Energy Commission Archives

18 Oct

Energy Commission Ready To Enforce Ban On Importation Of Substandard Appliances

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Executive Secretary of Energy Commission, Ing. Oscar Amonoo-Neizer, has said his outfit is ready to enforce the ban on the importation of substandard electrical appliances and renewable energy products into the country from November 1, 2023. He stated that all electrical appliances coming into Ghana must have certain minimum energy efficiency performance systems that meet the prescribed standards spelt out in the legislative instrument passed by parliament. Ing Amonoo-Neizer noted that the move was to control and regulate the importation of some of these electrical appliances to Ghana. He also said Ghanaians will have value for money on goods purchased.…

17 Feb

A Ban On Secondhand Goods Will Bring Untold Hardship- Chairman Wontumi Pleads With Energy C’ssion

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Ashanti regional chairman of the ruling New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, has pleaded with the Energy commission to rescind its decision of banning second hand electrical items. According to Chairman Wontumi, Ghana has not been spared the dire effect of the global crisis, including COVID-19, Russia-Ukraine war and currently the earthquake in Turkey. "We were still trying to get our heads out of COVID-19, when we were hit hard by the Russia-Ukraine war, which also brought many economies to a standstill including Ghana, and as government continue to work assiduously to bring our economy back to life, there's another…

03 Feb

GECA Welcomes Regulation On Electrical Appliances And Renewable Energy Products

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The Ghana Electrical Contractors Association (GECA) has commended the Energy Commission for enacting a new regulation on electrical appliances and renewable energy products in Ghana. According to GECA, most electrical hazards in homes and workplaces can be attributed to the use of faulty equipment. Also, substandard or faulty electrical equipment lead to electric shocks, overheating, and fire outbreak, which could kill or cause serious injury as well as affect the nation’s economy. “Checking electrical equipment for safety is a well-established practice. In light of this, the Ghana Electrical Contractors Association (GECA) commends the Energy Commission for enacting a Legislative Instrument…

31 Jan

The 19 Electrical Appliances, Products Banned From Importation And Sale

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Government through the Energy Commission has announced a ban on the importation and sale of 19 electrical appliances and renewable energy products. The move has been widely opposed by secondhand dealer groups who make a living on the importation of appliances and products into the country. They also contend that the decision will impact the livelihoods of about 20,000 people who deal in the secondhand electronic appliances value chain. But the Energy Commission in a statement has explained that the ban is hinged on preventing Ghana from becoming a dumping site for substandard and used appliances. It further indicated that…