Ghana: Gov’t Aims For Green Transition With 5-Point Agenda

Ghana’s Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has outlined a 5-point agenda to fast-track the West African nation’s energy transition.

Speaking at the Sustainable Energy Policy Dialogue 2025 organized by GIMPA -PURC Center of Excellence in Public Regulation (CEPUR), on Wednesday, March 5,2025, Jinapor emphasized the government’s commitment to developing all energy resources in a sustainable manner.

The 5-point agenda includes:

• Establishing the Renewable Energy and Green Transition Fund: to support research and development of home-grown green technologies, provide solar-powered solutions for various sectors, and promote energy efficiency education.
•  Deploying Solar-Powered Street Lights: to reduce the burden of electricity tariffs on state institutions and improve security in areas with inadequate street lighting.
• Fast-Tracking Universal Access to Electricity: by deploying renewable energy mini-grids, with the aim of reaching 90% electricity access this year.
• Establishing the Renewable Energy Agency: to manage the Renewable Energy and Green Transition Fund, promote investments in energy transition, and support research and development of renewable technologies.
• Implementing Open and Competitive Renewable Capacity Procurement: to achieve competitive prices, attract credible investors, and fast-track the green transition agenda.

Jinapor emphasized that the energy transition is no longer just about environmental benefits, but also has a strong economic case.

He invited stakeholders to partner with the government to achieve Ghana’s green transition goals while developing other energy resources.

Source: https://energynewsafrica.com