Energy Ministry Proposes Electric Vehicles for Ministers as Ghana Accelerates Green Mobility Agenda

In a push to make Ghana’s public sector transport more green, the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition is set to present a Cabinet proposal for the procurement of electric vehicles (EVs) for all ministers operating within the Accra metropolis.

The plan, which aligns with the government’s broader energy transition and climate goals, is expected to reduce fuel costs, curb pollution, and showcase leadership in sustainable mobility.

Announcing the proposal during the commissioning of a new 60kW solar-powered EV charging station by the Energy Commission, Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor said the transition to EVs “is both an environmental decision and an economic one.”

“Transitioning to EVs is both an environmental decision and an economic one. Electric buses and vehicles generally have lower operating costs than traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles. This implies long-term savings for transport operators, reduced fares for commuters, and less exposure to volatile fuel import markets.”  he said.

According to the proposal, the EV initiative will start with ministers but is expected to be extended to other government officials over time. The vehicles will operate within Accra as a pilot phase before further rollout, with projected benefits including lower operational costs, reduced reliance on fossil fuel imports, and support for Ghana’s emissions reduction commitments.

Charging Into a New Era of Mobility

The newly commissioned EV charging station, located at the Energy Commission, is powered by solar energy and is part of the agency’s Drive Electric Initiative (DEI), which seeks to accelerate EV adoption nationwide.

The station serves as both a symbolic and practical milestone in Ghana’s green transport journey, showcasing innovation in public infrastructure powered by renewable energy.

Since 2021, the Commission has hosted Ghana’s first E-Mobility Conference, launched public EV forums, and published a baseline study on electric vehicle adoption. A Market Opportunity Study on Charging Infrastructure has also been completed, aimed at guiding investment and regulatory planning for the emerging EV ecosystem.

A Draft Regulation for EV Charging Stations and Battery Swap Systems is currently under review, setting the stage for a formal and standardised roll-out of EV infrastructure across Ghana.

Partnership for Progress

Acting Executive Secretary of the Energy Commission, Eunice Biritwum, emphasised the collaborative approach underpinning the EV transition.

“The initiative represents a significant milestone in our commitment to clean energy and sustainable transport,” she said.

The Commission is working closely with the Ministry of Transport, private investors, and international partners to scale up electric mobility infrastructure and fleet deployment across both public and private sectors.

Read More