I recently started my role as Policy Advisor on a Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Project. This project targets the reduction of public sector energy consumption with the view to reduce the growing energy sector debt in Ghana.  I was really looking forward to getting my feet wet with field work and actual project implementation to see the transformation of public sector use of energy, so it was a bummer when COVID 19 kept us indoors.  

I have had to be intentional about seeing the good in the situation and making the most out of it. I have read a lot about renewable energy and energy efficiency and delved deeper into understanding power sector economics. I also picked up on other areas of interest particularly project management. 

I was excited to be involved in a COVID 19 energy efficiency awareness campaign: a drive that sensitized citizens on better ways of using of energy while at home. The campaign was broadcast nationwide via TV and radio as well as on social media. I am happy to have contributed to managing energy usage in the country during the pandemic.