The Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ing. Julius Kwame Kpekpene, has been adjudged the Energy Sector Recovery Programme Champion of the Year by the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition.
The award was in recognition of Ing. Kpekpene’s unwavering commitment to driving financial and operational turnaround within the energy sector, particularly at ECG.
The award acknowledges his strategic direction, discipline, and accountability, which have helped restore confidence and renewed momentum in the implementation of the ESRP agenda.
According to the citation, under Ing. Kpekpena’s leadership, ECG has significantly strengthened its participation in the Cash Waterfall Mechanism (CWM) through improved transparency, accurate monthly declarations, and the timely remittance of collections.
These measures have resulted in notable increases in revenue collections, enhanced liquidity across the energy value chain, and a more stable financial position for the sector.
The citation further highlights Ing. Kpekpena’s emphasis on operational integrity, which has ensured ECG’s continued reliability as a key revenue allocator within the sector — an achievement widely acknowledged by stakeholders.
“For your visionary leadership, relentless pursuit of operational excellence, and decisive contributions to a strengthened financial architecture of the energy sector, you are deservedly honoured as the Energy Sector Recovery Programme Champion of the Year, 2025,” the citation stated.
The award was signed by the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Hon. Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor (MP), and the ESRP Coordinator, Dr. Ishmael Ackah, and presented with profound appreciation and admiration.
The recognition places Ing. Kpekpena among key national figures championing reforms to ensure sustainability, transparency, and long-term stability in Ghana’s energy sector.
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