Energy Commission Launches Academy to Elevate Training of Energy Professionals.

Accra: The Energy Commission (EC) has inaugurated the Energy Academy to enhance the training of energy professionals and experts in Ghana's energy sector. The academy, located at the Energy Commission's Net Zero Energy Building in Accra, aims to equip energy professionals across Africa with advanced expertise in energy policy advice and direction.According to Ghana News Agency, the Academy's launch coincided with the Energy Forum Series, offering a platform to reflect on Ghana's three decades of energy reforms. The event attracted key figures from the energy sector who shared insights on improving Ghana's energy landscape.In his address, Mr. Herbert Krapah, the Minister for Energy, emphasized that the Energy Academy is a crucial component of reforming Ghana's energy sector. He stated that it is designed to be a premier center for learning, collaboration, and innovation, offering transformative training and certification programs to meet the sector's demands.Mr. Krapah highlighted the Academy's intention to build initial collaborations with the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and partner with institutions like the Brew Hammond Energy Centre, international organizations, and leading industry players. This collaboration aims to deliver cutting-edge instruction and insights to position Ghana at the forefront of global energy developments. He noted that the academy, housed within the Nearly Zero Energy Building, embodies the sustainability principles championed by his ministry.Mr. Oscar Amonoo-Neizer, the Executive Secretary of the Energy Commission, stressed that partnerships among government, private sector players, development agencies, and civil society are vital in shaping Ghana's energy trajectory. He indicated that the success of the Energy Academy would hinge on this collective action among stakeholders.The executive secretary described the Energy Academy as a response to past lessons, emphasizing the need for skilled professionals empowered by knowledge and innovation as th e cornerstone of a thriving energy sector. These experts are essential in addressing challenges related to energy security, access, and sustainability.Professor Ebenezer Oduro Owusu remarked that the dual event, comprising the academy launch and the Energy Forum, showcased the Energy Commission's visionary leadership. The Energy Forum provided an opportunity to reflect on 30 years of progress and challenges in Ghana's energy sector, allowing stakeholders to assess the impacts of reforms and chart a path for a brighter future.The event featured a panel discussion with experts such as Mr. Jabesh Amissah Arthur, Dr. Alfred-Ahenkorah, Mr. Ishmael Ejukumhene, and Mr. Micheal Opam, who contributed their insights on the sector's future.