In a significant step towards a sustainable future, Ghana’s Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has unveiled the government’s five-point agenda for achieving a renewable energy transition. Speaking at the Sustainable Energy Policy Dialogue 2025, Jinapor emphasized the need to address the challenges in the energy sector and promote a green energy agenda.
The government’s plan includes establishing a Renewable Energy and Green Transition Fund to support research and development of home-grown green technologies. This fund will also provide financing for initiatives such as solar-powered fishing motors, solar panels for schools and hospitals, and electric vehicle charging systems.
To enhance energy efficiency, the government intends to deploy solar-powered streetlights across the country, reducing the burden on Ghanaians to pay extra for streetlights. Additionally, the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition aims to achieve 90% electricity access across the country by the end of the year, with support from partners like the World Bank and the African Development Bank.
Other key initiatives include the establishment of the Renewable Energy Authority, which will promote investments in energy transition and support research and development of renewable technologies locally. The government has also committed to implementing an open and competitive process for renewable capacity procurement, with the support of the World Bank.
Minister Jinapor underscored the environmental and economic benefits of energy transition, emphasizing that Ghana will sustainably develop all its energy resources to sustain development and create jobs. He invited stakeholders to join hands with the government to achieve the set goals in energy transition. With this comprehensive plan, Ghana is poised to take a significant leap towards a renewable energy future.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
