Ghana’s transition to a green economy holds immense promise, but also faces persistent challenges. With widespread youth unemployment and underemployment, particularly in rural areas, 86% of jobs remain informal, and only 25% are considered productive. Women and young people are disproportionately affected, often confined to low-income, low-skill roles.
Despite national strategies and climate commitments, Ghana’s green economy transition is still in its early stages. Weak infrastructure and limited policy implementation continue to hinder progress. Yet the country has strong potential for renewable energy, especially solar and wind, if adoption can be accelerated.
The Green Economy Project supports Ghana’s goal of achieving a 10% renewable energy mix by 2030. By making renewable energy more accessible and beneficial for businesses, institutions, and households, the project contributes directly to Swisscontact’s Strategy 2028, which places climate change at its core. Our approach focuses on:
The project targets two key groups:
To unlock Ghana’s renewable energy potential, we address three major barriers:
Our integrated solutions combine smart financing, business development, and capacity building:
By bridging the gap between training and employment, Swisscontact empowers young professionals to transition from classroom learning to income-generating opportunities. Our interventions promote inclusive green growth, reduce unemployment, and build a skilled workforce to power Ghana’s sustainable future.
This project is part of the Swisscontact Development Programme, which is co-financed by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA.