The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has unveiled the Ghana Climate Atlas, a high-resolution digital platform aimed at integrating climate data into national planning and investment decisions.
Describing the tool as a “scientific compass”, the Minister said the Atlas will play a critical role in guiding Ghana’s economic recovery while enhancing preparedness for climate-related risks.
He urged government institutions, private sector actors, and the media to adopt the platform as a standard reference in decision-making.
“Climate information is no longer a luxury for scientific research; it is now essential for development planning, economic management, and national resilience,” he stated.
Developed by the Ghana Meteorological Agency in collaboration with the Danish Meteorological Institute, the Atlas provides detailed climate projections at a four-kilometre resolution—offering more precise and localised data than previous models.
It includes insights on rainfall trends, flood risks, drought vulnerability, and temperature changes extending to 2050 and beyond.
The Minister linked the initiative to concerns raised by President John Dramani Mahama in the 2026 State of the Nation Address, where he warned of the growing impact of climate change on food security and energy production, particularly at the Akosombo Dam.
“Today, we are responding to that call with a practical tool that will inform real decisions,” he said.
Mr Nartey George noted that the Atlas will guide infrastructure development, requiring engineers and planners to factor in projected climate conditions when designing roads, bridges, and energy systems.
He added that it would also support gender-responsive policies, as localised data will help government design targeted interventions for women in agriculture and the informal sector.
He further indicated that the Atlas strengthens Ghana’s position under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement by providing credible scientific data to access international climate financing.
“We are demonstrating that we have the capacity and rigour to utilise global climate funds effectively,” he added.
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