Ghana Buys Electricity From Ivory Coast to Keep TVs Running During World Cup
Ghana is also asking the public to save energy by shutting off freezers and ACs.
— -- The match between the U.S. and Ghana will be begin tonight at 6 p.m. Eastern Time and 10 p.m. in Accra, Ghana. While the American fans are busy deciding which bar to go to or where to find the game online, fans in Ghana are stressing over whether there will be enough electricity to supply everyone’s televisions.
To ensure the broadcasting of World Cup won't be disrupted, Ghana has purchased 50 megawatts of electricity from its neighbor, Ivory Coast, according to a news release by Ghana's Public Utilities Regulatory Commission.
The commission is also appealing to the public to reserve energy by turning off power-consuming appliances such as freezers and air conditioners.
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Due to low water levels at hydroelectric dams on the Volta River, which produces most of the country's electricity, Ghana has suffered power shortages this year.
Ghana’s current total installed generating capacity needs to be increased to 5,175 megawatts by 2023 to address the current power shortages and ensure an adequate supply of electricity, according to the Volta River Authority.
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