Energy Commission of Ghana

Local Content and Local Participation in Ghana’s Power Sector : Under L.I. 2354, companies operating in generation, transmission, distribution, and related services are required to:
1. Prioritise qualified Ghanaians for employment across all levels
2. Implement training and succession plans to develop Ghanaian expertise and reduce reliance on expatriates over time
This ensures that foreign expertise contributes to building local capacity and long-term national skills development.

Local Content and Local Participation: Ghana's power sector belongs to Ghanaians; jobs, contracts, and ownership. L.I. 2354 puts the Ghanaian first.
Power Ghana, by Ghanaians, for Ghanaians.

Energy Commission and GIZ Launch PF-SEAP Programme

The Energy Commission of Ghana, in partnership with GIZ, has launched the Public Facility Sustainable Energy Action Plan (PF-SEAP) Programme to promote the adoption of renewable energy, reduce waste, and cut carbon emissions across public institutions. Acting Executive Secretary Adwoa Serwaa Bondzie described the initiative as a strategic national effort aligned with Ghana’s energy transition goals and international climate commitments.

The programme offers compelling financial and environmental returns. A GH₵10 million investment in technologies including LED lighting, improved cooling systems, and rooftop solar panels is projected to yield approximately GH₵29 million in total benefits through electricity savings, reduced maintenance costs, and extended equipment lifespans, as highlighted by Johanna Klotz, Head of Cooperation at the German Embassy.

Board Chairman Prof. John Gartchie Gatsi called the PF-SEAP a game-changer for embedding energy efficiency in public infrastructure, while the Deputy Minister for Energy, Richard Gyan-Mensah, linked it to Ghana’s industrial growth and 24-hour economy agenda. A key outcome of the launch was the formation of the PF-SEAP Institutional Technical Committee, comprising representatives from key Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, technical bodies, and partner organisations, to oversee coordination and accountability.

From the Board, Management and Staff of the Energy Commission, we extend our warmest greetings to all Muslims in Ghana and around the world as you celebrate Eid al-Adha.

May this Eid bring peace, joy and prosperity to you and your family.
Eid Mubarak

Energy Commission Takes Energy Efficiency Drive to Volta Region Schools

The Energy Commission has rolled out its 2026 Energy Efficiency Awareness Creation Programme in the Volta Region, conducting a five-day exercise across four institutions: Dabala SHS, Adidome SHS, Mawuko Girls SHS, and Ho Technical University. Training sessions covered responsible electricity use and the benefits of energy conservation, while on-site energy audits were conducted at the three Senior High Schools to assess usage patterns and identify opportunities for improvement.

The Commission also made follow-up visits to four schools that participated in a similar programme in 2024: St. Catherine SHS, Abor SHS, Mawuli SHS, and Ola Girls SHS. The visits were to evaluate progress and provide continued support to the schools. Officials from the Energy Commission engaged headteachers and senior staff to review the uptake of previously recommended energy-saving measures.

The programme is part of the Commission’s national strategy to cut energy consumption in public institutions, with schools prioritised for their high electricity use and their role in shaping conservation habits among Ghana’s youth. By the end of the exercise, a total of 408 staff and students had been trained, with plans to extend the campaign to more regions in later phases of the 2026 programme.

Energy Commission Champions Clean Energy Transition

The Energy Commission of Ghana has reinforced its commitment to a clean energy future by taking a prominent role at the Sustainable Energy B2B Expo 2026, organised by the Association of Ghana Industries Energy Service Centre (AGI-ESC) under the theme "Powering Industry Through Sustainable Energy."
The event brought together policymakers, industry leaders, development partners, innovators, and private-sector stakeholders to map practical pathways toward Ghana's sustainable energy future.
The Deputy Executive Secretary, Mr Chris Yalley, reaffirmed the Energy Commission’s commitment to driving Ghana’s clean energy transition through strategic partnerships, innovation and regulatory leadership.
In his remarks, he highlighted key initiatives being undertaken by the Commission, including the development of an Energy Performance Certification framework for buildings, progress on Electric Vehicle Charging Regulations, and the implementation of the Net Metering Programme, which will empower consumers to generate electricity through rooftop solar systems and feed surplus electricity back into the national grid. The initiative is expected to democratise energy generation and reduce pressure on the national grid.
Mr Yalley also shared updates on the Commission’s efforts to strengthen Ghana’s sustainable energy ecosystem through skills development, renewable energy deployment and the upcoming Public Facility Sustainable Energy Action Plan (PF-SEAP), aimed at accelerating energy efficiency and clean energy adoption within public institutions.
The Sustainable Energy B2B Expo served as an important platform for dialogue, partnerships, and investment opportunities that will help shape a cleaner, more resilient, and energy-secure future for Ghana.
Together, we can power Ghana’s future sustainably.

Energy Commission Pushes for More Female Electricians in the Electrical Wiring Profession

The Deputy Executive Secretary of the Energy Commission, Mr. Chris Nanabanyin Yalley, has called for a deliberate push to increase female participation in Ghana's electrical wiring profession, describing the sector as still heavily male-dominated.

Mr. Yalley made the call during an official visit to the Accra Technical Training Centre (ATTC), where he observed the ongoing May/June 2026 Electrical Wiring Professionals Examination being conducted nationwide by the Commission. The visit was part of the Commission's commitment to ensuring quality, professionalism, and integrity in the electrical wiring certification process.

During the visit, Mr. Yalley toured both the interview and practical examination sessions, gaining firsthand experience of the examination procedures and interacting with candidates and officials overseeing the exercise.

Addressing those present, he highlighted a female electrician apprentice support programme being championed by the Acting Executive Secretary of the Energy Commission, Ms. Adwoa Serwaa Bonzie, which aims to encourage and support more women to pursue careers in electrical installation and related technical fields. He noted that the low number of female candidates participating in the current examinations at the Accra centre underscores the urgency for targeted interventions.

Mr. Yalley called on corporate institutions, development partners, and industry stakeholders to collaborate with the Commission by sponsoring female electrician apprentices through training and certification programmes. He stressed that increasing female representation in the electrical industry would not only promote inclusivity and gender empowerment but also contribute to national skills development and the growth of Ghana's energy sector.

The Electrical Wiring Professionals Examination is being conducted simultaneously at four centres across the country: Accra, Takoradi, Kumasi, and Tamale, as part of the Energy Commission's mandate to uphold professional competence, safety standards, and excellence within Ghana's electrical wiring industry.