By Linus Flomo
The Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) management team has embarked on a strategic working visit to Ghana.
The visit is part of LEC’s broader strategy to strengthen its operational capabilities as it undertakes significant energy developments in Liberia.
The delegation’s itinerary includes tours of key facilities operated by the Volta River Authority (VRA) and the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).
These visits are aimed at learning from Ghana’s well-established energy sector, which could provide valuable lessons for LEC’s ongoing and future projects.
Liberia’s energy sector is on the cusp of transformation with the construction of its first solar plant, which is expected to produce 20 megawatts (MW), the development of the new St. Paul 2 (SP2) hydropower plant, and plans to expand the Mt. Coffee Hydropower Plant by over 50% of its current capacity.
With these projects on the horizon, LEC’s management is keen on leveraging the expertise of Ghana’s VRA, a major player in the region with a diversified energy portfolio boasting a total installed capacity of 2,547 MW, including hydro, natural gas, and renewable sources.
During their visit, LEC officials toured VRA’s facilities to learn best practices and explore potential collaborations that could benefit Liberia’s energy sector.
The delegation also held discussions with the Electricity Company of Ghana, focusing on developing robust frameworks to enhance human resource capacity at LEC.
These discussions are crucial for ensuring that LEC is well-equipped to manage its expanding infrastructure and explore further energy partnerships.
This visit marks a significant step in LEC’s efforts to tap into regional expertise and position Liberia’s energy sector for sustainable growth.
By learning from Ghana’s successes, LEC reaffirmed its commitment to providing reliable and affordable electricity to the people of Liberia.
