This short communication review addresses the pressing issues of waste management and energy sustainability in Ghana, where ineffective waste practices and escalating energy demands pose significant environmental and public health risks. Utilizing a comprehensive policy analysis approach, this study examines Ghana’s existing waste management and renewable energy policies, identifying their successes and limitations. Key findings reveal significant achievements in waste reduction, recycling initiatives, and the adoption of waste-to-energy technologies, alongside strengthened regulatory frameworks. However, notable gaps persist, including low waste collection efficiency, inadequate enforcement of regulations, and limited public awareness. Recommendations for improvement include enhancing waste collection infrastructure, strengthening regulatory enforcement, expanding waste-to-energy projects, and increasing public education and funding support. Future research should focus on regional waste composition studies, advanced waste-to-energy technology development, and long-term impact assessments of policy interventions. By addressing these areas, Ghana can achieve greater environmental sustainability and public health protection through integrated waste management and renewable energy practices.
This short communication review addresses the pressing issues of waste management and energy sustainability in Ghana, where ineffective waste practices and escalating energy demands pose significant environmental and public health risks. Utilizing a comprehensive policy analysis approach, this study examines Ghana’s existing waste management and renewable energy policies, identifying their successes and limitations. Key findings reveal significant achievements in waste reduction, recycling initiatives, and the adoption of waste-to-energy technologies, alongside strengthened regulatory frameworks. However, notable gaps persist, including low waste collection efficiency, inadequate enforcement of regulations, and limited public awareness. Recommendations for improvement include enhancing waste collection infrastructure, strengthening regulatory enforcement, expanding waste-to-energy projects, and increasing public education and funding support. Future research should focus on regional waste composition studies, advanced waste-to-energy technology development, and long-term impact assessments of policy interventions. By addressing these areas, Ghana can achieve greater environmental sustainability and public health protection through integrated waste management and renewable energy practices.