Ghana Signs $350 Million Deal with Ghanergy to Explore Waste-to-Energy Solutions

The Ministry of State in Charge of Special Initiatives has signed a $350 million partnership with Ghanergy to explore waste-to-energy solutions aimed at improving sanitation, supporting electricity generation and advancing President John Dramani Mahama’s 24-hour economy policy.

The partnership is expected to promote the conversion of suitable waste materials into electricity, providing a potential solution to Ghana’s growing waste-management challenges while creating opportunities to strengthen the country’s energy supply.

Dr Rashid Pelpuo, Minister of State in Charge of Special Initiatives, has highlighted the importance of the initiative, describing it as an opportunity to combine environmental protection with economic development.

The proposed project is expected to begin with a facility in the Greater Accra Region, with plans for possible expansion to other parts of the country. Reports indicate that the facility could generate approximately 80 megawatts of electricity from processed waste.

If successfully implemented, the project could help reduce the volume of waste deposited at landfills and improve the management of household refuse. It could also contribute to efforts to address environmental problems associated with indiscriminate waste disposal, including pollution and blocked drainage systems.

The initiative is also expected to support the government’s 24-hour economy agenda by potentially providing additional electricity for businesses and industries that operate beyond conventional working hours. Reliable energy supply is considered important for improving productivity, extending business operations and supporting job creation.

Under the proposed arrangement, effective waste collection, sorting and processing will be essential to ensuring that suitable materials can be converted into energy safely and efficiently.

The partnership will also require appropriate environmental safeguards and coordination with relevant institutions responsible for electricity generation, transmission and distribution.

However, the project’s anticipated benefits will depend on its implementation, financing arrangements, regulatory approvals and the development of the necessary infrastructure.

The reported investment figure also requires clarification, as previous media coverage has cited an estimated project cost of $320 million, compared with the $350 million stated in the partnership announcement.

If delivered as planned, the initiative could represent an important step towards integrating waste management, renewable energy development and economic growth in Ghana.

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