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Ghana: UEGCL Tours BPA’s Hydropower Station, Floating Solar Plant
The power generation company is looking to diversify its energy sources to include solar energy into its energy mix and complete feasibility studies on the possibility of floating solar project on the reservoir of its hydropower dams, hence visiting Bui Generation Station was a perfect choice.
The delegation, which included Board Chairperson Proscovia Margaret Njuki, were conducted around the Bui Generation Station by Ing. Kweku Akosah, Director for Engineering Services Department at BPA.
The delegation were briefed first after which they visited the control room, cooling water system area, floating solar plant, and the site of the 250MWp solar plants.
Commenting on the visit, George Tusingwire Mutekweka, Chief Operating Officer (COO) at UEGCL said, “I believe we have a lot of hydro power potential here, but solar power is trying to find its footing. I think we’ve found a good partner in both land-based and floating solar systems, which I believe everyone here will agree is remarkable. The idea of starting to fabricate floaters gives us hope that we can partner and collaborate on solar power to maximise our capacity and build Uganda’s generation capacity.”
Continuing, he said, “Our government’s target is to reach 52,000 megawatts by 2040. It’s a big target, but our President says, ‘Don’t compare yourself with others; compare yourself with China and the Asian tigers. Think big.’ He knows it’s ambitious, but he believes that with hard work, we can transform Africa.
“Our population is around 45 million, and by 2050, it will be around 80 million. Most of our population is young and vibrant. To keep them engaged and avoid them risking their lives crossing the seas, we need to provide affordable power, infrastructure, and opportunities.
“Local capacity is crucial in bringing down costs and attracting investors. We want to work with you to ensure that Ugandans have enough power not just for now but for the future as well. We appreciate your presence and look forward to collaborating with you.”
On his part, Ing. Akosah said: “We’re delighted that you can join us in hospitality. Just like the tide brings seashells to the shore, we hope that your visit will bring valuable insights and ideas. We’ll treat your contributions like those seashells – we’ll collect them, store them, and showcase them when you return.
“We’re grateful for your visit and look forward to making this partnership a reality. We’ll work together to ensure that our vision is consummated well. Thank you very much.”
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Trump Hints At U.S.-Japan LNG Joint Venture
As U.S. President Donald Trump touted “the largest trade deal in history” with Japan, he also noted that the United States and Japan are set to conclude another deal to form a joint venture for LNG in Alaska.
“We concluded the one deal … and now we’re going to conclude another one because they’re forming a joint venture with us at, in Alaska, as you know, for the LNG,” President Trump said in comments on the deal to GOP lawmakers at the White House. “They’re all set to make that deal now,” the president added. The U.S. has completed what President Trump touted on Truth Social as “a massive Deal with Japan, perhaps the largest Deal ever made.” Under the trade agreement, Japan’s goods imported in the United States will face a 15% tariff, lower than the 24% proposed in early April and the 25% tariff President Trump proposed earlier this month with effect from August 1. The trade deal now calls for a 15% tariff on Japanese goods imported in the United States. However, President Trump’s additional remarks and assurances that the U.S. and Japan will conclude a joint venture deal for LNG in Alaska was not immediately confirmed by Japan. A Japanese government official at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) told Reuters that the ministry is working to confirm President Trump’s comments. Japanese companies have been considering investments in the $44-billion Alaska LNG project, but so far they have appeared to be concerned that the costs may be too high, considering the cold weather in Alaska and the scale of the pipelines needed to bring the project on stream. Last week, reports emerged that India’s state-controlled natural gas firm GAIL (India) Ltd has started discussions about buying liquefied natural gas from the proposed Alaska LNG project. Energy companies are ready to commit to buying $115 billion worth of LNG from Alaska once President Trump’s pet energy project gets done, the company in charge of the project, Glenfarne, said last month, noting that as many as 50 companies have expressed formal interest. Source: Oilprice.comGhana: Tema Oil Refinery Gets New Board
“Your foremost duty is to get TOR back on stream,” the minister emphasised.
“You must implement bold and strategic actions to return the refinery to profitability. TOR is not just another company; it is a vital national asset,” he added.
The newly appointed Board Chairman, Hon. Nayon Bilijo, expressed appreciation to the President for the confidence reposed in them.
Speaking on behalf of his colleagues, he pledged the commitment of the board to restoring the operations of the refinery in line with government policy and national energy needs.
“We are honoured by this appointment and understand the enormity of the task ahead. We will work with urgency and dedication to revive TOR and make it a viable and efficient institution once more,” he assured Ghanaians.
The board is expected to quickly develop and submit a comprehensive roadmap that addresses the operational challenges of the refinery and lays out a sustainable strategy for the future.
Even before the board assumes post, this portal knows that clean air is blowing as the new managing director is seriously working around to restore the refinery to its former glory.
“We are really happy about the progress of the work done so far. The MD is seriously working,” one of the refinery workers, who has worked in the refinery for more than twenty years, said.
During the previous administration, TOR had six managing directors. Unfortunately, the refinery’s turnaround could not materialise.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com 

