The Republic of Ghana has nominated Mr Wisdom Ahiataku-Togobo, a former Director for Renewable Energy at the Ministry of Energy and Bui Power Authority (BPA), to compete for the position of Director-General of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) headquartered in Delhi, India.
The nomination followed a request by the President of International Solar Alliance, asking Ghana to nominate someone for the position of Director-General of the Alliance.
The request was passed through Ghana’s Ministry of Foriegn Affairs and Regional Integration.
The Republic of Ghana, upon careful thought based on his experience in the renewable energy industry, nominated Mr Wisdom Ahiataku-Togobo to represent Ghana and compete for the position.
Wizzie, as he is affectionately called has over 30 years in the renewable energy sector.
He pioneered most of the renewable energy deployment in Ghana including the largest floating solar facility in Africa.
He was very instrumental in the development of renewable energy policies, plans and regulations in Ghana.
He delivered speeches on Renewable Energy at international events.
In a related development, Mr Wisdom Ahiataku -Togobo has also been nominated for two awards at the upcoming Ghana Energy Awards scheduled for October 2024.
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) aims to promote solar energy globally, especially in sunny countries.
Founded in 2015 by India and France, ISA: enhances international cooperation to promote solar energy, supports countries in developing solar infrastructure, facilitates technology transfer and knowledge sharing, mobilises funding for solar projects and promotes sustainable development and climate change mitigation.
ISA’s objectives align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Agreement.
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