The Energy Commission of Ghana has announced plans to monitor licensed electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and the country's charging infrastructure. This move is aimed at collecting data to understand the impact of EVs on the electricity network. According to Executive Secretary Adwoa Serwaa Bondzie, the Commission is working with the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition to develop a Country-Level EV Charging System Management Platform.
The platform will provide national visibility over Ghana's charging infrastructure, enabling the Commission to monitor licensed charging stations, energy consumption, faults, outages, and geographical coverage. This data will support better planning by the Commission and utilities. Bondzie made these remarks at the graduation ceremony of 884 electricians who completed the Energy Commission's 25th Electrical Wiring Certification.
A total of 1,036 candidates sat for the May/June 2026 Electrical Wiring Certification Examination, with 884 successful candidates, representing an 85% pass rate. Since the inception of the program, 19,442 professionals have been certified by the Commission and its partners. Bondzie advised the graduates to maintain high standards in their practice, emphasizing the practical implications of the transformation in the energy sector.
Board Chairman of the Commission, Professor John Gatsi, commended the Energy Commission for its commitment to upholding high standards and quality in electrification. He urged the graduates to capitalize on the opportunities presented in the green revolution to empower themselves. The government policy targets 35% electric vehicle penetration by 2035 and an end to new petrol and diesel imports by 2045.
Professor Gatsi also emphasized that each electric vehicle needs a charge point that can handle a sustained load for several hours on domestic circuits. He encouraged the graduates to use the opportunities presented in the green revolution to empower themselves. The theme of the event was "Setting the Standard: Powering Ghana's Future — EV, Solar, and Beyond".
The Energy Commission's initiative is a significant step towards ensuring a well-regulated EV charging infrastructure in Ghana. The Commission's efforts align with the government's policy goals for the energy sector. By monitoring EV charging stations, the Commission can identify areas for improvement and optimize the charging infrastructure.
The development of the Country-Level EV Charging System Management Platform is a collaborative effort between the Energy Commission and the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition. The platform will provide valuable insights into the impact of EVs on Ghana's electricity network, enabling informed decision-making and planning. The Energy Commission's commitment to upholding high standards in the energy sector is evident in its certification program for electricians.
Key points
- The Energy Commission will monitor licensed EV charging stations and energy consumption to understand the impact of EVs on Ghana's electricity network.
- A Country-Level EV Charging System Management Platform will be developed to provide national visibility over Ghana's charging infrastructure.
- The government targets 35% electric vehicle penetration by 2035 and an end to new petrol and diesel imports by 2045.
