The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has announced the launch of a major renewable energy initiative aimed at extending clean energy access to thousands of Ghanaians, particularly those in remote and island communities. Giving an update on the performance of the energy sector on Wednesday, July 16, the minister revealed that the government officially launched the Ghana Scaling Up Renewable Energy Programme, known as STRIP, on May 30, 2025. “The ministry has launched the Ghana Scaling Up Renewable Energy Programme, known as STRIP, and we did it on 30th May 2025. This project is funded with an 85 million grant from the African Development Bank, Climate Investment Fund, SECO, and the Government of Ghana,” Jinapor stated.
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 outlined.
The $85 million initiative is part of the government’s broader agenda to transition Ghana to cleaner, more sustainable sources of energy while reducing dependence on fossil fuels. By targeting rural and island communities, the project also seeks to address long-standing energy inequality and support inclusive development.
By: Patricia Boakye
