What is the national energy policy of Ghana?

XVII Art. Cabinet at its forty-seventh meeting on 25th March, 2023 approved the reviewed National Energy Policy of Ghana which is intended to guide the development and management of Ghana’s energy sector, especially during this era of the global call to transition to clean energy use.

Why should Ghana invest in EV charging stations?

The introduction of new technologies such as Modern Renewable Energy, Nuclear Power, Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage, Hydrogen and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations to diversify our energy mix has the potential to create millions of new job opportunities and enable Ghana gain access to the future green trade market.

Are mini-grids a viable option for last-mile electrification in Ghana?

Mini-grids have a long history of electrifying remote communities in developing countries and have emerged as a viable and scalable option for last-mile electrification in Ghana. Renewable energy mini-grids have the unique ability to increase energy access in remote areas while providing high-quality energy to households and businesses.

Does Ghana have a power shortage?

The country now has adequate generation capacity and has developed an integrated generation Master Plan to enhance planning and prevent a recurrence of power shortages in the future. The natural gas industry in Ghana is in its nascent stage but growing at a fast pace as the sources of gas increase.

How many power distribution companies are there in Ghana?

There are three power distribution entities in the country comprising two state-owned utilities: Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo). There is only one private distributor which operates in the Free-Zone Enclave and industrial estates in the Greater Accra region.

Is Ghana a sustainable country?

Ghana is a signatory to several global protocols and agreements relating to clean and sustainable energy production and use. Prominent among these are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Paris Agreement and Glasgow Climate Pact.