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Ghana and EU Strengthen Partnership on Energy Transition, Climate Action, and Sustainable Development

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Ghana is actively working towards a diversified energy mix, incorporating solar, wind, green hydrogen, and potentially nuclear power, to achieve a net-zero emissions goal by 2060. President John Dramani Mahama emphasized the importance of international cooperation and financial support through the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) to accelerate the country's transition away from fossil fuels. The EU-EU partnership aims to ensure a just and equitable shift for affected communities and workers.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ghana is leveraging the EU-supported Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) to scale up solar, wind, and green hydrogen financing, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060.
  • The country is pursuing a diversified mix of renewable energy, natural gas, and potentially nuclear power to ensure energy security while reducing carbon footprint.
  • Ghana is positioning itself as a center for electric vehicle assembly and battery manufacturing in West Africa, utilizing its rich lithium and graphite deposits.
  • The EU's backing for Ghana's Sustainable Cities Programme has transformed regional capitals into innovative, inclusive, and climate-resilient urban spaces, amounting to £14.7 million.
  • Ghana has issued the first FLEGT (Forest Law Enforcement Governance and Trade License) in Africa, reinforcing its legal and sustainable forestry leadership.
  • The country is finalizing co-traceability mechanisms and reforming the Fisheries Act to lift the EU Yellow Card and achieve sustainable trade, environmental stewardship, and compliance with international standards.
  • President Mahama called for urgent reform of the global order, including an equitable financial framework, and a more just and representative international system.
  • Ghana and the EU are committed to effective multilateralism and a rules-based international order, with Ghana playing a constructive role at the UN Security Council.

Statistics:

  • Ghana aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060.
  • The country is investing in a diversified energy mix, including solar, wind, green hydrogen, and potentially nuclear power.
  • Ghana has rich lithium and graphite deposits, positioning itself as a center for electric vehicle assembly and battery manufacturing in West Africa.
  • The EU's Sustainable Cities Programme has invested £14.7 million in regional capitals, transforming them into innovative, inclusive, and climate-resilient urban spaces.
  • Ghana has issued the first FLEGT (Forest Law Enforcement Governance and Trade License) in Africa.

Sources:

  • Ghana News Agency. President Mahama highlights Ghana's commitment to Paris Agreement. 17 Jun 2025.
  • Ghana News Agency. President Mahama reaffirms Ghana's commitment to Just Energy Transition. 17 Jun 2025.
  • Ghana News Agency. EU Ambassador highlights Ghana-EU partnership on climate action and green growth. 17 Jun 2025.

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