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Will natural gas be part of Ghana's energy mix in 2022?

Speaking at the 2022 Ghana International Petroleum Conference (GhIPCon) in Accra in September 2022, Vice President Dr Mahumudu Bawumia said natural gas would continue to be part of Ghana’s energy mix in the short term as the country takes steps to fully transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy by 2070.

What is Ghana's Energy Transition Plan?

Scope of framework Ghana’s energy transition plan identifies energy and transportation sectors as key areas in reducing emissions. The country is also envisaging future investments in renewable energy by exploiting and adding value to its green energy resources such as lithium, which has become an essential commodity in the electric vehicle market.

How is Ghana implementing the energy transition framework?

The implementation of Ghana’s energy transition framework commenced with the establishment of the National Energy Transition Implementation Committee, and the National Energy Transition Coordinating Office to drive the implementation of the plan.

Why is solar energy important in Ghana?

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.

Can Ghana decarbonise the energy sector?

By Edward Acquah Accra, May 27, GNA- As the world races to transition from fossil fuel to renewable energy, Ghana has developed a National Energy Transition Framework (2022-2070) to decarbonise the energy sector to help achieve net zero targets as part of commitments under the Paris Agreement.

What will Ghana do in 2040?

By 2040, Ghana intends to scale up nuclear power in the electricity generation mix; adopt carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS) for electricity generation, Oil and Gas and Industries; introduce sustainable aviation fuel (Biofuel for aviation kerosene), and phase out fossil liquid fuel for electricity generation.