Govt launches $85m renewable energy project for remote areas – Energy Minister

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has revealed the launch of a major renewable energy initiative focused on expanding clean energy access to Ghanaians, especially those in remote communities.

Taking his turn at the “Government Accountability Series” of the energy sector on Wednesday, July 18, Mr. Jinapor announced that the initiative was formally launched on May 30, 2025.

The initiative is dubbed the “Ghana Scaling Up Renewable Energy Programme,” known as STRIP.

According to him, the project is funded with an $85 million grant from the African Development Bank, Climate Investment Fund, SECO, and the Government of Ghana.

He explained that the STRIP project will roll out a wide range of solar-powered infrastructure across the country, targeting underserved communities.

“The project aims to deploy 12,000 NEC meters solar PV systems across homes, construct 35 mini grids to supply electricity to 70,000 people and 47 island communities, and ensure that we supply 1,450 solar home systems for off-grid households and public facilities,” he said.

According to him, by targeting rural and island communities, the project also seeks to address long-standing energy inequality and support inclusive development.