That Nigeria now has an acting President is no longer news. Somehow we pulled through yet another phase of our progress in nationhood.
Questions bothering me are:
1. When will we learn to put our collective or national interests above the parochial, selfish, individual ones we so ardently pursue?"
2. When will we have truely patriotic politicians in the majority on our political scene.
3.When will we truly begin the journey to National Greatness.
4. Should we not have a National Agenda that can be binding on all political regimes irrespective of political party or individual office holder.
5.Can we remain indifferent to international opinions of ourselves as a people and of 'Nigeria' as our nation.
Your honest answers or just opinions on a fair starting point to progress on these vexing issues are welcomed as comments, please.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Saturday, February 13, 2010
SOLVING THE POWER PROBLEM
That We have been confronted as a Nation for too long with the Power problem is no longer a secret. A foreigner who once visited this country was asked what local word he learnt during his brief visit and his answer was 'NEPA!!!!'.
How do we solve this NEPA!!!! problem? My answer is How did we solve the NITEL problem. When I was growing up, telephones were for the rich but today everyone carries around a handset.
Thanks to Deregulation, privatision, whatever you call it. Why don' we deregulate POWER and let communities, local governments, and states generate their own power.
In the North, generation may be by Solar, in Enugu state by Coal, in the Oil producing states by Natural Gas and in places with good flowing rivers and suitable terrain by Hydro generation. Such diversification of energy sources help our energy security and independence. Of course costs may differ but what is the alternative that we are experiencing now, can we trully say that we are presently paying equal rates for energy supply throughout the country?
When individual entrepreneurs are allowed to come into power generation on economic basis with good policy regulation by the Governments devoid of corruption, best prices for services will win at the end of day rather than the present forced extortions currently being experienced by the majority of the populace.
Knowing that major Power Projects are long term investments, a stable polity is important which is why our Political Leadership must maintain credibility despite regime changes and not reneging on commitments made by previous governments for rather frivolous, selfish motives which serves only to scare away much needed foreign investors - technical and financial.
How do we solve this NEPA!!!! problem? My answer is How did we solve the NITEL problem. When I was growing up, telephones were for the rich but today everyone carries around a handset.
Thanks to Deregulation, privatision, whatever you call it. Why don' we deregulate POWER and let communities, local governments, and states generate their own power.
In the North, generation may be by Solar, in Enugu state by Coal, in the Oil producing states by Natural Gas and in places with good flowing rivers and suitable terrain by Hydro generation. Such diversification of energy sources help our energy security and independence. Of course costs may differ but what is the alternative that we are experiencing now, can we trully say that we are presently paying equal rates for energy supply throughout the country?
When individual entrepreneurs are allowed to come into power generation on economic basis with good policy regulation by the Governments devoid of corruption, best prices for services will win at the end of day rather than the present forced extortions currently being experienced by the majority of the populace.
Knowing that major Power Projects are long term investments, a stable polity is important which is why our Political Leadership must maintain credibility despite regime changes and not reneging on commitments made by previous governments for rather frivolous, selfish motives which serves only to scare away much needed foreign investors - technical and financial.
WINDMILLS FOR LOW WINDSPEED REGIONS
RESTEC WATER-PUMPING WINDMILLS TECHNOLOGY
SUBMITTED BY:-
HARDENSOFT INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (NIGERIA) IN PARTNERSHIP WITH RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGIES (USA)
BRIEF ON HARDENSOFT INTERNATIONAL
Hardensoft International Limited is a Nigerian technology firm committed to availing discerning local clients with relevant proven technology solutions drawing from all available options worldwide.
Hardensoft International Limited in partnership with Renewable Systems And Technologies - RESTEC (USA) patentees of RESTEC WindMills; distribute, install and maintain the United States Patented RESTEC Windmills in the entire African market with plans to locally manufacture in the nearest future under a technology transfer arrangement. Our vision is to promote Sustainable environmental development employing renewable energy technologies to arrest environmental degradations, poverty and migrations cum emigrations.
