President Hakainde Hichilema has launched construction of a 250-megawatt solar power plant and a 150 MW/600 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Chongwe District.The solar project, to be situated at Kyindu Ranch along Leopards Hill Road, will be constructed by Globeleq in partnership with ZESCO Limited.President Hichilema said the US$350 million project is a …
GRIDCo has successfully installed and commissioned a new 120/145MVA Siemens Energy power transformer at the Afienya Substation. This milestone project marks a significant upgrade from the previous 66MVA transformer, effectively more than doubling the station’s capacity and positioning the grid to meet increasing load demands across Accra, Dawhenya, and surrounding communities. According to Ing. Dr. …
– Vivo Energy Ghana PLC, the exclusive distributor and marketer of Shell-branded fuels and lubricants has successfully hosted the ShePower Summit 2026 at the College of Engineering, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), bringing together over 500 students, academia, and industry leaders to inspire and empower the next generation of female engineers and …
A group of students in Uganda has developed an innovative solar-powered tent that folds into a backpack, offering a portable shelter and energy solution for people without stable housing. The lightweight tents are designed with flexible solar panels embedded in the fabric. During the day, the panels capture sunlight and store the energy in small …
A near pristine desert and coastal wilderness in Namibia could soon host a huge hydrogen production facility, raising hopes for jobs but also fears for the unique plant and animal life of the region, such as rare succulents and endangered African penguins. It is part of the government's plan to become a green hydrogen superpower, …
Management of the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo), led by Chief Executive Ing. Mark Baah, has paid a working visit to Genser Energy’s Prestea Gas Conditioning Plant as part of efforts to deepen collaboration within Ghana’s energy sector. The visit enabled the GRIDCo team to gain first-hand insight into Genser’s expanding operations and ongoing developments at …
An Indonesian court has jailed nine people in a major corruption case involving subsidiaries of state energy firm Pertamina, including two former chief executives of its units. Prosecutors say the case caused an estimated $17 billion in state losses. The case centres on the alleged illegal leasing of a fuel terminal and unlawful imports of …
Compliance with electrical safety standards is no longer optional in Ghana’s electrical cable market, the Energy Commission has declared, as it intensifies enforcement under new regulations aimed at eliminating substandard products and protecting consumers. Acting Executive Secretary of the Commission, Adwoa Serwaa Bondzie, said strict oversight of the manufacture, importation, distribution, sale, and use of …
This recent statement by the ECG PRO claiming that Ghanaians are paying more because they are “purchasing lots of appliances during discounted sales” isn’t just a PR blunder; it’s an insult to every hardworking Ghanaian. Since the ECG wants to talk about “consumption,” let’s hold up a mirror and look at the real numbers they …
Ghana's Energy Commission has commenced a two-day board meeting in Ho to review the Draft Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Infrastructure and Battery Swap Systems Regulation. The meeting marks a significant step in Ghana’s efforts to establish the necessary legal and regulatory framework for the growing EV sector. Participants include the Board Chairman, Board Members, the …
