Policy and market interventions to achieve sustainable cooling for all in Ghana

The policy brief outlines a framework for Ghana to achieve sustainable cooling through the integration of cooling needs into national energy and climate plans, the establishment of a National Cooling Plan Committee, and the adoption of passive cooling and energy efficiency standards. It emphasizes the need for 'Cool Cities' initiatives in urban centers like Accra and Kumasi, the modernization of cold chains for agriculture and healthcare via renewable energy, and the use of innovative financing like green bonds to attract private investment.

• Ghana needs to integrate cooling requirements into its broader national frameworks, specifically the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and the Ghana Energy Transition and Investment Plan (ETIP), to align cooling with climate mitigation and socioeconomic goals.
• The implementation of sustainable cooling is hindered by the fact that the proposed National Cooling Plan Committee (NCPC) has not yet been established; creating this body is considered vital for cross-ministerial coordination and oversight.
• Urban resilience in cities such as Accra and Kumasi can be improved through a 'Cool Cities' programme that utilizes green and blue infrastructure, cool roofs, and public cooling spaces to mitigate urban heat islands.
• To reduce energy demand in the built environment, Ghana should update building codes to include passive cooling measures such as reflective roofs, shading, and optimized window-to-wall ratios.
• Improving the cold chain for healthcare and agriculture, particularly in rural areas, requires decentralized cooling hubs powered by renewable energy and the potential creation of a government-backed centre for sustainable cold chain development.
• Financial barriers to sustainable cooling can be addressed through innovative instruments such as blended finance and green bonds, alongside fiscal incentives like tax breaks and grants.

APA

Sustainable Energy for All (n.d.). Policy and market interventions to achieve sustainable cooling for all in Ghana. https://www.seforall.org/policy-and-market-interventions-to-achieve-sustainable-cooling-for-all-in-ghana

Chicago

Sustainable Energy for All. Policy and market interventions to achieve sustainable cooling for all in Ghana. n.d. https://www.seforall.org/policy-and-market-interventions-to-achieve-sustainable-cooling-for-all-in-ghana.

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BibTeX

@techreport{sustainableenergyforallndpolicy, author = {{Sustainable Energy for All}}, title = {{Policy and market interventions to achieve sustainable cooling for all in Ghana}}, institution = {Sustainable Energy for All}, url = {https://www.seforall.org/policy-and-market-interventions-to-achieve-sustainable-cooling-for-all-in-ghana}, urldate = {2026-10-23}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }