Wind energy also holds untapped potential, particularly along Ghana's coastal regions, where wind speeds are favorable for electricity generation. Integrating wind power, solar, and battery storage solutions to complement the thermal plants could provide a stable and reliable energy supply for the country.
This underscores the urgency of diversifying Ghana's energy mix. Ghana is uniquely positioned to harness its abundant renewable energy resources, including solar, wind, hydro, and biomass. These resources, if fully exploited, could not only satisfy domestic energy needs but also position the country as a renewable energy leader in West Africa.
Ghana's national electricity access rate sits at 86.63% of the population, with 50% of rural populations and 91% of urban populations connected to the grid. Historically, challenges have included significant debt in across the energy sector, excess gas supply, overgeneration of power, and high costs to power generation.
Solar energy is at the forefront of Ghana's renewable energy expansion. The government has implemented policies to encourage the adoption of solar technologies, resulting in the growth of solar farms and rooftop installations. The Navrongo Solar Power Project, a 2.5 MW solar plant in northern Ghana, exemplifies this progress.
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“ Investing in solar technology and expanding access, Ghana is setting a benchmark for other African nations striving for energy independence and sustainability”, he noted.
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