A BRIEF ON WINDMILL TECHNOLOGY
Windmill Technology is a major part of what is now known and generally referred to as ‘renewable’ or ‘alternative’ energy technology.
The first windmills were developed to automate the tasks of grain-grinding and water-pumping for livelihood, crops and livestock. The earliest-known design is the vertical axis system developed in Persia about 500-900 A.D.
In the near future, wind energy will be the most cost effective source of electrical power. In fact, a good case can be made for saying that it already has achieved this status. By displacing generation from fossil fuels Windmills help reduce the carbon intensity of electricity generation and provide savings in greenhouse gas emissions compared to generation by gas or coal fired plants.
BRIEF ON RESTEC WINDMILLS
RESTEC Mark10 – WATER PUMPING WINDMILLS
Unique features include:
* Low wind speed performance – RESTEC Mark10 Windmills begin cost-effective operation at 6 Km/hr while competing products start at 14.4km/hr
* Wind speeds of 14.4 km/hr occur less than 25% of the time over the earth's surface
* Wind speeds of 6km/hr occur more than 90% of the time over the earth's surface
* Pumps fluids (water/Oil) from depths as deep as 4,000 feet (1,200 Meters)
* Typical Windmills require 24km/hr wind speed to pump from 300feet.
* Can accommodate the use of downhole pumps up to 12inches in diameter, thus pumping more volume of water under the same conditions.
* With the RESTEC, it is possible to pump water to sites as far as 10 miles away. It’s innovative rotating counterbalanced design enables the pump to offset the weight of both the water and the sucker rods, employing a smoother, more powerful stroke.
* Rugged, reliable and virtually maintenance-free
* Capable of being manufactured, installed and serviced by local personnel
BENEFITS OF RESTEC WINDMILLS DEPLOYMENT
The RESTEC WindMill is the world’s most powerful water pumping windmill, capable of pumping more water from any depth and at any wind speed at a lower cost per unit volume of water than any other windmill in the world today. This can further facilitate the following:
* Water Distribution over wider areas and communities, as the windmill can pump water as far as 10miles away.
* Plant and irrigate trees in sufficient mass to wall off encroaching wind erosion and desertification.
* Embark upon large-scale irrigation projects to support agriculture which could encompass the following:
* Animal Husbandry (Small and Large-Scale)
* Fish Farming “ “
* Vegetable Farms “ “
* Fruit Farms “ “
Contact: Hardensoft International Limited through:- hardensoftintl(at)yahoo(dot)com
SUBMITTED BY:-
HARDENSOFT INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (NIGERIA) IN PARTNERSHIP WITH RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGIES (USA)
BRIEF ON HARDENSOFT INTERNATIONAL
Hardensoft International Limited is a Nigerian technology firm committed to availing discerning local clients with relevant proven technology solutions drawing from all available options worldwide.
Hardensoft International Limited in partnership with Renewable Systems And Technologies - RESTEC (USA) patentees of RESTEC WindMills; distribute, install and maintain the United States Patented RESTEC Windmills in the entire African market with plans to locally manufacture in the nearest future under a technology transfer arrangement. Our vision is to promote Sustainable environmental development employing renewable energy technologies to arrest environmental degradations, poverty and migrations cum emigrations.
A BRIEF ON WINDMILL TECHNOLOGY
Windmill Technology is a major part of what is now known and generally referred to as ‘renewable’ or ‘alternative’ energy technology.
The first windmills were developed to automate the tasks of grain-grinding and water-pumping for livelihood, crops and livestock. The earliest-known design is the vertical axis system developed in Persia about 500-900 A.D.
In the near future, wind energy will be the most cost effective source of electrical power. In fact, a good case can be made for saying that it already has achieved this status. By displacing generation from fossil fuels Windmills help reduce the carbon intensity of electricity generation and provide savings in greenhouse gas emissions compared to generation by gas or coal fired plants.
