By Edward Acquah, GNA
Accra, May 13, GNA – The Ghana Energy Transition Consortium has identified inadequate funding as a major obstacle to implementing a just and sustainable energy transition in Ghana.
The consortium, comprising civil society organisations such as Bantu for Development, Dream Renewables and Green Faith Ghana, shared impact stories and best practices from their activities at a stakeholder meeting in Accra.
Mr Chibezi Ezekiel, Executive Coordinator of the Strategic Youth Network for Development and Convener of the consortium, said Ghana had made significant progress in establishing an enabling policy environment for energy transition, including regulatory measures to attract private sector participation.
“We have made progress as a country in establishing the right frameworks, but increased funding is essential to accelerate implementation and scale impact,” he said.
Mr Ezekiel called for enhanced technical support, stronger collaboration and increased investment to help translate Ghana’s energy transition policies into practical outcomes.
He said youth inclusion and job creation must remain central to the country’s energy transition agenda.
“The transition must translate into real opportunities for young people. It is about jobs, innovation, and building a resilient economy,” he said.
Participants urged stakeholders to prioritise implementation to ensure that energy transition strategies delivered measurable benefits to communities and contributed to sustainable development goals.
The meeting formed part of ongoing efforts by the consortium to strengthen collaboration among civil society organisations and reinforce their role in Ghana’s energy transition process beyond advocacy and accountability.
GNA
Edited by Kenneth Sackey
Reporter: Edward Acquah
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