The Energy Commission has hosted its second Board and Stakeholders Engagement in Accra, for over 40 participants from Ghana’s renewable energy sector.
Chaired by the Board Chairman, Prof. John Gartchie Gatsi, the session focused on strengthening collaboration, improving compliance, and addressing key industry concerns.
Prof. Gatsi emphasized the importance of timely license renewals, proper labeling of imported equipment, and adherence to the Hazardous and Electronic Waste Control and Management Act, 2016 (Act 917).
“We will continue to organize sensitization programmes to ensure no one is left behind,” he assured.
The meeting also highlighted plans to launch a digital portal for online license applications and monitoring, aimed at enhancing efficiency and transparency.
Stakeholders engaged the Commission with varied questions on issues such as net metering, license categorization, local content, and dispute resolution.
Suggestions included extending license renewal periods and introducing solar-powered water pumps to support rural development.
The Acting Executive Secretary, Mrs. Eunice Biritwum, along with the Heads of Legal and Renewable Energy Regulation, responded to all concerns and reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to supporting industry growth through collaboration and continuous education.
The engagement ended on a positive note, with renewed commitment from the Commission and stakeholders to build a compliant, transparent, and sustainable renewable energy sector for Ghana.
Source: MyJoyOnline
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