Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP)
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ACEP provides alternative solutions for the efficient management of energy and extractive resources. We are the GEA 2021 Energy Institution of the Year.
𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐟 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐰. The continent needs about $64 billion annually to meet its energy goals by 2030, yet current investments fall far short. This financing gap keeps…
It is essential not only to address the challenges facing the energy sector but also to prioritise economic transformation, anchoring the nation on a solid foundation to ensure long-term sustainability and translate gains into meaningful, sustainable development. At ACEP, we are…
Thank you, @AlexanderSoros, for your kind words and for joining us in these critical conversations. We remain committed to advancing energy justice, climate-aligned development, and a just transition that centres people and equity. Your solidarity strengthens our resolve across…
I was honored to join Minister for Foreign Affairs Ablakwa, alongside leading Ghanaian scholars and activists, for a candid dialogue on the AU Decade of Justice for Africans and Afro-descendants impacted by slavery, colonialism, and apartheid. It was also my pleasure to join a…
𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧: 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 Over 54% of Ghanaian households still rely on wood-based fuels, fueling deforestation, emissions, and indoor air pollution. Ethanol stoves offer a…
Design clean, affordable, and safe ethanol stoves for Ghanaian households. Win up to $15,000.00, receive expert mentorship, and bring your innovation to life. Apply by Sunday, 27th July, 2025 Apply now: acep.africa/ethanol-stove-… #ACEP #CleanCooking #InnovationChallenge
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻: 𝟱𝟬 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗘𝗖 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 Africa’s energy ambitions are clear, but unlocking the investments to make them a reality requires bold thinking and coordinated action. In 50 days, the Future of Energy Conference 2025 will convene…
In the context of declining investment in the global oil industry, Ghana’s situation had become even more precarious. Overburdened political settlements continue to undermine policies and investments in the oil sector. We had projected that Ghana could attract around $2 billion…
DECLARATION OF COMMERCIALITY FOR EBAN-AKOMA DISCOVERIES MARKS MAJOR MILESTONE IN GHANA’S UPSTREAM PETROLEUM SECTOR.
Achieving a just energy transition isn’t just about policies and technology; it’s about people. Across Africa, communities grapple with climate shocks, energy poverty, and political struggles, making this transition a complex and deeply human endeavour. In the May 2025 edition…
At ACEP, cooperation is more than a value; it’s the foundation of all we do. We believe that meaningful partnerships and strategic collaborations with diverse stakeholders are essential to driving impactful change across Africa’s resource governance landscape. On Tuesday, 17th…
