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Renowned energy analyst Dr. Steve Manteaw has revealed that metering and revenue collection are the weakest links in the Electricity Company of Ghana’s (ECG) value chain.
Speaking on PM Express on JoyNews, Dr. Manteaw disclosed that he was involved in the consultation process leading to the selection of the ECG concession model which revealed that the weakness in metering and revenue collection was a key concern during discussions about ECG’s restructuring.
“I was part of the consultation processes leading to this choice, narrowing down the options to these three. Indeed, I led a group of civil society organizations (CSOs) and stakeholders on ECG concession arrangements to meet with the committee, and we followed it up with a paper outlining our preference and why we think it is the way to go,” said Dr. Manteaw.
The energy expert explained that while the consultation group opted for a segmentation of ECG into various business units under option two, the focus on improving metering and revenue collection was crucial. He emphasized that these areas remain significant challenges within the ECG value chain, which requires immediate attention to ensure efficient and sustainable operations in the sector.
“We identified metering and revenue collection as the weakest link in the value chain,” Dr. Manteaw pointed out.
The call to action highlights the need for comprehensive reforms in these areas to enhance efficiency and reduce commercial losses, which have long plagued the sector. These reforms are expected to improve service delivery, enhance revenue generation, and ultimately contribute to the overall sustainability of the electricity distribution system in Ghana.
Source: Elvisanokyenews.net
