{"id":1149,"date":"2026-08-25T10:18:58","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T10:18:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tolon.gov.gh\/?p=1149"},"modified":"2026-08-25T10:18:58","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T10:18:58","slug":"bui-power-authority-engages-tolon-district-assembly-on-proposed-solar-power-plant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tolon.gov.gh\/index.php\/2026\/08\/25\/bui-power-authority-engages-tolon-district-assembly-on-proposed-solar-power-plant\/","title":{"rendered":"Bui Power Authority Engages Tolon District Assembly on Proposed Solar Power Plant"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Bui Power Authority<\/strong> on 18th August 2026<\/strong> paid a visit to the Tolon District Assembly<\/strong> for an introductory engagement on a proposed solar power plant to be established at Gbenjiri – Nyankpala in the Tolon District<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The engagement formed part of efforts by the Authority to introduce a consultant, Seljen Consult LTD, which would carry out Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) at the project site, Gbenjiri<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prior to the meeting with the Assembly, representatives of Bui Power Authority had engaged the Chief of Nyankpala<\/strong> regarding the availability and acquisition of land for the proposed development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Management of the Tolon District Assembly received the Bui Power Authority delegation and held discussions on the proposed solar project. The meeting provided an opportunity for management to seek clarification on various aspects of the project, including the proposed location, land acquisition process, anticipated benefits, and other matters relating to its establishment within the district.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The engagement also allowed the Assembly to share its perspectives and raise questions concerning the potential impact of the project on the district and its residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The proposed solar power plant is expected to contribute to the expansion of renewable energy infrastructure while potentially creating opportunities for local economic development, employment, and other socio-economic benefits<\/strong> for communities within the district.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Tolon District Assembly welcomed the engagement and expressed its readiness to collaborate with relevant stakeholders as discussions on the proposed project progress, while ensuring that the interests of the people of the district are duly considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Assembly looks forward to further engagements with Bui Power Authority and other stakeholders as the proposed project moves through the necessary planning, consultation, and land acquisition processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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