Energy Commission, Ghana Hotels Association train Bono East hoteliers on energy efficiency
The Energy Commission has partnered with the Ghana Hotels Association to roll out a comprehensive stakeholder engagement programme targeting hotel and hospitality facility owners and managers in the Bono East region, with a training session held in Techiman.
The Energy Commission and the Ghana Hotels Association have collaborated to train hoteliers in the Bono East region about energy efficiency. The initiative is part of the Commission's 2026 hospitality-sector sensitisation programme, which aims to enhance compliance with new energy efficiency regulations and improve hotel operators' energy management skills.
The partnership began in 2025, extending to regional capitals such as Accra, Cape Coast, Takoradi, Ho, Koforidua, Kumasi, and Sunyani. The 2026 phase will cover additional regional capitals and cities, including Techiman, Tamale, Bolgatanga, Damongo, Wa, Sefwi Wiawso, Goaso, Hohoe, Winneba, and Nkawkaw. The hospitality sector consumes a significant amount of electricity, with hotels spending 60 to 70 percent of their operating costs on energy and resources.
The training session took place in Techiman, with Senior Manager Ing. John Adjei from the Energy Commission's Energy Efficiency Unit emphasizing the importance of energy conservation, cost savings, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. He cautioned that lower-priced appliances may lead to higher utility bills over time due to increased electricity consumption.
Emphasizing user behavior's role in energy efficiency, he urged hotel managers to consider energy labels while purchasing appliances. Participants appreciated the training, acknowledging its importance in enhancing energy management understanding and highlighting the benefits of investing in energy-efficient equipment.
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