The plant has the capacity to build about 200 e-bikes per month. The e-bikes were designed to suit Ghana’s infrastructure and road conditions. Additionally, to further support drivers making the transition to EV, the company offers a payment plan to offset charges.

In Ghana, the populace grapples with two major electricity-related challenges that significantly impact their daily lives and economic activities: the high cost of electricity and the persistent issue of dumsor (a local term for power outages). The repercussions on the livelihood of Ghanaians are profound.

Technical equipment used in healthcare facilities is very sensitive. This is why planning a solar PV system requires an overview of the highest energy consumption during a day, the so-called load peaks. If these are not covered by the energy supply, instruments can be damaged, which can result in disrupted health services.

The government and private sector players have been urged to enhance support systems for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana’s green ecosystem to engender scaling up of their operations. The observation was made at a ceremony to mark the end of a four-year €20 million grant project – the GrEEn incubation project, in Accra.

Puma Energy’s LPG strategy for the sub-Saharan Africa region is to ensure availability, accessibility and affordability. This involves centralising supply management; setting up mobile cylinder-filling plants managed by local communities to bring the LPG closer to users; and working with regulators to allow consumers to buy LPG in small quantities.

The Ministry of Energy of Ghana invites sealed bids from eligible bidders to tender to supply, deliver and install climate-proof public solar home systems for off-grid communities in Ghana. Deadline: 14 March 2024 at 10am (GMT)

Kofa has announced plans to launch the Kore 2 Swap & Go network, marking the arrival of Africa’s pioneering multi-use, swappable battery platform. The Kofa Swap & Go system, built on affordable, renewable energy, is a customer-centric grid consisting of portable batteries and swap stations enabling immediate access to a fully-charged battery.

Elderly rural women, supported by UNDP Global Environment Facility Small Grant Programme, are electrifying off-grid communities in the Upper West region of Ghana.

The increased cost might push more households into energy poverty, where a significant portion of their income is spent on energy bills, leading to tough choices between electricity and other necessities. Elevated tariffs can exacerbate energy poverty, where a significant portion of the population cannot afford adequate energy services.