The Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) has secured a grant from the French Development Agency (AFD) to conduct a comprehensive grid integration study for the inclusion of nuclear energy in Ghana’s power generation mix. The study will evaluate and guide the necessary grid infrastructure expansions to support nuclear energy as a reliable baseload power source.
According to Executive Director of Nuclear Power Ghana (NPG), Dr. Stephen Yamoah, the study is a major step toward realizing Ghana’s nuclear energy ambitions. The evaluation will inform GRIDCo’s strategic planning and investment in transmission infrastructure to ensure seamless integration of nuclear power.
Ghana is pursuing two nuclear projects—a Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and a Large Reactor—which will be sited at different locations. This approach aims to ensure flexibility and resilience in the deployment of nuclear energy technologies to meet the country’s growing energy needs. The study’s findings will be instrumental in shaping the future of Ghana’s power infrastructure.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
