The Government of Ghana is preparing to introduce a competitive procurement process aimed at accelerating solar power generation in the country.
This initiative was announced by Richard Gyan Mensah, Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, during a stakeholder forum held in Accra. The event, jointly organized by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ghana Commercial Bank, and Text Gen, brought together energy sector players and third-party vendors.
According to the Deputy Minister, the upcoming bidding process is part of the government’s broader efforts to promote clean and affordable electricity. He emphasized that solar power presents a cost-effective alternative to thermal energy, making it an essential component of the country’s transition to a more sustainable energy mix.
“We will soon roll out a competitive procurement framework to attract solar power producers. This is not an open call for anyone with solar interests. We are aiming for structured participation that prioritizes quality and competitive pricing,” Gyan Mensah said.
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Procurement process
The procurement process is expected to invite credible investors capable of delivering viable solar energy projects. Officials say the structured approach is designed to secure cost-effective solutions while ensuring high standards in power generation and delivery.
This move comes in the wake of the government’s rebranding of the Ministry of Energy to the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, an indication of its commitment to renewable energy and environmental sustainability. Gyan Mensah noted that solar energy plays a vital role in reducing electricity costs and meeting Ghana’s clean energy targets.
Industry stakeholders have welcomed the announcement, expressing optimism that the competitive model will unlock investment and drive innovation in the renewable energy sector. Detailed guidelines for the bidding process are expected to be released in the coming weeks.
