The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, has disclosed plans to encourage the use of electric vehicles (EVs) among ministers of state.

He noted that this initiative aims to support the government’s energy transition agenda and promote the adoption of electric vehicles in Ghana.

According to him, a proposal will soon be submitted to Parliament to acquire EVs for ministers in Accra.

Dr Jinapor emphasised that electric vehicles are not only environmentally friendly but will also help reduce fuel consumption.

“Transitioning to EVs is both an environmental and economic decision. Electric buses and vehicles generally have lower operating costs compared to traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles. This implies long-term savings for transport operators, reduced fares for commuters, and less exposure to volatile fuel import markets,” he said, as quoted by myjoyonline.com.

The Acting Executive Secretary of the Energy Commission, Eunice Biritwum, also announced plans to collaborate with the Ministry of Transport to scale up the use of electric vehicles across the country.

“This initiative represents a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to promoting clean energy solutions and supporting Ghana’s transition to sustainable transportation. The three core objectives of the electric vehicle charging station are to drive the green mobility agenda, highlight innovation through partnerships, and inspire broader action,” she noted.

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