Project lays foundation for future advancements in renewable energy

(MissionNewswire) Don Bosco Solar Center, located in Tema, Ghana, launched the country’s first green hydrogen production system that generates hydrogen through water electrolysis powered by renewable electricity. Ghana’s national power grid often faces reliability issues and frequent outages. The project aims to mitigate these challenges by integrating a solar-powered hydrogen energy system consisting of an electrolyzer, a storage unit, and a fuel cell, all installed at the Salesian school as a pilot site.

An event marking the milestone was attended by distinguished guests, including the German Ambassador to Ghana Hon. Daniel Krull, along with industry professionals, students, and individuals with an interest in renewable energy. It was opened with a prayer and welcome speech by Father Krzysztof Nizniak who highlighted the significance of this achievement. Krull commended the collaborative efforts between Ghana and Germany in advancing renewable energy solutions. He reiterated Germany’s commitment to supporting sustainable energy initiatives in Africa.

Eleanor Mensah, from German Trade & Invest, spoke on the economic and environmental benefits of green hydrogen for Ghana and sub-Saharan Africa as a whole. Agnes Duband, representative of the European Union, joined via video link to congratulate the company, the people of Ghana and all stakeholders involved in the project. An afternoon tour included hands-on experience and an in-depth understanding of how green hydrogen can contribute to Ghana’s energy sector.

The project is coordinated by the Sustainable  Technology Laboratory at Bochum University of Applied Sciences in Germany, in collaboration with Don Bosco School in Tema, alongside Green Power Brains, SFC Energy and the Renewable Energy Center.

A Salesian said, “The launch of Ghana’s first green hydrogen system, with Salesians at the forefront, marks a significant step toward energy sustainability and lays the foundation for future advancements in renewable energy.”

While Ghana’s economy continues to improve, nearly 45% of the population lives on less than $1 a day, according to UNICEF. Rural poverty remains widespread in the dry savannah region that covers roughly two thirds of Ghana’s northern territory. Small-scale farms suffer from a lack of infrastructure and equipment, both of which are needed to shift from subsistence farming to more modern commercial farming which would yield greater incomes and a chance to escape poverty.

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ANS – Ghana – Inauguration of Ghana’s First Green Hydrogen System

Salesian Missions – Ghana

UNICEF – Ghana