The LCI impact of silicon PV energy generation has been assessed for Nigeria.
The life cycle emission rates are in the range of 37.3–72.2 g CO2-eq./kWh.
The global warming potential of a 1.5 kW PV system ranges from 1907 to 5819 kg CO2-eq.
The energy payback times are in the range of 0.83–2.83 years.
The PV system has net energy ratio of 7.08–36.17.