$182 million plan launched to cut energy losses in Ghana's public institutions

Ghana has initiated a comprehensive $182 million strategic plan to boost energy efficiency and curb electricity consumption within its public institutions. The Public Facilities Energy Sustainability Action Plan (PF-SEAP) was launched in Accra on Friday, aiming to bolster the financial health of the energy sector.

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The Public Facilities Energy Sustainability Action Plan (PF-SEAP) is expected to enhance financial sustainability in the energy sector through improved revenue mobilisation, efficient energy management and the adoption of renewable energy solutions in Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), which are among the largest consumers of electricity in the country.

The plan focuses on improving revenue mobilization, implementing efficient energy management practices, and integrating renewable energy solutions across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). These institutions are identified as major electricity consumers in the country. The Energy Commission is spearheading the initiative with crucial support from the German Development Cooperation (GIZ).

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public institutions remained one of the largest consumers of electricity in Ghana, making reforms necessary to promote discipline, accountability and sustainability in the energy sector.

Deputy Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan-Mensah, emphasized that the PF-SEAP provides a vital roadmap for enhancing energy efficiency and lowering operational energy expenses in public facilities. He noted that reforms are essential given the significant electricity usage by public institutions, promoting discipline and sustainability within the sector. Measures already in place include migrating public institutions to prepaid metering systems and disconnecting non-paying offices.

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reducing wasteful energy consumption would free resources for critical sectors such as health, education and infrastructure.

Adwoa Serwaa Bondzie, Acting Executive Secretary of the Energy Commission, described the plan as the start of a coordinated national effort. She highlighted that reducing energy waste would free up resources for critical sectors like health, education, and infrastructure. The PF-SEAP is viewed not just as an energy program but as an economic, environmental, and fiscal intervention designed to support national development and improve public resource management. The commission plans to intensify public education and expand discussions on energy efficiency across the country.

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the initiative was not only an energy programme but also an economic, environmental and fiscal intervention aimed at supporting national development and improving the management of public resources.