The government is stepping up efforts to position Ghana’s public universities as key partners in the country’s energy transition, with plans to expand the use of renewable energy across academic institutions.
Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Jinapor, disclosed this during an engagement with Vice Chancellors of Ghanaian universities aimed at strengthening collaboration between academia and the energy sector.
The discussions centred on how research, innovation and knowledge exchange can be harnessed to support Ghana’s transition to a greener energy system while contributing to broader economic transformation.
A major component of the government’s agenda is the deployment of solar power systems across public universities.
Dr Jinapor said the government intends to provide solar installations for academic facilities, allowing universities to meet part of their electricity requirements through renewable energy.
The initiative is expected to help institutions reduce their reliance on conventional power sources while improving energy efficiency and supporting the development of more sustainable campus infrastructure.
Government also plans to install all-in-one solar-powered streetlights across university campuses.
The move is expected to reduce electricity consumption associated with campus lighting while providing a cleaner and potentially more cost-efficient alternative to conventional street lighting.
Beyond infrastructure, Dr Jinapor stressed the strategic role of universities in Ghana’s energy transformation.
