Ghana’s technical regulator for electricity and natural energy, the Energy Commission, has engaged renewable energy sector players to strengthen collaboration between the industry and the regulator.
The engagement, held at the City Escape Hotel in the Airport Residential Area on November 12, 2025, brought together over 40 participants from across the renewable energy sector.
Chaired by the Commission’s Board Chairman, Prof. John Gartchie Gatsi, the meeting focused on enhancing collaboration, improving compliance, and addressing key industry concerns.
Prof. Gatsi emphasized the importance of timely license renewals, proper labeling of imported equipment, and adherence to the Hazardous and Electronic Waste Control and Management Act, 2016 (Act 917).
“We will continue to organize sensitization programmes to ensure no one is left behind,” he assured.
The meeting also highlighted plans to launch a digital portal for online license applications and monitoring, aimed at enhancing efficiency and transparency.
Stakeholders engaged the Commission with various questions on issues such as net metering, license categorization, local content, and dispute resolution. Suggestions included extending license renewal periods and introducing solar-powered water pumps to support rural development.
The Acting Executive Secretary, Mrs. Eunice Biritwum, together with the Heads of Legal and Renewable Energy Regulation, addressed all concerns and reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to supporting industry growth through collaboration and continuous education.
The engagement ended on a positive note, with renewed commitment from both the Commission and stakeholders to build a compliant, transparent, and sustainable renewable energy sector for Ghana.
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