Mr. Wisdom A. Togobo from Ghana (PPRE 1997-98), former Director for Renewable Energy at the Ministry of Energy and Bui Power Authority (BPA) in Ghana, was nominated by the Republic of Ghana to compete for the position of Director-General of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) headquartered in Delhi, India.

The nomination of Mr. Wisdom A. Togobo followed a request by the President of International Solar Alliance, asking Ghana to nominate someone for the position of Director-General of the Alliance. The request was passed through Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration. The Republic of Ghana, upon careful thought based on his experience in the renewable energy industry, nominated Mr Wisdom A. Togobo to represent Ghana and compete for the position.

Following his time at PPRE, he pioneered most of the renewable energy deployment in Ghana including the largest floating solar facility in Africa. He was very instrumental in the development of renewable energy policies, plans and regulations in Ghana. In a related development, Mr Wisdom A. Togobo has also been nominated for two awards at the upcoming Ghana Energy Awards scheduled for October 2024. 

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) aims to promote solar energy globally, especially in sunny countries. Founded in 2015 by India and France, ISA enhances international cooperation to promote solar energy, supports countries in developing solar infrastructure, facilitates technology transfer and knowledge sharing, mobilizes funding for solar projects and promotes sustainable development and climate change mitigation. ISA’s objectives align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Agreement.

Text by: Michael Creg Afful.