The Bui Power Authority (BPA) is positioning itself for a major expansion of renewable energy generation after posting a strong financial and operational performance in 2025, with net profit significantly exceeding its target.
The Authority recorded revenue of US$145.9 million from electricity generation and a net profit of US$66.2 million, representing a 45.4% net profit margin compared with a target of 20.5%.
At BPA’s annual stakeholders meeting, the Board of Directors said the 2025 results provide a strong platform for the Authority’s next phase of growth, which will be driven largely by investments in solar and battery storage projects across northern Ghana.
Speaking on behalf of Board Chairman Ambassador Kwadwo Nyamekye-Marfo, Board member Alhaji Mohammed Kwaku Doku said the Authority would focus on strengthening governance, maintaining operational discipline and delivering greater value in 2026 and beyond.
He said the Board remains committed to providing strategic direction and effective oversight while working closely with government and stakeholders to sustain BPA’s recent gains.
Renewable projects take centre stage
BPA plans to significantly increase its renewable energy capacity through a pipeline of new projects.
These include a 50MWp solar photovoltaic plant at Yendi, 70MWp of land-based solar and 25MWp of floating solar at the Bui Generating Station.
Under its medium-term development plan, the Authority intends to develop 120MWp of solar capacity at Bui and operate a 50MWh Battery Energy Storage System.
Beyond Bui, BPA is targeting 500MWp of solar generation capacity across northern Ghana, supported by a 200MWh battery storage system.
The Authority is also pursuing a 60MW hydro plant on the Western Rivers and a 4MW run-of-river mini-hydro project at Wli Falls, as it seeks to diversify Ghana’s electricity generation mix and strengthen its role in the country’s energy transition.
Generation exceeds target
BPA’s financial performance was supported by improved electricity generation and asset management.
The Authority supplied 1,438 gigawatt-hours of electricity to the National Interconnected Transmission System in 2025, exceeding its annual target of 1,350 gigawatt-hours by 6.5%.
It also completed 96% of its scheduled maintenance programme, which the Board said contributed to improved reliability and operational efficiency.
The commissioning of a 50MWp solar PV plant and a 24MWh Battery Energy Storage System at the Bui Generating Station increased the Authority’s installed capacity to 105MWp of solar PV and 404MW of hydro power.
Illegal mining remains a concern
Despite the positive outlook, BPA identified illegal mining activities upstream of the Bui Dam as one of its most significant operational risks.
The Authority said illegal mining threatens water resources, environmental sustainability and the integrity of the ecosystem surrounding the Bui enclave.
BPA said it is working with the National Security and Regional Security Councils to address the challenge while intensifying monitoring of its lands to prevent environmental degradation.
The Authority has also maintained its Forest Resource Enhancement Programme, covering 1,484 acres of tree plantations, as part of efforts to protect the environment and support sustainable land use.
With a stronger financial base, higher-than-target electricity generation and an expanding renewable energy portfolio, BPA said its priority for 2026 is to convert its renewable project pipeline into commercially sustainable investments while maintaining the operational and financial discipline that drove its strong 2025 performance.
