Gas Flaring in the Niger Delta: The Internal and External Dimensions

Description

Gas Flaring in the Niger Delta: The Internal and External Dimensions by Bukar Bukarambe, Osita A. Agbu, and Sharkdam Wapmuk offers a comprehensive analysis of the environmental, social, and political issues surrounding gas flaring in Nigeria’s Niger Delta region. This detailed study explores the multifaceted impacts of gas flaring, examining both internal factors and international dimensions that contribute to this persistent problem.

The authors delve into the environmental degradation, health hazards, and socio-economic consequences of gas flaring, providing a critical assessment of the challenges faced by local communities. They also explore the roles of governmental policies, corporate practices, and international pressures in shaping the response to gas flaring.

Key themes covered in the book include:

• The environmental and health impacts of gas flaring on the Niger Delta communities.
• The political and economic factors driving gas flaring and the inefficacy of existing regulations.
• Analysis of the role of oil companies and their compliance with environmental standards.
• The influence of international pressure and global environmental agreements on gas flaring practices.
• Proposals for policy reforms and technological solutions to mitigate the effects of gas flaring.

Gas Flaring in the Niger Delta provides a nuanced understanding of one of Nigeria’s most pressing environmental issues. It is an essential resource for environmentalists, policymakers, scholars, and anyone interested in the intersection of industry practices, environmental justice, and community health.