Ecobank Powers Green Transport with $300K E-Mobility Investment
In a move that could soon affect how you commute, shop, and do business, Ecobank Ghana has invested $300,000 into electric transportation solutions that promise cleaner air, lower transport costs, and new job opportunities across the country.
Speaking at the launch of the Accelerating Solar Action Program (ASAP) in Accra, Ecobank Managing Director, Mrs. Abena Osei-Poku, said the funds will go toward promoting electric vehicles (EVs), electric bikes, and setting up charging stations, laying the groundwork for a cleaner and more affordable way to move people and goods in Ghana.
“For many small business owners, drivers, and traders, fuel costs eat up a big chunk of income,” Mrs. Osei-Poku said. “With e-mobility, we can reduce those costs and create new jobs in the green transport space, from mechanics and installers to drivers and delivery services.”
The initiative includes a public education campaign to help everyday Ghanaians understand how electric bikes and vehicles can reduce transport costs in the long run, while cutting down on harmful emissions. Imagine trotro operators switching to electric vans, or okada riders using e-bikes that don’t require daily fuel stops, Ecobank wants to make this a reality.
The bank’s support comes at a time when small businesses are struggling with rising fuel prices and transport challenges. By building charging stations and offering green transport financing, Ecobank is helping local businesses and individuals join Ghana’s transition to a low-carbon economy.
Local SMEs, especially delivery services, agro-processors, and shop owners who rely on frequent transportation, stand to benefit. Ecobank says its electronic banking tools and loan services are also available to help these businesses make the switch to sustainable transport.
“This is not just about big companies. We’re making sure market women, delivery riders, and young entrepreneurs can access affordable financing to go green,” Mrs. Osei-Poku added.
The $300,000 clean transport investment is part of a broader green finance strategy at Ecobank, which includes a $31 million solar adoption program supporting homes, SMEs, and agribusinesses across Ghana.
As Ghana looks to modernize its economy and tackle climate change, local players like Ecobank are stepping up to ensure that green solutions are not just for the elite, but accessible to everyone—from farmers to roadside welders and tech startups.
So, whether you’re a small business owner in Tamale, a delivery rider in Accra, or a trotro driver in Kumasi, Ecobank’s latest move could soon make cleaner, cheaper transport a reality for you.
