Ghana Energy Storage Industrial Park

Why is the energy sector a problem in Ghana?

Long delays in payments to power producers are a significant concern in the sector as the government pays for the subsidy from the national budget. Debt within the energy sector, coupled with the high cost of power in Ghana, creates a brake on Ghana’s economic development.

What type of energy does Ghana use?

Ghana’s thermal power generation is fueled largely by natural gas, but occasionally uses light crude oil and diesel. Ghana exports power to Togo, Benin, and Burkina Faso. The Government of Ghana remains heavily involved in the energy sector, with state entities having a controlling presence in the value chain.

Who controls electricity distribution in Ghana?

The final leg, distribution, is mainly controlled by the state-owned entities Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCO). A private entity, Enclave Power Company, plays a minor role in the distribution chain.

Why is Ghana's energy sector in debt?

Ghana’s energy sector has significant debt because of years of accumulated financial shortfalls from power pricing that does not recover full cost, although residential and business electricity consumers consider tariffs to be high.

How much electricity does Ghana use in 2025?

In 2025, projected electricity consumption is estimated to reach 25,836 GWh, representing a 4.7% increase in demand year-on-year. Hydro, thermal, and renewables constitute Ghana’s electricity generation mix. Installed generation capacity, excluding embedded capacity as of November 2024, was 5,260 MW, with a total dependable capacity of 4,856 MW.

What is Ghana's Electricity generation mix?

Hydro, thermal, and renewables constitute Ghana’s electricity generation mix. Installed generation capacity, excluding embedded capacity as of November 2024, was 5,260 MW, with a total dependable capacity of 4,856 MW. Thermal generation accounts for 66% of Ghana’s power generation, and hydro account for 33%.