Ghana’s largest independent power producer, Sunon Asogli Power Ghana Limited, has hosted students of Kpone Community Day Senior High School, Kpone Community Basic School, The Brilliant Soul Int. School and Kingdom Stars Academy at their power plant.
The three schools are all located in Kpone where the Sunon Asogli Power Plant is located.
Sunon Asogli has been a promoter of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in the Kpone community and so on Friday, as part of efforts to deepen the relationship with the community, Sunon Asogli organised an Open Day for about 100 students.
The students were taken through safety drills and operations of the company and later toured the power plant, including the control room.
The students especially those who want to pursue engineering courses, were excited to be taken around the plant to know for the first time, how electricity is produced.
Addressing the students, the Chairman of Sunon Asogli Power Ghana Limited, Yang Qun noted that Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) is a gateway to the nation’s innovation, progress and prosperity.
He said in an ever-changing world driven by technological and scientific advancements, “we must provide our children with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive in this changing landscape.
“By focusing on STEM education, we provide our young learners with the foundation to unlock their potential and pursue rewarding careers in fields that are shaping the future. STEM education fosters critical thinking, problem-solving abilities and a thorough understanding of the world around us,” he stated.
He noted that knowledge does not lie in theory only but also in practical application, stating that it is essential that not only children should learn the concepts but also gain hands-on experience, bridging the gap between theory and practice.
“Today’s Open Day aims to accomplish this. As we open the doors of Sunon Asogli Power to our young ones, we have arranged a tour to understand how electricity is generated, a career talk from our engineers and other fun activities.
“We hope that they leave here today with a renewed sense of wonder, knowledge and the belief that they can achieve anything they set their minds to.”
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com