The President of the Ghana Union of Traders Associations (GUTA), Dr. Joseph Obeng, has pledged full support for the Chamber of Autodata Ghana’s campaign to reduce fossil fuel emissions and promote sustainable transportation in the country.
The commitment followed a courtesy call by the Chamber’s executives, during which they outlined their vision for a cleaner and healthier Ghana. They highlighted the rising number of vehicles on Ghana’s roads—nearly three million—along with motorbikes, tricycles, shipping companies, and private airlines, all contributing to environmental strain, health hazards, and road accidents.
In response, Dr. Obeng commended Autodata Ghana for its foresight and pledged to actively engage in advocacy and public awareness campaigns. “Environmental protection and public health are of paramount importance. God blessed humanity with a rich environment, but human activities such as galamsey, unsustainable practices, and unchecked fossil fuel emissions are destroying it at an alarming rate,” he said.
He further stressed that Ghana should learn from Europe, where fossil fuel emissions are treated as a serious threat, and called for closer collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency and other stakeholders to enforce policies and implement practical solutions.
The Chamber’s Executive Secretary, George Dumenu, described Dr. Obeng’s endorsement as a major boost, saying, “His support strengthens our resolve. We are more determined than ever to push forward with advocacy, infrastructure development, and partnerships that will help Ghana meet its 15% emissions reduction target by 2030.”
The meeting concluded with Dr. Obeng taking the delegation on a tour of his showroom, sharing insights on aligning technology and infrastructure with sustainable initiatives such as electric vehicles and green transport systems. The visit marks the beginning of a strategic collaboration to protect public health and preserve the environment for future generations.
Source: Adomonline
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