The Greater Accra East Regional Office of Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has held a stakeholder engagement for Fuel Service Stations and LPG Retail Outlets in Tema and its environs.
The session focused on the new Environmental Protection Act, 2025 (Act 1124), permit compliance, and practical environmental, health, and safety measures.
Key issues discussed included spill prevention, waste oil management, air emissions, PPE requirements, and LPG safety systems. Operators were reminded to renew permits on time, use only licensed waste contractors, and ensure full staff training.
The engagement reinforced EPA’s commitment to collaboration, compliance, and continuous environmental education within the energy sector.
About EPA
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is Ghana’s leading public institution mandated to protect and enhance the environment. Its core responsibility is to ensure that the nation’s air, land and water resources are sustainably managed for the benefit of present and future generations.
With over 30 years of operational experience, the EPA implements government environmental policies, regulates and monitors businesses, and enforces compliance with environmental standards across the country. The Authority also responds to environmental emergencies, including pollution incidents, to safeguard public health and ecosystems.
Operating through a network of offices nationwide, the EPA works closely with stakeholders to promote environmental stewardship and sustainable development.
