The Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has called for stronger partnerships and innovation among government, private sector actors, and traditional authorities to accelerate Ghana’s transition to a green and circular economy.
Speaking at the National Dialogue on Green Jobs, Fair and Exhibition held in Accra, Dr. Pelpuo emphasized that achieving sustainable growth requires a collective commitment to align climate action with employment creation and enterprise development.
The event, themed “Promoting Green Jobs and Circular Economy Opportunities for Sustainable Development,” brought together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and entrepreneurs to explore ways of creating environmentally friendly livelihoods while safeguarding Ghana’s natural resources.
“This dialogue is not just about ideas, it’s about action,” Dr. Pelpuo said. “We must transform our climate ambitions into practical steps that generate decent jobs, support enterprise growth, and secure our planet’s future.”
He described the dialogue as a critical step toward building a resilient and inclusive economy that thrives on renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, eco-friendly manufacturing, and waste recycling. According to him, Ghana’s growing network of innovators and entrepreneurs is already demonstrating that green jobs are no longer abstract concepts but realities shaping the nation’s development path.
Representing the Ga Mantse, Nii Dorgu Dawu I underscored the historical responsibility of traditional leaders in protecting the environment. He described environmental stewardship as a “sacred duty to future generations” and urged chiefs across Ghana to lead community education on sustainability.
“Our traditions have long taught us to reuse, share, and waste little,” he said. “As Ghana transitions toward a green economy, traditional authorities must drive youth mobilization and local enterprise development. The future of wealth is green.”
The Director of Policy, Planning, Budgeting, Monitoring and Evaluation at the Ministry, Mrs. Gloria Borteley Noi, explained that the national dialogue was designed as a knowledge-sharing platform to connect policymakers, entrepreneurs, and communities.
She highlighted the need for inclusive policy development, where the voices of workers, employers, and local communities all shape Ghana’s environmental and economic future.
“Our collective progress depends on collaboration,” Mrs. Noi said. “Sustainability is not achieved in isolation, it grows from shared ideas, innovation, and partnerships.”
The event also featured an exhibition of locally developed green technologies and eco-friendly products, reflecting Ghana’s increasing commitment to sustainable industry and circular economy practices. Participants displayed innovations in renewable energy, sustainable construction, waste management, and agroecology, pointing to new pathways for youth employment and enterprise growth.
As Ghana intensifies its efforts toward a cleaner and more equitable economy, Dr. Pelpuo’s call serves as a reminder that achieving green growth will depend not only on policy but on collective will, creativity, and consistent action.
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