an extended, significantly updated
version of their conference papers for publication in a scopus indexed journal
under scientific.net.

Author’s Deadline
Abstract/full research paper submission open: 1st February, 202
Abstract/full research paper submission deadline: 31st July, 2024

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 Sponsorship information

PLAN/PRICE BENEFITS

A keynote speaking opportunity by a member of the

Platinum Sponsorship

sponsor organisation

5,000 USD

Research paper presentation and publication

or

opportunity by a member of the sponsor

4,500,000 NGN
organisation

Prominent branding on all the conference materials

and banners

Advertising opportunities during the event

Recognition in conference materials.

Panel discussion by a team from your organisation

Direct contact to presenters and researchers

Soft copy of the Book of Abstract

Research paper presentation and publication

Gold Sponsorship
opportunity by a member of the sponsor

3,000 USD

organisation

or

Prominent branding on all the conference materials

1,050,000 NGN
and banners

Advertising opportunities during the event

Recognition in conference materials.

Direct contact to presenters and researchers.

Research paper presentation and publication

Silver Sponsorship

opportunity by a member of the sponsor

1,500 USD

organisation
or

Advertising opportunities during the event

525,000 NGN

Recognition in conference materials.

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 Research paper presentation and publication
Bronze Sponsorship

opportunity by a member of the sponsor

1,000 USD

organisation
or

Recognition in conference materials.

400,000 NGN

Companies and organisations can sponsor specific

Session Sponsorship

5 00 USD

sessions, such as keynote speeches, paper

presentations, or moderating sessions, and receive

or

1 75 ,000 NGN
recognition during those sessions.

E x hibi ti on
Exhibitions are paid for and negotiable. Companies,

Organisations and Individuals interested in

exhibiting their products and services at the

conference should contact the conference

organisers on aiccees@uniport.edu.ng.

All payments should be made by bank transfer using the details below;

Payment Currency and Bank Details

Bank Transfer - USD

Bank Transfer - Nigerian Naira (NGN)

Swift Code: GTBINGLA

Bank: Guaranty Trust Bank

Account Name: Tovero Energy Ltd

Account Name: Tovero Energy Ltd

Account Number: 0737393304

Account Number: 0737393294

Sort Code: 058-083956

Currency: NGN

Currency: USD

The sender is solely responsible for the bank fees and transfer fees.

For enquiries on payments and invoices, please send an email to

aiccees@uniport.edu.ng

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 Sponsors AND PARTNERS

Energy Technology Institute, ETI

Centre for Power Systems Studies

University of Port Harcourt. Nigeria

Consortium for the Development and Advancement of Hydrogen Economy in Africa

(CODAHEA) is an organisation dedicated to the development and advancement of
hydrogen economy in Africa. We promote and champion the production and use of
green hydrogen.

www.codahea.org

The Transforming Energy Access – Learning Partnership

(TEA-LP) is a partnership of African, South Asian and
Indo-Pacific universities & other stakeholders, committed
to ensuring a highly qualified workforce to drive the transition to sustainable energy access for
all. Our university partners aim to deliver innovative and relevant, Masters’ level courses and
our CPD courses aim to support professionals already working in the energy sector. In
addition, TEA-LP is building a network of southern expertise.

www.tea-lp.org

ENER PRO CONSULTING is a leading provider of innovative and

highly customised energy management solutions delivered by
qualified and experienced technical and engineering experts.
www.enerproafrica.com

For further enquiries about Registration and Participation, Collaboration,

Sponsorship, Exhibition and Speaking opportunities please contact us at;
+2348133426978
aiccees@uniport.edu.ng
+2347035151088

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