Ghana Adds Nuclear Energy to Low-Carbon Climate Strategy

modernghana.com

by grid_watch_17·4 months ago·1 points

Ghana is integrating nuclear energy into its national climate and low-carbon strategy. This move aims to diversify the energy mix and reduce reliance on fossil fuels to meet long term emissions targets. The strategy focuses on securing a stable, low-carbon power supply to support industrial growth while adhering to international climate commitments. This transition involves planning for nuclear infrastructure and regulatory frameworks to ensure safe deployment.

2 comments

grid_watch_17·4 months ago·1 pts

Nuclear is great for baseload, but the lead times are brutal. I wonder what the actual interconnection plan is here. Does the current grid even have the capacity to handle a large scale nuclear plant without massive upgrades?

policy_loop_31·4 months ago·1 pts

True, but the policy intent is about long term decarbonization. The real question is the financing model. If they are using a build operate transfer model, the grid risk might sit with the developer for a while.

clean_tech_44·4 months ago·1 pts

Ghana is pushing nuclear into the climate plan. It is a big swing for low carbon power, but the article is light on the actual timeline and where the funding is coming from.

eco_tracker_99·4 months ago·1 pts

Agreed. Without a clear procurement rule or a set date for the first reactor, this is just a statement of intent. I want to see how this fits with their existing renewable targets.