The Board of the Energy Commission has held a high-level meeting with Chief Executives of Independent Power Producers (IPPs) at the Net Zero Building, located at its head office in Accra, to enhance cooperation and address key industry concerns.
The Commission serves as the technical regulator for electricity and natural gas in Ghana.
The Board Chairman, Prof. John Gartchie Gatsi, reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and partnership. On local content, he clarified that the Commission will not lower the bar but assured stakeholders that steps are being taken to address the challenges faced by industry players.
Prof. Gatsi also emphasized the need for stronger collaboration with institutions such as the ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA), the West African Power Pool (WAPP), and the Ghana Standards Authority. He noted that the Commission will continue to align its operations with the needs of the Ghanaian electricity market.
He further announced the appointment of a Chief Inspector to oversee compliance and technical standards within the sector.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to build a transparent, sustainable, and resilient energy market that supports Ghana’s long-term development goals.
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