Due to the
current global threats of climate change and environmental depletion, Ghana is
integrating environmentally sustainable practices, waste management and green
energy measures. Here is a closer look at these efforts as well as the
importance of these efforts in the creation of a greener environment.
Eco-Friendly
Practices
Currently,
the Ghanaian society is experiencing an upsurge of environmentally conscious
practices through people’s awareness and practices. This entails the
utilization of nature degradable products, certified organic farming and
encouraging the society to adopt safe means of transport such as cycling and
walking. The schools’ awareness and civic programs foster the use of
environmentally friendly practices like the elimination of plastics, water
conservation and recycling. Others include local and backyard gardens which
people are embracing as a way of farming fresh produce for sale, sharing among
themselves, and as a way of enhancing fresh air, stewardship of the environment
and togetherness.
Waste
Management
Several
unresolved issues are as follows: Waste management is still a major issue in
Ghana especially in the urban facilities. Nevertheless, the solutions are being
tried in this area for improvement of access to information. The government as
well as several NGOs has initiated awareness programs to enhance on source
segregation to increase the efficiency of the recycling process. Such means
include the “Clean Ghana” campaign which is intended to educate people on
proper waste management practices for the environment to be kept clean. Some of
the other players also thriving in this field include community based agencies
which are conducting cleanup activities and also sensitizing the locals about
environmental friendly choking.
Besides
recycling, trendy is up cycling which means the process of converting waste
materials into brand new products. Instead most local artisans are innovatively
transforming plastics and other wastes into usable products which help in waste
management as well as offering employment to many people.
Green
Energy Initiatives
Currently
Ghana has embarked on renewable energy initiatives to minimize the use of
fossil fuels and for energy security as a country. The government has a clear
vision on generating cleaner energy on the energy generation country mix.
Especially solar energy is on its way with many solar farms and projects being
initiated in the country. Such plans as the “Solar Rooftops” help individuals
to fit solar systems, which contributes to lower bills on energy consumption
and emissions.
Also,
there are ongoing and potential wind and biomass energy sources being
considered by the country of Ghana. For instance, the Renewable Energy Act was
passed in 2011 and has opened the door for private players in the renewable
energy field thereby encouraging new ideas and capital investment for renewable
energy.
Challenges
of community engagement: The future is here
Therefore
it is very important that these eco- friendly measures and steps are implemented
within the framework of a community. People’s initiatives as well as
partnership between government agencies and local CSOs are instrumental for
sustainability. When awareness is created and people and or organisations are
encouraged to participate in such activities, chances of change are likely to
be observed.
While
Ghana is keen seeking ecofriendly measures, proper waste management and
investment in green energy, the country is meet not only challenges of
environment but also finding ways and means to have a sustainable and
productive Serve. In this way, people of Ghana along with various organizations
are actively providing constant and significant steps to help on preserving
their environment for the future generations.
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