Dr Noah’s research interests lie in climate change laws, energy transition laws, oil and gas law and sustainable development.
Contributions to Climate Change Law and Sustainable Development
Dr Noah has published in leading peer-reviewed journals. One of his key articles, “The Consumption Fuel Subsidy is a Clog to Renewable Energy Development in Nigeria” (Journal of Law, Policy & Globalization, 139, pp. 1-13), explores the misalignment between Nigeria’s fossil fuel subsidy programme and its commitments under the Paris Agreement. The article, which draws on findings from his doctoral thesis, calls for a reduction in Nigeria’s fossil fuel subsidies to enable a transition towards renewable energy.
This work is noteworthy for highlighting the contradictions between global climate commitments and national policies. Remarkably, within a year of its publication, the Nigerian government ended its long-standing fuel subsidy programme, demonstrating the potential influence of his research on policy development.
Another significant publication, “Nigeria’s Climate Change Act, Conditional and Unconditional Nationally Determined Contributions, and the Principle of Common but Differentiated Responsibilities”, is an open-access article in the Environmental Law Review. It is expected to contribute to UWE’s next REF submission, showcasing its academic value.
Research in Oil and Gas Law
In addition to his focus on climate change, Dr Noah is deeply engaged in research on oil and gas law, particularly examining the environmental impact of oil pollution in developing countries. His publications in this area reveal the complexities of regulatory frameworks and the socio-environmental consequences of oil extraction in resource-rich yet vulnerable regions.
Dr Noah’s research portfolio reflects a commitment to addressing critical global challenges through rigorous academic inquiry, with an emphasis on practical solutions for sustainable governance and environmental justice.