In a bid to boost renewal energy, the federal government may consider the option of sourcing solar energy locally to empower nine universities to enhance the Green Bond Initiative in the country.

The Minister of State, Environment, Ibrahim Usman Jibril stated this when paying a working visit to National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure, NASENI, Solar Energy Ltd in Karishi, Abuja.

He said plans are underway to carry out renewable energy programmes with tertiary institutions in line with Nigeria