Government to regulate EV charging stations to protect power stability – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled intentions to regulate the establishment of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Ghana to safeguard the stability of the nation's power distribution network. The surge in these charging points necessitates careful planning to ensure they are not clustered in regions where existing transformers and substations lack sufficient capacity to handle increased demand.

During the inauguration of the Zonda Tec Ghana Limited Assembly Plant in Tema, Mahama highlighted the Ministry of Energy and Green Transitions' ongoing efforts to formulate an electric vehicle policy that would outline clear guidelines for the sector. He emphasized that an insufficient number of charging stations could lead to imbalances within the energy system if left unregulated.

Mahama explained that each facility's location must consider the infrastructure providing electricity to it, warning that excessive charging stations in a single area could jeopardize the stability of power supply. The Ministry plans to present the EV policy to Cabinet before implementing regulations to guide businesses seeking to set up charging stations.

Additionally, the government aims to encourage the use of solar-powered charging stations as part of its strategy to foster the growth of electric mobility in Ghana.