The update led by the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition (MoEnGT) is in strong collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology (MEST), with support from United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) under the ‘Climate Promise – Pledge to Impact initiative’.

In July 2025, a National Taskforce was established, comprising sector experts from the MoEnGT as chair, MEST, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Environmental Protection Authority, Energy Commission, Association of Ghana Solar Industry, and the Renewable Energy Association of Ghana. Following the first National Taskforce review meeting held early September, a second review meeting was convened in Koforidua from 11^th to 13^th September 2025.

The Taskforce is expected to ensure strong technical and policy guidance, promote gender-responsive and inclusive planning, and ensure effective stakeholder engagement, thereby strengthening the foundation for Ghana’s green transition pathway. Once updated, the Renewable Energy Masterplan will accelerate the shift toward a green economy by embedding gender-responsive approaches and ensuring the transition is both timely and inclusive. This update reflects Ghana’s commitment to aligning national energy planning with global climate goals, while actively ensuring all segments of society benefit from the renewable energy transition.

Ing. Seth Mahu, Director for Renewable Energy and Green Transition at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, and Chair of the Taskforce, emphasized the importance of UNDP’s role in Ghana’s renewable energy journey:

“We are grateful to UNDP for the support in the initial project, which led to the Development of the Renewable Energy Masterplan, which became effective in 2019.”

He explained that reviewing the Masterplan every five years is critical to ensure its relevance and effectiveness. “Everything around the plan is dynamic; nothing is static. The economy is growing, and energy demand is rising. There is a shift in global energy architecture, and we think it is important for us to ensure that we review the plan to reflect what is happening globally,” he noted.

According to him, the review also provides an opportunity to take stock of progress made so far, check consistency in implementation and whether targets are on track to be achieved. Adjustments will be made where necessary to strengthen delivery.

The review process is also timely, given global conversations on energy transition following on from COP26 in Glasgow, as well as Ghana’s expanded mandate under the newly established Ministry of Energy and Green Transition.

Speaking on UNDP’s support to the review and update of Ghana’s Renewable Energy Masterplan (REMP), Dr. Abdul-Razak Saeed, Head of Environment and Climate at UNDP Ghana, emphasized the strategic importance of the process. He noted, “This update aligns with Ghana’s preparation of its third generation Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). It presents a critical opportunity for the REMP to integrate concrete actions that contribute to national emission reduction targets, particularly within the energy sector, as will be outlined in the revised NDC. By doing so, it ensures that Ghana’s energy transition is not only ambitious but also aligned with its climate commitments and inclusive development goals.”

The Taskforce is examining national, regional, continental, and global policy documents to ensure the updated plan aligns with broader energy and climate goals. Following its technical review, the team will engage civil society organizations, power utility providers, academia, financial institutions, and other stakeholders to enrich the process before presenting the final document to the Minister for cabinet approval.

As Ghana advances its energy transition agenda, the updated Renewable Energy Masterplan is set to serve as a blueprint for a clean, inclusive, and sustainable energy future.