Saturday 17th August, 2019
By Mildred Siabi-Mensah, GNA
Sekondi, Aug. 17, GNA – The power-ship,
christened “Karpowership” which was based at the Tema port has
berthed safely at the Sekondi Naval Base.
The successful berthing of the ship would
enable operators and engineers to begin the process of connecting pipes, wires
and cables that would ensure the flow of energy (direct gas supply from the
Ghana Gas Company) to generate more electricity for use by homes and
industries.
Dr Steve Manteaw, an expert in the oil and
gas industry, said the relocation was a laudable idea that may go a long way to
reduce energy tariffs in the country and create more jobs for the local
economy.
He was of the conviction that the relocation
would translate into savings in the fuel consumption of the giant power ship
and by prudent management systems save the country lots of revenue.
Dr Manteaw said “I believe that in the
next tariff review, we may see some good savings which will translate into
reduced electricity tariffs”.
Experts say powering the 470 megawatts power
giant with gas as against heavy crude oil would ensure economy of scale and
safe the country’s purse.
Meanwhile, some residents the GNA spoke with
expressed their happiness about the relocation especially one that has the
potential to reduce electricity tariffs and create some jobs among the populace
GNA