BRIEF ON RESTEC WINDMILLS
RESTEC Mark10 – WATER PUMPING WINDMILLS
Unique features include:
* Low wind speed performance – RESTEC Mark10 Windmills begin cost-effective operation at 6 Km/hr while competing products start at 14.4km/hr
* Wind speeds of 14.4 km/hr occur less than 25% of the time over the earth's surface
* Wind speeds of 6km/hr occur more than 90% of the time over the earth's surface
* Pumps fluids (water/Oil) from depths as deep as 4,000 feet (1,200 Meters)
* Typical Windmills require 24km/hr wind speed to pump from 300feet.
* Can accommodate the use of downhole pumps up to 12inches in diameter, thus pumping more volume of water under the same conditions.
* With the RESTEC, it is possible to pump water to sites as far as 10 miles away. It’s innovative rotating counterbalanced design enables the pump to offset the weight of both the water and the sucker rods, employing a smoother, more powerful stroke.
* Rugged, reliable and virtually maintenance-free
* Capable of being manufactured, installed and serviced by local personnel
BENEFITS OF RESTEC WINDMILLS DEPLOYMENT
The RESTEC WindMill is the world’s most powerful water pumping windmill, capable of pumping more water from any depth and at any wind speed at a lower cost per unit volume of water than any other windmill in the world today. This can further facilitate the following:
* Water Distribution over wider areas and communities, as the windmill can pump water as far as 10miles away.
* Plant and irrigate trees in sufficient mass to wall off encroaching wind erosion and desertification.
* Embark upon large-scale irrigation projects to support agriculture which could encompass the following:
* Animal Husbandry (Small and Large-Scale)
* Fish Farming “ “
* Vegetable Farms “ “
* Fruit Farms “ “
Contact: Hardensoft International Limited through:- hardensoftintl(at)yahoo(dot)com
COMBATING DESERTIFICATION
COMBATING DESERTIFICATION
A COMPREHENSIVE INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT APPROACH
THE MENACE
Desert encroachment in Northern Nigeria at a rate of 600 meters per annum, Whole settlements already displaced within the last 25 years. Twin problem of wind erosion and drought leading to dispersions of communities and displacements of people.
COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTION APPROACH
God created the Earth for human habitation. Man lives by means of his livelihood. Land restoration must therefore aim to sustain both living and livelihood.
To live, modern man requires primarily light(energy) and water , closely followed by food and shelter.
For a livelihood - Agriculture : Agronomy and pastoralism (Animal Husbandary)
From there we can develop Agro-allied industries, food processing and preservation amongst others.
USING WHAT IS AVAILABLE: LAND, SUN AND WIND.
From the beginning God planted a garden. Eden was a model case. The Garden requires water. Here, we have underground water that needs to be extracted – RESTEC water-pumping windmills is our solution.
Afforestation – with relevant trees suitable for the peculiar climatic conditions; I propose Date Palms with profitable under/cover crops such as cowpeas, onions, tomatoes, garlic, etc.
Plans for Agricultural Processing-canned tomatoes, Exports (Dates, Beans, Onions, etc) and Meat/Dairy products Processing from Animal Husbandry.
ENERGY FOR LIVING AND INDUSTRY
Concentrated Solar Thermal Power at Gigawatt Scales is cost-comparable to fossil fuel generation and can even be acceessed on Power Purchase Agreement basis freeing much need capital for other developmental projects. In the near future, Airborne Wind Energy will provide competitive alternative energy source.
IMPLEMENTATION
PREPARATIONS (A)
LOCAL MANUFACTURE OF RESTEC(Both Water and Energy Mills)
NURSERIES FOR SEEDLINGS- Sourcing Dates, other seedlings including cover crops
Portable Residential Cabins
Irrigation Systems- Designs/Sourcing
Staffing
Draft Agricultural Estate Design/Layout
Forests/Farms/Gardens/Residences and Hotels
Schools/Hospitals/Parks and recreational areas(Golf Course)
Gas Station , Local stores and Markets
Security – Police Posts/Patrols, Vehicles and Equipments
Farm tools, Implements and Machineries – Tractors, etc.
