The wave of environmental sustainability and clean energy goals is catching up with all sectors of the economy, as the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has announced plans to revolutionize travel in the sector with Electric Vehicles (EVs).
GTA says, as people commute to see Ghana, it must not be at the expense of the environment, hence the aim at less smoke with EVs.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Authority, Maame Efua Houadjeto, announced this transformative vision at the official launch of the new Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Department at the GTA.
Maame Efua Houadjeto made it clear that sustainability in all facets of our lives is no longer a rhetoric as the future of our world depends on our choices today.
By replacing traditional fuel-powered tour buses and rental cars with electric vehicles, the Authority hopes to slash emissions, lower operational costs, and reposition Ghana as a sustainable tourism hub in Africa.
Under the new PPP Department, this green agenda won’t be driven by the government alone. The GTA is rallying the private sector to the frontlines of this transformation.
From EV suppliers to service providers, tour operators to car rental agencies, the GTA’s newly launched PPP Department is setting the stage for collaboration, innovation, and investment, with the private sector playing a key role.
“Another thing is the car rental, here we talk about sustainable tourism. We are looking at EV cars as well. We are looking at supporting the transport unit or the tour operators with EV cars, and we can do that only by having a private sector partnership,” the CEO indicated.
Aside from cutting down carbon emissions, this green shift is expected to enhance Ghana’s brand on the global tourism map, especially among environmentally conscious travelers and development partners.
The move also aligns with global climate targets and Ghana’s own renewable energy agenda.
In addition, the shift is expected to lower fuel costs, increase efficiency, and could translate into higher tourist satisfaction, more repeat visits, and stronger foreign exchange inflows.
