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Nana Amoasi VII, Executive Director of the Institute of Energy Security (IES), advises the government to invest in road construction to reduce the country’s emissions levy.
On February 1, 2024, the government implemented a new tax on carbon dioxide equivalent emissions from internal combustion engine cars.
Key figures, notably the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), have spoken out against the government’s decision, but their efforts have been ineffective.
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However, Mr. Amoasi, speaking on The Big Issue with Selorm Adonoo on February 3, 2024, branded the tax as a nuisance in the sense that it will increase the costs for Ghanaians.
According to him, building new roads and keeping traffic moving will help cut the carbon tax.
He encouraged the government to build more roads and provide enough transportation infrastructure.
“I’m Ghanaian. I am angered by the multiple taxes I pay on a litre of fuel; therefore, when I describe the implementation of this emissions levy as a nuisance, I am correct. I understand how I feel. I am aware of the detrimental impact on my disposable income.”
The solution, in my opinion, is for the government to invest in road congestion relief. Construct more roads and keep traffic moving to reduce pollution. Invest in electric car infrastructure as well; it encourages people to move.
