The LEAF Project has underscored the importance of Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) technologies in transforming Ghana’s agricultural sector, particularly in energy-deprived but agriculturally active regions.
Speaking at a stakeholder engagement session under the LEAF Project Assessment on August 7, 2025, Project Coordinator Francis Adarkwah said solar-powered irrigation is proving to be a game-changer in addressing water supply challenges for farmers, especially in hotspot areas such as the Savannah zone.
“When we look at agriculture, solar irrigation stands out as a key solution for improving water access,” he noted.
Adarkwah stressed that reliable water supply remains one of the biggest barriers to productive farming in many rural communities. He explained that DRE solutions, especially solar energy, offer a sustainable path to enhancing agricultural output and improving livelihoods.
Through collaboration with the Ministry of Gender and the private sector, the project has pinpointed specific areas in urgent need of renewable energy interventions. Adarkwah also highlighted the growing intersection of energy, gender, and agriculture, noting that access to clean energy not only boosts food production but also advances gender development.
“Gender plays a critical role when discussing water supply, and agricultural irrigation is central to that conversation,” he added.
The initiative aligns with Ghana’s wider push to integrate renewable energy into key development sectors, driving the country’s energy transition and building resilience against climate change.