In a move to strengthen Ghana’s energy sector, the newly inaugurated Board of the Energy Commission has pledged to maintain stringent local content requirements while working to resolve the operational challenges faced by power producers.
The assurance came during a high-level meeting between the Commission and Chief Executives of the nation’s Independent Power Producers (IPPs) held at the National Zero Emission Building (NZEB) in Accra on Wednesday.
Board Chairman, Prof. John Gartchie Gatsi, directly addressed industry concerns, stating that the Commission’s commitment to fairness and transparency would not come at the expense of regulatory standards.
“On local content, we will not lower the bar,” Prof. Gatsi affirmed. He assured the industry leaders that concrete steps are being taken to address the specific challenges they face, signaling a partnership approach under the new Board leadership.
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Prof. Gatsi outlined a broader vision for collaboration, emphasizing the need for stronger ties with key regional and national institutions, including the Energy Regulations and Regional Electricity Regulators Association (ERERA), the West African Power Pool (WAPP), and the Ghana Standards Authority. He stated that the Commission would continue to align its operations to meet the evolving needs of the Ghanaian electricity market.
In a key announcement, Prof. Gatsi revealed the appointment of a Chief Inspector of Electricity. This newly affirmed role is tasked with overseeing compliance and enforcing technical standards across the sector, a move aimed at enhancing safety and reliability.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment from both the Energy Commission and the IPPs to collaborate in building a transparent, sustainable, and resilient energy market that supports Ghana’s long-term development goals.
