- The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to expanding Ghana’s renewable energy portfolio.
- The Director of Renewable Energy at the Ministry, Ing. Seth Mahu, commended the progress made so far, describing the Enertrag Ghana project as a top-tier initiative that aligns with the country’s medium-term energy development goals.
The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to expanding Ghana’s renewable energy portfolio, positioning the Enertrag Ghana project as a strategic cornerstone in the country’s shift towards a more sustainable energy future.
At a stakeholder engagement meeting held in Accra, the Ministry, alongside key power sector players including the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), GRIDCo, and the Energy Commission, discussed the status and prospects of the Enertrag Ghana initiative, led by European renewable energy giant Enertrag.
Eric Yankah, Country Manager of Enertrag Ghana, noted during his presentation that the company, which boasts over 30 years of experience in the global renewable market, is proud to contribute to Ghana’s decarbonisation journey. “We are committed to producing clean, reliable energy and to helping shape Ghana’s energy future,” he said.
The Director of Renewable Energy at the Ministry, Ing. Seth Mahu, commended the progress made so far, describing the Enertrag Ghana project as a top-tier initiative that aligns with the country’s medium-term energy development goals.
“This project is one of the most strategic renewable energy initiatives we anticipate integrating into the national power mix by 2030,” Ing. Mahu said.
He revealed that the project has already been incorporated into the Ministry’s latest five-year strategic energy plan and described it as a high-priority undertaking.
Ing. Mahu further disclosed that the Ministry is considering an upward revision of its renewable energy targets, aiming to double its current commitment under the Ghana Renewable Energy Master Plan to reach 2,000 megawatts of installed renewable energy capacity by 2030.
He also pointed to recent efforts to secure funding from Germany’s KfW Development Bank for the Accra–Kumasi transmission line upgrade, emphasising its critical role in strengthening the country’s energy corridor for future renewable energy integration.
Commenting on Enertrag’s projected timeline to deliver its first power by 2027, Ing. Mahu acknowledged the challenges but reaffirmed the Ministry’s readiness to provide the necessary support.
“We are at a critical stage in our energy development, and collaboration with the private sector is essential to meet growing demand, especially with industrialisation policies such as the 24-Hour Economy and the upcoming Renewable City project,” he added.
In response, the Electricity Company of Ghana pledged stronger collaboration with the Ministry and called for regular engagement and transparent information-sharing to ensure the seamless integration of new renewable energy sources into the national grid.
The ECG further urged prospective investors in the renewable energy space to initiate grid impact studies early in the process, stressing the importance of aligning new projects with existing power infrastructure.
GRIDCo, ECG, the Energy Commission, and development partners were all encouraged to adopt an “open-book” approach and work collectively under the Ministry’s leadership to ensure a coordinated and sustainable energy transition.
As Ghana accelerates its push towards a low-carbon, reliable energy future, the Enertrag Ghana project stands as a symbol of innovation, partnership, and the country’s growing ambition to lead in renewable energy deployment across the West African sub-region.