MOBILISATION TO SITE (THE JOURNEY BEGINS) (B)
Advance Party – Nearest Decent Hotel
Transportation – Vehicles and Fueling
Logistics for Heavy Equipment and Machinery including Portal Cabins
Bore – Holes Drilling and Installations of Locally Manufactured RESTEC Water Pumping Wind-Mills
Installation of Irrigation Systems
Tree Planting (Transfer of Seedlings from Nurseries, etc)
Cover crop Plantings
Development of Residential Settlements and Local Communities
Deployment of Grid –Scale Solar/Wind Energy Farms
Maintenance
BUDGET/COSTS
Estimate US$50M For Meaningful And Impactful Project.
A COMPREHENSIVE INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT APPROACH
THE MENACE
Desert encroachment in Northern Nigeria at a rate of 600 meters per annum, Whole settlements already displaced within the last 25 years. Twin problem of wind erosion and drought leading to dispersions of communities and displacements of people.
COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTION APPROACH
God created the Earth for human habitation. Man lives by means of his livelihood. Land restoration must therefore aim to sustain both living and livelihood.
To live, modern man requires primarily light(energy) and water , closely followed by food and shelter.
For a livelihood - Agriculture : Agronomy and pastoralism (Animal Husbandary)
From there we can develop Agro-allied industries, food processing and preservation amongst others.
USING WHAT IS AVAILABLE: LAND, SUN AND WIND.
From the beginning God planted a garden. Eden was a model case. The Garden requires water. Here, we have underground water that needs to be extracted – RESTEC water-pumping windmills is our solution.
Afforestation – with relevant trees suitable for the peculiar climatic conditions; I propose Date Palms with profitable under/cover crops such as cowpeas, onions, tomatoes, garlic, etc.
Plans for Agricultural Processing-canned tomatoes, Exports (Dates, Beans, Onions, etc) and Meat/Dairy products Processing from Animal Husbandry.
ENERGY FOR LIVING AND INDUSTRY
Concentrated Solar Thermal Power at Gigawatt Scales is cost-comparable to fossil fuel generation and can even be acceessed on Power Purchase Agreement basis freeing much need capital for other developmental projects. In the near future, Airborne Wind Energy will provide competitive alternative energy source.
IMPLEMENTATION
PREPARATIONS (A)
LOCAL MANUFACTURE OF RESTEC(Both Water and Energy Mills)
NURSERIES FOR SEEDLINGS- Sourcing Dates, other seedlings including cover crops
Portable Residential Cabins
Irrigation Systems- Designs/Sourcing
Staffing
Draft Agricultural Estate Design/Layout
Forests/Farms/Gardens/Residences and Hotels
Schools/Hospitals/Parks and recreational areas(Golf Course)
Gas Station , Local stores and Markets
Security – Police Posts/Patrols, Vehicles and Equipments
Farm tools, Implements and Machineries – Tractors, etc.
MOBILISATION TO SITE (THE JOURNEY BEGINS) (B)
Advance Party – Nearest Decent Hotel
Transportation – Vehicles and Fueling
Logistics for Heavy Equipment and Machinery including Portal Cabins
Bore – Holes Drilling and Installations of Locally Manufactured RESTEC Water Pumping Wind-Mills
Installation of Irrigation Systems
Tree Planting (Transfer of Seedlings from Nurseries, etc)
Cover crop Plantings
Development of Residential Settlements and Local Communities
Deployment of Grid –Scale Solar/Wind Energy Farms
Maintenance
BUDGET/COSTS
Estimate US$50M For Meaningful And Impactful Project.
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