Electrical energy transition in the context of Ghana

Abstract Background In Ghana, energy transition as a research theme is new. It unclear whether has occurred or not, and if so, in what form. This study sought to find out this Ghana’s electrical sector how using indicators deduced from literature, such change source type, ownership management, greener vehicular transportation. Methods Information on was obtained thematic content analysis of renewable policy documents, reports, newspaper articles information the websites institutions Volta River Authority, Ghana Grid Company Limited, Electricity Northern Distribution Company. Results study, it demonstrated that two structural changes have sector: (1) Transition an exclusively hydro hydro-thermal mix, with thermal constituting about 69% 2020 generation mix; (2) state supplied state-private supply 56% coming private companies. These were motivated by need expand response increasing demand 10–15% per year. The also indicated had attracted attention policy, targets 10% mix 2030 provision 1000 off-grid communities 2030. However, currently constitutes less than 1% mix. Also, there been no heavy reliance fossil for Conclusions concludes its broad sense country’s system however sustainable not occurred. recommended further studies should be conducted why agenda so far only very minimal implementation practice.