Ghana Outdoor Power Company

4 FAQs about Ghana Outdoor Power Company

Who carries out electricity distribution in Ghana?

Electricity distribution in Ghana is carried out by three main distribution utilities, two state-owned and one private sector operated. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), the largest distribution company, is a limited liability company wholly owned by the government of Ghana.

How will GPGC power the new power plant in Ghana?

GPGC will power the new power plant in Ghana using advanced upgraded power plants transported from Italy. These power plants will utilize General Electric Sprint Gas Turbines (LM6000PD and LM6000PF). Both turbines have recently been fully serviced by General Electric. Together, they will provide a total of 107mw additional capacity into Ghana's power grid.

What are the main sources of power in Ghana?

Overview of The Ghana Power Sector Ghana's power supply sources are from hydroelectricity, thermal fueled by crude oil, natural gas and diesel, solar and also imports from La Cote D'Ivoire. Ghana also exports power to Togo, Benin and Burkina Faso. Ongoing grid expansions would allow further exports to other neighboring countries in the sub region.

Is Ghana a power producer country?

Ghana has a vibrant power generation terrain with players from both the public and private sectors. Reforms in the Power Sector in the 1980's gradually removed barriers and created a level playing field for the participation of independent power producers in an area which hitherto had only public sector participants.