Accra: The Ghana Energy Awards (GEA) has announced a partnership with the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) to enhance the awards' impact within the energy sector. This collaboration is expected to enrich the competitive process of the awards, ensuring it remains transparent and fair.
According to Ghana News Agency, the announcement was made by Mr. Henry Teinor, the Event Director of GEA, during the media launch of the awards' 9th edition in Accra. He expressed gratitude for the continued support from long-term partners, notably the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition. Mr. Teinor emphasized that the GEA, in its ninth year, serves as a platform that honors excellence, leadership, and innovation across Ghana's energy value chain. The awards' credibility is maintained by independent validators and an awarding panel that conducts site visitations to verify the accuracy of submitted information.
Mr. Teinor also paid tribute to eight officials who died in a recent helicopter crash, noting that the media launch had been postponed in respect of the national mourning period. He highlighted the awards' commitment to recognizing the contributions of these individuals and their families.
Additionally, the Event Director disclosed the flagship initiatives of GEA, particularly the Energy Personality Outreach Programme, which has empowered over 15,000 Senior High School students across Ghana. Through this program, awardees interact directly with students, inspiring the next generation of leaders in the energy sector.
The awards aim to honor energy companies, personalities, and media personnel in various categories reflecting the different sectors within the energy industry. Categories include Energy Personality of the Year, Chief Executive Officer of the Year, Visionary Leadership Award, Outstanding Local Content Initiative of the Year, and Energy Institution of the Year. The Non-competitive Awards feature the Osagyefo Young Leadership Award, Women in Energy Excellence, Exemplary Leadership Award, and Lifetime Achievement Award.
The panel responsible for scrutinizing nominations and categories consists of experts from academia, policy, law, clergy, and industry. It is chaired by Mr. Kwame Jantuah, a private legal practitioner, and includes Dr. Lawrence Tetteh, Dr. Kwame Ampofo, Dr. Jemima Nunoo, and Professor Felix Asante.
